Decorative Arts & Design

February 26March 03, 2022
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LOT 331

Lot 331

George Richmond (British, 1809-1896)

George Richmond (British, 1809-1896)
Lot 331 Details
George Richmond (British, 1809-1896)

PORTRAIT MINIATURE OF MRS. WILLIAM FOTHERGILL ROBINSON

gouache on monogrammed rectangular ivory panel, in red morocco leather case
5 x 4.25 in — 12.7 x 10.8 cm

Estimate $500-$700

Realised: $360
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Note:

The artist's daughter, Julia, married William Fothergill Robinson (Jr.), and this is one of several portraits of his mother he commissioned.

Another of the artist's portraits of the sitter in the Fitzwilliam Museum, Cambridge

CONDITION DETAILS

Ivory panel laid down on card, warped. Friction fit glass loose. Losses to leather surface of leather case.

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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