Sydney Hodges Portrait Study of A. Brown, Oil

Joseph Sydney Willis Hodges, R.A. (British, 1828-1900). "A. Brown Study" - late 19th century, oil on canvas painting signed lower left. Portrait of a seated gentleman with a beard holding a book, in a period frame. Approx. 36.25" x 28"(canvas), 49.75" x 41.5" (frame).
Condition Report: Canvas is lined; 3" scratch UR and UR with patch to UR; 5" repair to arm; scattered chips to frame; stable paint surface.