Antique Georgian oil painting portrait of lady in mourning dress and bonnet

Antique Georgian oil painting portrait of lady in mourning dress and bonnet.

English School, circa 1800-40.

Unsigned, artist unknown.

Provenance on label on reverse: "Mrs George Newby, wife of Reverend George Newby, Rector of Stockton-on-Tees" (died 1846).

Oil on panel. Elaborate gilt gesso frame.

Size of frame: 19.5 x 16.5 inches;

Size of panel: 13 x 10 inches;

Size of front portrait aperture: 12.5 x 9.5 inches.

Weight: 2.3 kg (allow 6 kg volumetric weight once packed).

Condition commensurate with age - various superficial marks & scratches and lots of knocks to and pieces missing from gesso frame but all part of its charm and character.

Priced accordingly.

Best described as Faded Grandeur.

A little note about shipping:

This beautiful piece is very old, and its elaborate carved wooden frame is naturally rather delicate. We will pack it with the utmost care to help it reach you safely. By purchasing, you’re accepting this small risk when shipping by courier. Unfortunately, I’m not able to offer refunds or returns for any damage that may occur in delivery.