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18th Century Portrait Painting of a Clergyman Pieter Van Bleeck (Follower)
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18th Century Portrait Painting of a Clergyman Pieter Van Bleeck (Follower)

18th century
Description

A fine late 18th century/early 19th century portrait oil on canvas three quarter length study of a clergyman

The artist has managed to capture the gentle demeanour of the sitter.

housed in a gilt frame by a follower of Pieter Van Bleeck

the size being 58 x 69 cm approx whilst overall the picture is 76 x 90 cm

In very good condition having been cleaned and relined at some point.

Pieter Van Bleeck

Petrus Johannes (Pieter) van Bleeck (baptized 25 June 1697 in The Hague – 20 July 1764 in London) was an 18th century Dutch portrait painter and mezzotint engraver active in London, where he moved in 1723.

Van Bleeck is especially known for theatrical subjects such as Owen Swiny, Kitty Clive and Margaret Woffington, but he also worked on other subjects such as James Foster. His paintings were frequently engraved. Hs works are found in many museuems and galleries

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You are responsible for the postage costs of returning the item(s) and insurance of the item(s).

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to you at your cost together with insurance of the item(s)

. We must receive the item(s) before we can offer a refund and proof of posting

does not confirm receipt by us.

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International buyers are responsible for any import duties, taxes & customs which may be necessary to release an order from international customs.

Following the UK leaving the EU on 1st January 2021 there have been some changes to customs & duty charges for EU customers. Tax and import duty varies from country to country so please check with your local tax office if you are unsure.

customers who do not pay any duty and customs charges meaning the parcel will be returned to sender will have all shipping charges deducted from any refund .Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility.

Physical Dimensions
Height
90cm (35.43")
Width
76cm (29.92")
Depth
6cm (2.36")
Declaration

Country House Fine Art has dated this 18th Century Clergyman Portrait to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1025353
Dealers Notes

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Description
A fine late 18th century/early 19th century portrait oil on canvas three quarter length study of a clergyman

The artist has managed to capture the gentle demeanour of the sitter.

housed in a gilt frame by a follower of Pieter Van Bleeck

fig 1. An 18th-century oil portrait on canvas depicting a clergyman wearing a powdered wig and clerical bands, presented in a gilded wood frame.
fig 1. 18th Century Portrait Painting of a Clergyman Pieter Van Bleeck (Follower)

the size being 58 x 69 cm approx whilst overall the picture is 76 x 90 cm

In very good condition having been cleaned and relined at some point.

Pieter Van Bleeck

Petrus Johannes (Pieter) van Bleeck (baptized 25 June 1697 in The Hague – 20 July 1764 in London) was an 18th century Dutch portrait painter and mezzotint engraver active in London, where he moved in 1723.

Van Bleeck is especially known for theatrical subjects such as Owen Swiny, Kitty Clive and Margaret Woffington, but he also worked on other subjects such as James Foster.
Country House Fine Art

His paintings were frequently engraved. Hs works are found in many museuems and galleries

fig 2. An 18th-century oil portrait on canvas depicting a clergyman wearing a powdered wig and clerical bands, presented in a gilded wood frame.
fig 2. 18th Century Portrait Painting of a Clergyman Pieter Van Bleeck (Follower)

SHIPPING

Free delivery to mainland uk ,worldwide shipping available please email for quote

Delivery usually within 15 working days, insured

please provide telephone/email details for courier.

All taxes/customs etc to be paid for by purchaser.

fig 3. An 18th-century oil portrait on canvas depicting a clergyman wearing a powdered wig and clerical bands, presented in a gilded wood frame.
fig 3. 18th Century Portrait Painting of a Clergyman Pieter Van Bleeck (Follower)

RETURNS (The Consumer Contracts Regulations) Whilst we are sure that you will be extremely happy with your purchase,

if for any reason you are not, then you are entitled to return the item to us for a refund.

fig 4. An 18th-century oil portrait on canvas depicting a clergyman wearing a powdered wig and clerical bands, presented in a gilded wood frame.
fig 4. 18th Century Portrait Painting of a Clergyman Pieter Van Bleeck (Follower)

For all purchases made

you are entitled to return the item(s) for a period of up to 14 days

following receipt by you or a representative indicated by you.

Please contact us to confirm that you are returning the item(s)

fig 5. An 18th-century oil portrait on canvas depicting a clergyman wearing a powdered wig and clerical bands, presented in a gilded wood frame.
fig 5. 18th Century Portrait Painting of a Clergyman Pieter Van Bleeck (Follower)

and the reason for doing so.

Upon receipt of the item(s) we will refund the purchase price via your original payment method

The item(s) must be received in the condition that it was sent for you to be entitled to a refund.

You are responsible for the postage costs of returning the item(s) and insurance of the item(s).

If the item(s) are too large to return by post or courier,

then we would ask you to use the same shippers that were used to send you the item(s)

to you at your cost together with insurance of the item(s)

We must receive the item(s) before we can offer a refund and proof of posting

does not confirm receipt by us.

If we do not receive the item(s) then we cannot offer a refund.

International buyers are responsible for any import duties, taxes & customs which may be necessary to release an order from international customs.

Following the UK leaving the EU on 1st January 2021 there have been some changes to customs & duty charges for EU customers. Tax and import duty varies from country to country so please check with your local tax office if you are unsure.

customers who do not pay any duty and customs charges meaning the parcel will be returned to sender will have all shipping charges deducted from any refund .Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility.

Height
90cm (35.43")
Width
76cm (29.92")
Depth
6cm (2.36")
Date of Manufacture

Country House Fine Art has dated this 18th Century Clergyman Portrait to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1025353
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An 18th-century oil portrait on canvas depicting a clergyman wearing a powdered wig and clerical bands, presented in a gilded wood frame.
18th century portrait painting of a clergyman Pieter Van Bleeck (follower)
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During the 18th century, portraits of clergymen typically depicted the sitter in formal clerical attire, such as white bands and dark robes, often set against sombre backgrounds to emphasise dignity and piety.

These artworks were created using oil paints applied to stretched canvas, often housed in hand-carved timber frames finished with gold leaf gilding.

Authentication relies on examining natural craquelure patterns across the varnish layer, stretcher bar construction, period-appropriate pigments, and signs of historical canvas lining.

Hanging a traditional oil portrait as a central focal point above a mantelpiece or integrating it into a gallery wall creates architectural contrast within modern spaces.

Display the painting away from direct sunlight and fluctuating humidity, dust gently with a dry soft brush, and consult a professional restorer for varnish cleaning.
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