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Robert Hunter
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- Robert Hunter
- Portrait of Edward Michael Pakenham, 2nd Baron Longford (1743-1792)
- inscribed on label, (verso); Edward Michael/ 2nd Baron Longford/ Born 1743 Died 1792
- oil on canvas
full-length, standing in a coastal landscape with a spaniel and a British Man-o-War beyond
Provenance
By decent in the Longford family, Pakenham Hall until the 1960's
Literature
A. Crookshank, 'Robert Hunter,' Irish Arts Review, 1989-1990, p. 182, no. 48
Condition
STRUCTURE
The canvas has not been lined and is on its original stretcher.
PAINT SURFACE
The painting appears to be in generally good condition. There is some minor paint loss in a small spot in the lower right of the painting and there are slight abbrassion marks to the upper edge of the canvas. There is a layer of discoloured varnish overall and the painting would benefit from a light clean.
ULTRAVIOLET
Examination under ultraviolet light reveals scattered areas of dirt and small areas of retouching, predominantly in the lower right of the painting and down the lower right edge of the canvas where it meets the frame.
FRAME
Held in a carved and gilded frame. The frame is in a reasonably fragile state.
"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
The sitter was the son and heir of Thomas Pakenham, 1st Baron Longford of Pakenham Hall, County Westmeath and his wife Elizabeth Cuffe who was created Baroness of Longford in 1785. He served in the Royal Navy from 1765 to 1766 and served as M.P. for County Longford in Ireland. On the 25th June 1768 he married Catherine, daughter of Hercules Rowley of Summerhill, County Meath. He was a popular political figure and Lord Harcourt wrote on 17th October 1774: "My Lord Longford is a man of ability, an able speaker in the House of Lords and greatly respected in this County."
On the 10th April 1806 his second daughter Catherine married Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington.
On the 10th April 1806 his second daughter Catherine married Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington.