Description:
Samuel John Egbert Jones (British, 1797-1861)
Groom with Gray Cob Hunter
Signed and dated "SJEJones 1828." l.r., identified on a presentation plaque and a
label from Frank S. Schwarz & Son, Philadelphia, on the backing and with a label from Pawsey & Payne, London, on the stretcher.
Oil on canvas, 17 x 21 in. (43.2 x 53.3 cm),framed.
Condition: Lined, retouch, craquelure.
Estimate $2,000-3,000
Retouch across canvas, especially in area of sky/clouds, above horse's saddle, to left of figure and in an area encompassing part of the reins.
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