Lot 166
  • 166

John Russell R.A. 1745-1806

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Description

  • John Russell R.A.
  • Portrait of General Morrison as a child
  • pastel
  • 54.5 by 42.3 cm.; 21 1/2 by 16 1/2 in.

Condition

The sheet has been laid down onto canvas. It is in generally good condition however it is torn at various points around the edges of the sheet. In general the medium remains strong. There is evidence of spidery mould at intervals throughout the work.
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