Lot 90
Lot 90
Lot Details
Property from the Estate of the late Hon. Thomas Noel
Circle of Ramsay Richard Reinagle
Portrait of the Hon. Charles George Noel, later 2nd Earl of Gainsborough (1818–1881), and his sister Lady Mary Arabella Louisa Noel (1822–1883), full-length, in a wooden pram holding a rabbit in a landscape setting
inscribed on the reverse: The Hon.ble / Cha.s George Noel / The Hon.ble / Mary Arabella Louisa. Noel / 1823.
oil on canvas
unframed: 146.2 x 113.9 cm.; 57 1/2 x 44 7/8 in.
framed: 158.5 x 126.5 cm.; 62 3/8 x 49 3/4 in.
Condition Report
The canvas is lined and the paint surface is stable. The canvas bears some small repainted extensions (presumably due to relining), measuring approximately 1 cm. on all four margins. The paint surface, which is well preserved, is covered in a thin layer of varnish which is dirty and yellow. There are some small white paint dirt marks in places. Inspection under ultraviolet light reveals the surface is covered in an old layer of reflective varnish. It also confirms the aforementioned extensions and reveals and old campaign of subtle strengthening and retouching in the background, clothing and in small areas of the children's faces. Overall the painting is in a fair condition and presents well.
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Provenance
By descent from the sitter to Anthony Gerard Edward Noel, 5th Earl of Gainsborough (1923–2009);
By inheritance to his third son.
Additional Notices & Disclaimers
Please note that Condition 12 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers (Online Only) is not applicable to this lot.