William Powell Frith (1819-1909)
Self portrait, signed and inscribed 'begun 1839 finished 1869', oil on canvas, 74 x 61.5cm
Sold for £3,000
Estimated at £800 - £1,200
William Powell Frith (1819-1909)
Self portrait, signed and inscribed 'begun 1839 finished 1869', oil on canvas, 74 x 61.5cm
Has been lined. Some possible retouching to the face. The red inscription to the left corner appears added. Minor surface dirt and varnish discolouration.
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Auction: Art & Music, 18th Oct, 2023
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Sale Highlights
To include the studio collection of Harry Barr (1896-1987)
Lots 71 - 148
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Saturday 14th October 9am - 1pm
Monday 16th October 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 17th October 9am - 5pm