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George Adolphus Storey Oil on Canvas "Love in a Maze"

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George Adolphus Storey (British, 1834-1919) a very fine and large oil on canvas titled "Love in a Maze". Signed and dated lower right "G. A. Storey 1873". The reverse bearing the trade labels from Arthur Spencer, London that reads ""Love in a Maze by A. Storey R.A. Exhibited at the Royal Academy, 1873. Purchased by Thos Agneis of Bond Street - Christie's Rooms, on May 3, 1879 for £294" and another original label from "Tho's Agnew & Sons. - Manchester - London - Old Bond Street", London, circa 1873. Measures: Canvas height 34 inches (86.4 cm) Canvas width 44 1/4 inches (112.4 cm) Frame height 48 1/2 inches (0 cm) Frame width 60 inches (152.4 cm) Frame depth 4 1/4 inches (10.8 cm). Lot 11106.
  • Creator:
    George Adolphus Storey (Artist)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 48.5 in (123.19 cm)Width: 60 in (152.4 cm)Depth: 4.25 in (10.8 cm)
  • Style:
    Romantic (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1873
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Touch ups. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading. A beautiful painting of lovers in a maze. Some minor fading, craquelure and wear consistent age. Please view all images.
  • Seller Location:
    Los Angeles, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: Ref.: A19171stDibs: LU1796211140321

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