Description:
British School, 18th Century
Portrait of a Stately Gentleman in Blue
Inscribed "AET 71/1737" l.r., inscribed on a partial label affixed to the reverse.
Oil on canvas, 30 x 21 3/4 in. (76.1 x 55.0 cm),framed.
Condition: Lined, retouch, craquelure.
Estimate $1,000-1,500
The handwritten text of the old, partial label affixed to the newer lining is difficult to read. It appears to say, "Into...my affection/I subscribe myself.../Dr. Mad.../.../Enderby...1761/ ...obedient...perfect.../E...ich Smith"
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