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A full length bronzed silhouette of William Fairfax Spofforth (1829-1868), aged seven, wearing a gilt figured uniform, buttoned tunic with wide, frilled collar, checked neckerchief, peaked cap and holding a riding crop. The work is housed in a maple frame.
Painted on card and inscribed verso 'William Fairfax Spofforth/ This likeness taken/ June 22nd 1836/ Dorothy Spofforth/ Seven Years Old/ Done by Mr. Raper'. A newspaper excerpt dated 10 December 1841 identifies Mr Raper as a 'Profile Painter' (please see photographs).
The sitter, William Fairfax Spofforth, was baptised at Lichfield September 1829. He became a skilled surgeon and married Anne Vale, a daughter of the Sheriff of Lichfield. They had eight children. William died in 1868, aged 39.
Provenance: Bonhams, 'Portrait Miniatures and Silhouettes', 7 Oct 2003, Lot 14.
Dimensions (framed):-
Height: 25.5cm
Width: 20.5cm
Depth: 2.5cm
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Return delivery is chargeable. For larger pieces requiring a specialist courier service, we will arrange your return for you with the cost being deducted from the refund (this cost will never exceed the original charge paid).
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Painted on card and inscribed verso 'William Fairfax Spofforth/ This likeness taken/ June 22nd 1836/ Dorothy Spofforth/ Seven Years Old/ Done by Mr. Raper'. A newspaper excerpt dated 10 December 1841 identifies Mr Raper as a 'Profile Painter' (please see photographs).
The sitter, William Fairfax Spofforth, was baptised at Lichfield September 1829. He became a skilled surgeon and married Anne Vale, a daughter of the Sheriff of Lichfield. They had eight children. William died in 1868, aged 39.
Provenance: Bonhams, 'Portrait Miniatures and Silhouettes', 7 Oct 2003, Lot 14.
Dimensions (framed):-
Height: 25.5cm
Width: 20.5cm
Depth: 2.5cm
DELIVERY
UK Mainland: FREE
International Delivery: Please contact us for a shipping quote. PAYMENT
We accept payment via debit card, credit card, Paypal, bank transfer or cheque. We also offer a 'Pay In 3' payment service through our website.
RETURNS
We are sure that you will be delighted with your purchase, nonetheless to ensure you have complete peace of mind, we offer a 14 day money back guarantee.
Return delivery is chargeable. For larger pieces requiring a specialist courier service, we will arrange your return for you with the cost being deducted from the refund (this cost will never exceed the original charge paid).
Should you have any queries at all, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Price The price has been listed in British Pounds.
Conversion rates as of 26/FEB/2026. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. SOLD
Category Antique Pictures / Engravings / Art
Period Early Victorian Antiques
Origin English
Item code as1132a768 / 7629
Status Sold
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Tel : 07552 767190
Non UK callers : +44 7552 767190
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