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Bubbles Pears Print Original John Everett Millais
This beautiful rare and sought after ' Original Pears ' antique print Preserved Under Glass is Titled ''Bubbles ' and is housed in an original late Victorian gilded wooden ribbed frame with gilt slip and all sealed.
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The subject was originally painted by the talented artist John Everett Millais, and was given away with the 1897 Pears annual. Its housed in a lovely giltwood frame which greatly enhances the appearance
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'Bubbles' was painted in 1885-6 and shows a boy blowing bubbles with a pipe and a bowl of soap suds. The boy was the artist’s grandson, Willie James, aged about four.
The young boy grew up and in later life became an Admiral.
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To get around the problems of painting the bubbles, the artist had a glass sphere specially manufactured. Millais originally titled his painting 'A Child’s World' but it was later changed to 'Bubbles'.
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These early full size prints on thick card are fairly rare to find as originals and today many modern copies are around reprinted in much smaller format.
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This is a genuine early example from around 1886 and bears the makers mark lower bottom right corner.
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Condition:
This print is in fair condition for 1886-1900 we'll preserved under glass with one or two scratches around Bubble and with some minor scuffs hardly noticeable.Looks respectable and ready to hang.
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Frame
The Victorian Frame looks very respectable after being regilded in the past and only has slight wear and a little distress / no losses.Recently remounted on new back board and reseated.
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Measurements Including Frame
Height : 36.75 Inches ( 93 cm )
Width : 27.5 Inches ( 70 cm )
Depth : 1 Inches ( 2.5 cm )
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DELIVERY
Uk Mainland By Hand To Door Add £50
[ Cannot Be Sent By Post Due To Fragile Glass ]
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TELEPHONE ENQUIRIES: 07547 617528. Anytime Tel / Text
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STOCK NUMBER CLC/012
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Tel : 07547 617528
Non UK callers : +44 7547 617528
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The subject was originally painted by the talented artist John Everett Millais, and was given away with the 1897 Pears annual. Its housed in a lovely giltwood frame which greatly enhances the appearance
-
'Bubbles' was painted in 1885-6 and shows a boy blowing bubbles with a pipe and a bowl of soap suds. The boy was the artist’s grandson, Willie James, aged about four.
The young boy grew up and in later life became an Admiral.
-
To get around the problems of painting the bubbles, the artist had a glass sphere specially manufactured. Millais originally titled his painting 'A Child’s World' but it was later changed to 'Bubbles'.
-
These early full size prints on thick card are fairly rare to find as originals and today many modern copies are around reprinted in much smaller format.
-
This is a genuine early example from around 1886 and bears the makers mark lower bottom right corner.
-
Condition:
This print is in fair condition for 1886-1900 we'll preserved under glass with one or two scratches around Bubble and with some minor scuffs hardly noticeable.Looks respectable and ready to hang.
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Frame
The Victorian Frame looks very respectable after being regilded in the past and only has slight wear and a little distress / no losses.Recently remounted on new back board and reseated.
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Measurements Including Frame
Height : 36.75 Inches ( 93 cm )
Width : 27.5 Inches ( 70 cm )
Depth : 1 Inches ( 2.5 cm )
-
DELIVERY
Uk Mainland By Hand To Door Add £50
[ Cannot Be Sent By Post Due To Fragile Glass ]
-
TELEPHONE ENQUIRIES: 07547 617528. Anytime Tel / Text
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STOCK NUMBER CLC/012
Price The price has been listed in British Pounds.
Conversion rates as of 2/DEC/2024. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. UK Delivery By Hand To Your Door Add £65 [ Fragile Glass No Postal Shipping ]
DimensionsMeasurements Including Frame
Height : 36.75 Inches ( 93 cm )
Width : 27.5 Inches ( 70 cm )
Depth : 1 Inches ( 2.5 cm )
Category Antique Pictures / Engravings / Art
Date 1897-1900
Late 19th Century Antiques Material Card
Origin English
Artist John Everett Millais
Condition Good Order For Age Normal Wear
Item code as970a018 / CLC/012
Status For Sale
£299.00
$377.61
€360.65
$377.61
€360.65
Conversion rates as of 2/DEC/2024. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. UK Delivery By Hand To Your Door Add £65 [ Fragile Glass No Postal Shipping ]
Shipping information
Confirmation of delivery is provided by email which includes a courier tracking number and date of posting or collection.
Shipping costs are charged based on the particular service used [ either next day express or economy ] and Size / Weight of item.
Delivery by private courier within the UK Mainland will be used for very large paintings and is charged at a flat rate of £80 for paintings only [ allow 7-14 days delivery time ]
International Delivery Quotes Worldwide are available on request by providing your full name and address together with a postal / area code and a contact number.
Returns are accepted within 14 days of receipt if the item is found to have been misdescribed and the purchaser may be liable for the return costs subject to reasons for return.
Returns authorisation should be requested by sending an e-mail before posting.
Once we receive the item in good order as supplied not withstanding notified transit damage, we will return payment using the same payment method.
Shipping costs are charged based on the particular service used [ either next day express or economy ] and Size / Weight of item.
Delivery by private courier within the UK Mainland will be used for very large paintings and is charged at a flat rate of £80 for paintings only [ allow 7-14 days delivery time ]
International Delivery Quotes Worldwide are available on request by providing your full name and address together with a postal / area code and a contact number.
Returns are accepted within 14 days of receipt if the item is found to have been misdescribed and the purchaser may be liable for the return costs subject to reasons for return.
Returns authorisation should be requested by sending an e-mail before posting.
Once we receive the item in good order as supplied not withstanding notified transit damage, we will return payment using the same payment method.
Terms and conditions
Payment is required within 3 calendar days of the sale being agreed.International transfers are required within 5 days of point of sale.
If payment is not received within this time, Historic Antique Paintings reserves the right to consider selling the item to another customer at its discretion [ unless a longer payment time has been pre-agreed ] and will provide written notice by email before voiding any existing sales agreement.
Payment is preferred by Bankers Transfer or alternatively you are welcome to make payment using Pay-Pal, by Debit / Credit Card or by posting a UK Sterling Cheque drawn on a UK Bank or Building Society [ note goods will only be released once the cheque payment is fully cleared / normally within 3 weekdays or 5 days should a weekend be included.
If payment is not received within this time, Historic Antique Paintings reserves the right to consider selling the item to another customer at its discretion [ unless a longer payment time has been pre-agreed ] and will provide written notice by email before voiding any existing sales agreement.
Payment is preferred by Bankers Transfer or alternatively you are welcome to make payment using Pay-Pal, by Debit / Credit Card or by posting a UK Sterling Cheque drawn on a UK Bank or Building Society [ note goods will only be released once the cheque payment is fully cleared / normally within 3 weekdays or 5 days should a weekend be included.
View all stock from
Historic Antique Paintings
By appointment only
East Midlands
Leicestershire
Tel : 07547 617528
Non UK callers : +44 7547 617528
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