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William Moore (1790-1851) - 1829 Graphite Drawing Portrait of Robert Flower
Description
A meticulously detailed portrait study of a well-dressed gentleman. An inscription on the mount that previously held the work identified the sitter as Robert Flower. This piece was acquired as part of a pair; the accompanying work depicts his wife Sarah and is also listed (SV526). Well presented in a gilt frame. Signed and dated to the lower right. On paper.Condition
Overall the condition is good for a picture of this age. Slight discolouration to the paper around the edges and light foxing. Light wear to the frame.
Size
18 x 16cm (7.1" x 6.3")Framed Size: 36.5 x 33cm (14.4" x 13.0")
Artist Biography
William Moore (1790-1851) was a portrait painter born in Birmingham. After working as a commercial designer, he turned his hand to portrait-painting. In this line he achieved some success and some repute in London. Eventually he settled at York, where he was also successful. He married twice, firstly to Martha Jackson and then to Sarah Collingham, and had fourteen children, several of whom also went on to be artists.
| SKU | sv527 |
|---|---|
| Frame Colour | gold |
| Artist | William Moore (1790-1851) |
| Date | 1829 |
| Dimensions | 18.0 x 16.0cm |
| Medium | Graphite |
| Style | Realism |
| Subject | Portrait |
| Item Returns | This item can be returned |
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