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John Horsburgh (1835-1924) - Exquisite Signed 1877 Oil Portrait of a Lady
Description
Sulis Fine art is proud to present this stunning portrait by the Scottish artist John Horsburgh. The sitter is seen wearing a delicate white dress and pearl earrings, with a basket of flowers in her lap. The artist has captured the confident gaze of his sitter by using delicate brushwork and a dark background to draw our focus to her face. The artist has signed and dated the portrait to the lower left and it is beautifully presented in a later gilt frame. On canvas.Condition
Overall the appearance of this portrait is beautiful. The paint layer is sound and stable and the colours are still clear and crisp. Inspection under UV light shows no signs of restoration. A new varnish layer has been applied. The frame is in good condition.
Size
90 x 69cm (35.4" x 27.2")Framed Size: 103 x 81cm (40.6" x 31.9")
Artist Biography
John Horsburgh was a Scottish studio photographer and portrait painter who worked and resided in Edinburgh. He held a studio on Princes Street, Edinburgh, and practised under the name 'John Horsburgh and Son'. His portraits have achieved huge success on the auction market, most notably his portrait of Mary Queen of Scots seen at Sotheby's, London.
| SKU | kh598 |
|---|---|
| Artist | John Horsburgh (1835-1924) |
| Date | 1877 |
| Dimensions | 90 x 69cm |
| Medium | Oil |
| Subject | Portrait |
| Item Returns | This item can be returned |
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