British Oil on Canvas, Ca. 19th C., 'Medea', H 30.5" W 24.75"

Unsigned. Half length portrait of a woman in costume as the mythological princess/sorceress of Colchis, Medea. Depicted wearing a diadem, looking to her left and unsheathing a dagger with her right hand. Paper label to verso for A. G. Parker / Carver, Gilder & Artistic Frame Maker / Royal Buildings, Penarth. Paper label to verso C. Bonner & Co. Ltd, Depository, Penarth, Glam. (Vale of Glamorgan, Wales). Having a giltwood and gesso frame.

Dimensions:
H 30.5" W 24.75" Frame Size: H 39" W 33.5"

Condition

Relined. About three canvas repairs above the sitter. Two flakes of pigment loss in the upper left, one in the hair, one at the neck. Scattered overpainting. All conservation/restoration work is obscured with a heavy layer of masking varnish. | Please note all lots show signs of wear commensurate with age and use, and the lack of a statement regarding condition does not imply the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from defects or the effects of aging. Unless otherwise stated, all information provided is the opinion of DuMouchelles' specialists. Should you have any specific questions regarding the condition of this lot, please use the “Request Condition Report†or “Ask a Question†buttons or email conditions@dumoart.com.