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Large Late 19th Century Oil - Portrait of a Mother & Child

Late 19th Century

$900
£676.56
€784.35
CA$1,256.54
A$1,407.39
CHF 732.31
MX$17,092.67
NOK 9,283.86
SEK 8,760.02
DKK 5,852.37
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About the Item

This intimate 19th-century portrait captures a tender moment between a mother and child, both engaged in reading an illustrated book. The arrangement of the composition creates a sense of closeness and quiet contemplation, while the subjects' gentle expressions and posture convey a shared bond over the act of reading. The large oil has been well presented in a plain gilt-effect frame. Unsigned. On canvas on stretchers.
  • Creation Year:
    Late 19th Century
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 43.71 in (111 cm)Width: 35.99 in (91.4 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Typical for its age, with light surface dirt on the oil. Two canvas tears fully repaired on the reverse. Minor retouching to the composition. Gilt-effect frame shows small losses and age wear, including scuffs and marks on edges and slip.
  • Gallery Location:
    Corsham, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: sk8421stDibs: LU881316290522

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