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John Russell R.A. 1745-1806
bidding is closed
Description
- John Russell R.A.
- Portrait of Lady Frances Morgan and her daughter Eliza Georgina Morgan
- signed c.r.: J Russell pinx / 178?
- pastel, oval, in a gilt-wood frame
- 89 by 67.8 cm.; 35 by 26 3/4 in.
Provenance
Georgina Sanford (neé Morgan);
by descent to her daughter Anna Sanford;
Lord Methuen, by 1894
Literature
George C. Williamson, John Russell, R.A., 1894, p. 154, ill. p. 92
ENGRAVED:
by Peltro William Tomkins, 1792, as 'Maternal Love'
Condition
The medium is strong and fresh. The pastel remains clear. There is an minor area of pigment discoloration located on Lady Frances's forehead, just visible in the illustration, however, this can only be seen on very close inspection. The frame has several minor areas of gilt loss but is in generally good condition. Overall the work has been well preserved.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
Georgina portrayed here with her mother later married the Reverend John Sanford of Nynehead, Somerset. This pastel is one of five Russell drew for the Morgan family which came into Lord Methuen's collection when Anna Sanford, daughter of Georgina Sanford married the second Lord Methuen.