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Antique Watercolour Portrait of a Laughing Child with Blue Tit Bird, Circa 1920s

$815.25
£595
€694.04
CA$1,116.69
A$1,242
CHF 648.53
MX$15,113.82
NOK 8,282.77
SEK 7,767.78
DKK 5,179.85
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A charming antique watercolour painting, depicting a smiling child gazing joyfully at a blue tit perched on a flowering branch. The artwork captures delicate facial features, rosy cheeks, and soft golden curls, reflecting a style reminiscent of early 20th-century sentimental portraiture. The oval composition is set against a soft blue background, enhancing the gentle, uplifting mood of the scene. The watercolour is mounted in a gold-tone wooden frame, with a glass front for protection. The reverse features an aged wooden backboard with string suspension, suitable for wall display. Specifications: Medium: Watercolour on paper Frame Material: Wood with gold-tone finish Glazing: Glass front Weight: 552 grams Dimensions (Including Frame): Height: 27.8 cm Width: 23 cm Depth: 1.5 cm Condition Report: Watercolour remains vibrant, with minimal fading. Frame shows signs of age, including some wear and patina. Backboard is intact but shows minor peeling and wear. Hanging string appears secure, allowing for immediate display. "Presented to the Victoria Cottage Hospital to be sold in aid of the fund for providing a new building at Wood St. Barnet." "4.5.24" (likely meaning May 4, 1924).
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 10.95 in (27.8 cm)Width: 9.06 in (23 cm)Depth: 0.6 in (1.5 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1924
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Braintree, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2962343985852

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