| Artist Name |
Francis Grant (1803-1878) |
| Title |
Portrait of a Lady with Cameo Brooch |
| Description |
This beautiful British Victorian portrait oil painting is attributed to the circle of Sir Francis Grant. Painted circa 1850 it is a stunning head and shoulders portrait of a young woman with a cameo brooch at her neck. An amber curtain behind accentuates the portrait whilst a landscape can be seen beyond. He clear blue eyes gaze at the artist/viewer giving the portrait great warmth and intimacy. A superb 19th century portrait. |
| Provenance |
Lincolnshire estate. |
| Medium |
Oil on Canvas |
| Size |
20 x 24 inches |
| Frame |
Housed in an ornate gilt Watts frame, 32 inches by 28 inches and in good condition. |
| Condition |
Good condition. |
| Biography |
Sir Francis Grant PRA (18 January 1803 – 5 October 1878) was a Scottish portrait painter who painted Queen Victoria and many distinguished British aristocratic and political figures. He served as President of the Royal Academy. |
| Price |
£3200 |
