Decorative Arts Online Auction

October 16, 2014

LOT 249

Lot 249

Richard Dighton (1795-1880)

Richard Dighton (1795-1880)
Lot 249 Details
Richard Dighton (1795-1880)

PORTRAIT MINIATURE OF SARAH-MARIA BOMFORD, 1835

coloured pencil drawing, signed and dated, lower right in hinged hard leather case with gilt metal slip under convex glass

Estimate $200-$300

Realised: $120
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Note:

in pencil, verso: Sarah Bumford [sic] 1st wife of Honourable Frederick Tollemache, brother of (Wilbraham Tollemache) 6th Earl of Dysart, taken shortly before her death from consumption (in 1835).

CONDITION DETAILS

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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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