10-06-201210-06-2012
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsBoston MA
2615BBoston
October 6, 2012 10:00 AMCalender
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Framed Needlework of Sarah Siddons in Pizarro

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Auction: European Furniture & Decorative Arts - 2615BLocation: BostonDate / Time: October 06, 2012 10:00AM

Description:

Framed Needlework of Sarah Siddons in Pizarro, England, early 19th century, ovoid depiction of the famous actress seated on a bed with a scroll in one hand in an elaborate, polychrome robe with classical urns on the floor beside her; together with old label originally fixed to back reading: "From the Siddons Family, Sarah Siddons Embroidery Portrait, 12/6/78 LLN EE/After a design by Flaxman, Mrs. Siddons (1755-1831) Famous English Actresses- Geo. III 1790," sight ht. 13 in.
Estimate $300-500

Losses to frame. Embroidery with small tears, stains and areas of discoloration.

Keywords

Sarah Siddons, United Kingdom, actress