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Thomas Ross fl. 1730-1746
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
- Thomas Ross
- Portrait of John Thurloe (1616-1668)
- later inscribed c.r.: Secy. Thurloe and further later inscribed on a fragment of canvas attached to stretcher: Tho: Ross Pinxt/ From an original Picture of/ Secretary Thurloe/ in the Possession of/ Mrs Brace
- oil on canvas
three-quarter length, standing by a table and holding a document
Provenance
Robert Berwicke-Copley, 5th Baron Cromwell (1893-1966), Sprotborough Hall, Doncaster, his sale, Christie's London, 20th November 1925, lot 116 (as 'Jonson' bt. Moore for 4 gns.)
Condition
STRUCTURE
The canvas has been lined.
PAINT SURFACE
Appears to be generally in good condition. The edge of the original canvas can be seen at the extreme edges only on very close inspection.
ULTRAVIOLET
Ultraviolet light reveals scattered very minor re-touching to the left hand side of the canvas and some repair work to the lower right.
FRAME
Held in a simple modern frame with gilt edging.
"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
Thurloe was an important figure in the Commonwealth, and a close confidant of Oliver Cromwell. In 1652 he was appointed Secretary of State, retaining his Chambers at Lincolns Inn of which he became bencher in 1654. He was in charge of foreign affairs and directed a very effective intelligence service. This portrait relates to an engraving by Vertue from a portrait belonging to descendants of the sitter, another version of which is in the National Portrait Gallery. It was probably commissioned by the Copley family, who were descendants of Cromwell.