Lot 32:
Thomas Sully Portrait
Description
An American portrait attributed to Thomas Sully from roughly 1835–1855, depicting a prosperous middle-aged or older woman in a lace bonnet, black dress or wrap, white collar and large bow, seated beside a red upholstered chair. Sully (1783–1872) was particularly known for female portraits and for the elegant British-influenced portrait style he developed after studying the work of Sir Thomas Lawrence. Dimensions: 36″ x 29″
Condition report:
Good condition, glued on artist board, some minor paint loss/flaking and abrasion around the sitter\'s neck and bonnet, scattered losses on the hands
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