Lot 195
  • 195

James Francis Danby, 1816-1875

Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
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Description

  • James Francis Danby
  • sunset at greenwich
  • signed and dated 1867
  • oil on canvas
  • 33x50.5cm.; 13x20in.

Provenance

Presented to the present owner's family by the artist

Condition

The canvas has been relined. There is craquelure throughout. Otherwise in good overall condition. Ultra violet light reveals retouching to the edges, to right of centre and further spots elsewhere. Held in a simple gold painted frame.
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