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Large Early 20th-century Portrait Oil Painting of Bristol Tycoon Frank Wren
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Large Early 20th-century Portrait Oil Painting of Bristol Tycoon Frank Wren

1920 - 1940
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LARGE EARLY 20th-CENTURY PORTRAIT OIL PAINTING OF BRISTOL TYCOON Frank Wren

Brief Description:

This is a large impressive early 20th-century three-quarter length Oil on Canvas Portrait Painting depicting Mr Frank Wren, who is dressed smartly in a velvet dinner jacket and shirt, with one hand in a pocket and the other hand holding on to a Gloucestershire newspaper.

Frank Wren was a prominent builder and a business Tycoon from Bristol.

He built the famous Picture House, in Staple Hill, Bristol, that opened in 1912.

The painting is signed lower right corner and it is mounted within a decorative (later) vintage gilt frame.

Attributes:

Oil on Canvas Painting

Signed lower right corner

Circa: 1930-1940

Condition:

The painting is presented in a wonderful condition. To the rear of the canvas, there are a number of ancient canvas repairs but these do not detract from the overall wonderful presence.

Framed Measurements:

INCHES & CENTIMETRES

Height: 39'' | 99 cm

Width: 27.5'' | 69.8 cm

Depth: 1.5'' | 3.8 cm

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*A Certificate Of Authenticity (COA) will be provided by artsonline with this piece*

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Physical Dimensions
Height
99cm (38.98")
Width
69.8cm (27.48")
Depth
3.8cm (1.50")
Declaration

Artsonline has dated this Framed Portrait Oil Painting to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1051092
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Description
LARGE EARLY 20th-CENTURY PORTRAIT OIL PAINTING OF BRISTOL TYCOON Frank Wren

Brief Description:

This is a large impressive early 20th-century three-quarter length Oil on Canvas Portrait Painting depicting Mr Frank Wren, who is dressed smartly in a velvet dinner jacket and shirt, with one hand in a pocket and the other hand holding on to a Gloucestershire newspaper.

fig 1. A framed oil portrait painting depicting a gentleman in a dark suit holding a paper document beside a small coat of arms.
fig 1. Large Early 20th-century Portrait Oil Painting of Bristol Tycoon Frank Wren

Frank Wren was a prominent builder and a business Tycoon from Bristol.

He built the famous Picture House, in Staple Hill, Bristol, that opened in 1912.

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The painting is signed lower right corner and it is mounted within a decorative (later) vintage gilt frame.
Artsonline
fig 2. A framed oil portrait painting depicting a gentleman in a dark suit holding a paper document beside a small coat of arms.
fig 2. Large Early 20th-century Portrait Oil Painting of Bristol Tycoon Frank Wren

Attributes:

Oil on Canvas Painting

Signed lower right corner

Circa: 1930-1940

Condition:

The painting is presented in a wonderful condition. To the rear of the canvas, there are a number of ancient canvas repairs but these do not detract from the overall wonderful presence.

fig 3. A framed oil portrait painting depicting a gentleman in a dark suit holding a paper document beside a small coat of arms.
fig 3. Large Early 20th-century Portrait Oil Painting of Bristol Tycoon Frank Wren

Framed Measurements:

INCHES & CENTIMETRES

Height: 39'' | 99 cm

Width: 27.5'' | 69.8 cm

Depth: 1.5'' | 3.8 cm

^^ Fast & Free UK Delivery Included^^

A Certificate Of Authenticity (COA) will be provided by artsonline with this piece*

fig 4. A framed oil portrait painting depicting a gentleman in a dark suit holding a paper document beside a small coat of arms.
fig 4. Large Early 20th-century Portrait Oil Painting of Bristol Tycoon Frank Wren

Delivery

Artsonline UK ships worldwide daily, using only fully insured, priority, and fully tracked delivery services.

Great care and much time are taken over the safe transportation of the Fine Art and Antique pieces that we sell.

fig 5. A framed oil portrait painting depicting a gentleman in a dark suit holding a paper document beside a small coat of arms.
fig 5. Large Early 20th-century Portrait Oil Painting of Bristol Tycoon Frank Wren

We pack extremely carefully, so you can rest assured that your piece will arrive with you in perfect condition.

For larger paintings, antique furniture pieces, and fragile items that can not be sent via the normal postal services, we use professional door-to-door delivery providers, who will always strive to deliver your piece promptly, within approx. 7-14 working days.

fig 6. A framed oil portrait painting depicting a gentleman in a dark suit holding a paper document beside a small coat of arms.
fig 6. Large Early 20th-century Portrait Oil Painting of Bristol Tycoon Frank Wren

Returns Policy

Artsonline provides a genuine no-quibble 14-day money-back refund policy

(excluding the cost of Postage and Packaging).

Pay Securely - Telephone orders welcome

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Height
99cm (38.98")
Width
69.8cm (27.48")
Depth
3.8cm (1.50")
Date of Manufacture

Artsonline has dated this Framed Portrait Oil Painting to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1051092
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Early 20th-century portraiture often features subjects depicted in formal evening or business wear, utilizing realistic canvas painting techniques alongside personal symbols like heraldic crests or official documents.

Paintings were typically rendered using oil-based pigments applied to stretched linen or cotton canvas, presented within cast plaster or gilded softwood frames.

Authenticity is assessed by examining natural craquelure patterns in the oil varnish, structural age on the wooden stretcher bars, artist signatures, and period-appropriate framing techniques.

Formal portraits serve as strong visual anchor points when placed above a fireplace mantelpiece or modern sideboard, creating dynamic contrast against minimalist decor.

Display the canvas away from direct light and radiator heat sources, dust softly using a dry feather duster, and seek professional conservation for surface varnish cleaning.
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