18TH CENTURY SCHOOL A VIEW OF NAPLES oil on canvas, 62cm x 8...
18TH CENTURY SCHOOL A VIEW OF NAPLES
oil on canvas, 62cm x 83cm, framed.
The painting was owned by Brian Abel-Smith, relative of the Dorrien-Smith family who owned the lease on the Isle of Tresco. Brian inherited many artworks and furniture when his relative died and after Brian's death his partner John Sarbutt inherited the paintings. Brian's brother was Lionel Abel-Smith, then Lord of Wendover. Thence by descent to the current vendor.
18TH CENTURY SCHOOL A VIEW OF NAPLES
oil on canvas, 62cm x 83cm, framed.
The painting was owned by Brian Abel-Smith, relative of the Dorrien-Smith family who owned the lease on the Isle of Tresco. Brian inherited many artworks and furniture when his relative died and after Brian's death his partner John Sarbutt inherited the paintings. Brian's brother was Lionel Abel-Smith, then Lord of Wendover. Thence by descent to the current vendor.