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Original Early 19th Century English Antique Pencil Sketch Study, Portrait of Lady Seton of Abercorn
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Original Early 19th Century English Antique Pencil Sketch Study, Portrait of Lady Seton of Abercorn

19th century
Sold 21 December 2024 · Strickland & Russell
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Description

Type of artwork: An Original Antique Pencil Sketch

Surface: Paper attached to Mounting Board

We purchased this artwork with a collection of old drawings and etchings that had been stored for many years.

Approximate age of artwork: Circa early 19th Century

Depiction or Location: A Portrait of Caroline Hodges, lady Seton of Abercorn

Is the artwork Framed or Mounted: It is Mounted and Cellophane Wrapped for Protection

Condition report: The artwork is considered to be in fair condition. Some light foxing is evident. Please see our large selection of photographs to inspect the condition and quality of this item, and please don't hesitate to make contact, we are more than happy to answer any questions which you may have.

Size of artwork: 30 x 25 cm including mount (drawing size 16 x 13 cm)

Physical Dimensions
Height
30cm (11.81")
Width
25cm (9.84")
Depth
0.2cm (0.08")
Declaration

Strickland & Russell has dated this Antique Pencil Sketch to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1072567
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Description
Type of artwork: An Original Antique Pencil Sketch

Surface: Paper attached to Mounting Board

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We purchased this artwork with a collection of old drawings and etchings that had been stored for many years.
Strickland & Russell
fig 1. An antique graphite portrait sketch on aged paper depicting a woman in profile with an updo hairstyle.
fig 1. Original Early 19th Century English Antique Pencil Sketch Study, Portrait of Lady Seton of Abercorn

Approximate age of artwork: Circa early 19th Century

Depiction or Location: A Portrait of Caroline Hodges, lady Seton of Abercorn

Is the artwork Framed or Mounted: It is Mounted and Cellophane Wrapped for Protection

fig 2. An antique graphite portrait sketch on aged paper depicting a woman in profile with an updo hairstyle.
fig 2. Original Early 19th Century English Antique Pencil Sketch Study, Portrait of Lady Seton of Abercorn

Condition report: The artwork is considered to be in fair condition. Some light foxing is evident. Please see our large selection of photographs to inspect the condition and quality of this item, and please don't hesitate to make contact, we are more than happy to answer any questions which you may have.

Size of artwork: 30 x 25 cm including mount (drawing size 16 x 13 cm)

Height
30cm (11.81")
Width
25cm (9.84")
Depth
0.2cm (0.08")
Date of Manufacture

Strickland & Russell has dated this Antique Pencil Sketch to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1072567
Strickland & Russell
Strickland & Russell
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2018

Yorkshire based art dealers specialising in 19th century & early 20th century oil paintings & watercolours

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Archive I An antique graphite portrait sketch on aged paper depicting a woman in profile with an updo hairstyle. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Original Early 19th Century English Antique Pencil Sketch Study, Portrait of Lady Seton of Abercorn

Archive II An antique graphite portrait sketch on aged paper depicting a woman in profile with an updo hairstyle. View II
Archive III An antique graphite portrait sketch on aged paper depicting a woman in profile with an updo hairstyle. View III
Archive IV An antique graphite portrait sketch on aged paper depicting a woman in profile with an updo hairstyle. View IV
Archive V An antique graphite portrait sketch on aged paper depicting a woman in profile with an updo hairstyle. View V
Archive VI An antique graphite portrait sketch on aged paper depicting a woman in profile with an updo hairstyle. View VI
Archive VII An antique graphite portrait sketch on aged paper depicting a woman in profile with an updo hairstyle. View VII
Archive VIII An antique graphite portrait sketch on aged paper depicting a woman in profile with an updo hairstyle. View VIII
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An antique graphite portrait sketch on aged paper depicting a woman in profile with an updo hairstyle.
Original early 19th Century English Antique Pencil Sketch Study, Portrait of Lady Seton of Abercorn
Ref: SA1072567
An antique graphite portrait sketch on aged paper depicting a woman in profile with an updo hairstyle.
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  • ObjectArt & Prints
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialPaper, Graphite
  • ColourOff-White
  • MotifsProfile portraiture, Hatched shading, Period attire
  • SizeH 30 cm (12 in) x W 25 cm (10 in) x D 0.2 cm (0 in)

FAQs

An antique pencil sketch study is an original preparatory or finished drawing executed in graphite or lead on paper during past centuries, often serving as a portrait or compositional baseline by historical artists.

These works typically utilise hand-ground graphite or charcoal pencils applied to handmade rag paper composed of cotton or linen fibres, which imparts distinct texture and durability.

Authentic period drawings exhibit genuine paper ageing such as foxing and toning, watermark identifiers, and hand-drawn line variations under magnification rather than modern dot-matrix or offset printing patterns.

Historical sketches can be mounted in simple, neutral frames to create a sophisticated focal point on a gallery wall or styled individually against dark, textured wall paint for visual contrast.

Preservation requires framing behind UV-protective conservation glass, maintaining stable humidity levels, and hanging works away from direct sunlight to prevent fading and paper degradation.
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