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Portrait Of A Woman With A Reading Glass & Letter
A mid-19th century portrait of a seated older lady holding a reading glass and a letter.
There are two mysteries to ponder on with this portrait. Firstly, it’s unusual that the artist has chosen to include the glass and letter, so there’s probably a good reason. Perhaps it signifies that the subject was a keen correspondent, or maybe it relates to an important event in her life?
Secondly, on the reverse of the painting, there’s a torn London and Southwestern Railway sticker, but it’s unclear where the portrait travelled from or to. The destination could have been Birmingham but it’s tricky to tell.
Wherever it’s been, it’s certainly a little worse for wear and has taken several knocks over the last 170 years. But in our opinion, its history only adds to its overall charm.
Medium: Oil on canvas
Size including frame: 28⅓” x 24½” / 72cm x 62cm
Year of creation: c. 1850
Condition: Several holes in the canvas, scratches and other abrasions. Brave Fine Art is a boutique art dealership based in the picturesque Malvern Hills, England. Established in 2017, our clients include private collectors and interiors designers throughout the UK, USA and Canada.
We tend to focus on decorative art that captures the imagination - from monumental 17th-century portraits through to characterful vintage landscapes. Every piece in the collection has an interesting story to tell and we work hard to discover the hidden history behind each one.
You may have seen us mentioned in popular magazines such as Vogue, Livingetc and Homes & Gardens. It’s always exciting to spot a piece we recognise in a beautiful home or place of work.
Do feel free to contact us as we’re always happy to share further information. We also offer a finding service if you’re working on a project for a client or need that special piece for your home.
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Brave Fine Art
Private dealer
By appointment only
Birmingham
England, UK
Tel : 01684 304487
Non UK callers : +44 1684 304487
There are two mysteries to ponder on with this portrait. Firstly, it’s unusual that the artist has chosen to include the glass and letter, so there’s probably a good reason. Perhaps it signifies that the subject was a keen correspondent, or maybe it relates to an important event in her life?
Secondly, on the reverse of the painting, there’s a torn London and Southwestern Railway sticker, but it’s unclear where the portrait travelled from or to. The destination could have been Birmingham but it’s tricky to tell.
Wherever it’s been, it’s certainly a little worse for wear and has taken several knocks over the last 170 years. But in our opinion, its history only adds to its overall charm.
Medium: Oil on canvas
Size including frame: 28⅓” x 24½” / 72cm x 62cm
Year of creation: c. 1850
Condition: Several holes in the canvas, scratches and other abrasions. Brave Fine Art is a boutique art dealership based in the picturesque Malvern Hills, England. Established in 2017, our clients include private collectors and interiors designers throughout the UK, USA and Canada.
We tend to focus on decorative art that captures the imagination - from monumental 17th-century portraits through to characterful vintage landscapes. Every piece in the collection has an interesting story to tell and we work hard to discover the hidden history behind each one.
You may have seen us mentioned in popular magazines such as Vogue, Livingetc and Homes & Gardens. It’s always exciting to spot a piece we recognise in a beautiful home or place of work.
Do feel free to contact us as we’re always happy to share further information. We also offer a finding service if you’re working on a project for a client or need that special piece for your home.
Price The price has been listed in British Pounds.
Conversion rates as of 15/JAN/2025. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer.
Category Antique Pictures / Engravings / Art
> Antique Oil Paintings
Date c.1850
Early Victorian Antiques Material Oil Painting on Canvas
Origin English
Item code as951a094
Status Sold
£349.00 
$427.80 
€415.10 
$
€
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Terms and conditions
Please be assured that we inspect every painting, drawing or print to check for issues relating to its condition during its time here with us. When we notice a fault or potential problem, we will note this down on the item's condition report, which can be found within each listing. We take various steps to ensure that your artwork will stand the test of time but we're unable to offer any warranties or guarantees as we're just one custodian in a potentially long line of previous owners.
Our inspections include a check for any signs of woodworm, historic or otherwise, as this is not unusual in antique frames or stretchers. If we discover any small holes, we treat the wood with a solution which states that "its deep penetration ensures effective protection for many years and prevents re-infestation". With this in mind, it's very unlikely that any future issues will occur, especially given that the wood may also have been treated by previous owners. However, as mentioned above, we are unable to provide any warranties or guarantees - just be assured that we care.
Also, many of the paintings include hanging equipment, namely wire or string. Sometimes this is already present when we purchase an item so we check to see if it's been attached correctly. However, we can't test the durability of this equipment as many of the paintings are sold quickly. So please do seek any advice if you're unsure how to hang your paintings correctly, especially if they're heavy, and do check on them from time to time.
If you have any questions at all, please just ask.
Our inspections include a check for any signs of woodworm, historic or otherwise, as this is not unusual in antique frames or stretchers. If we discover any small holes, we treat the wood with a solution which states that "its deep penetration ensures effective protection for many years and prevents re-infestation". With this in mind, it's very unlikely that any future issues will occur, especially given that the wood may also have been treated by previous owners. However, as mentioned above, we are unable to provide any warranties or guarantees - just be assured that we care.
Also, many of the paintings include hanging equipment, namely wire or string. Sometimes this is already present when we purchase an item so we check to see if it's been attached correctly. However, we can't test the durability of this equipment as many of the paintings are sold quickly. So please do seek any advice if you're unsure how to hang your paintings correctly, especially if they're heavy, and do check on them from time to time.
If you have any questions at all, please just ask.
View all stock from
Brave Fine Art
Private dealerBy appointment only
Birmingham
England, UK
Tel : 01684 304487
Non UK callers : +44 1684 304487
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