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Signed G E Boyes 1897 Original Late 19th Century Antique English Oil Painting Portrait of a Victorian Lady, Salvaged Canvas
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Signed G E Boyes 1897 Original Late 19th Century Antique English Oil Painting Portrait of a Victorian Lady, Salvaged Canvas

19th century
Sold 6 May 2025 · Strickland & Russell
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Description

Type of artwork: An Original Oil Painting

Surface: Canvas

Artist and signature: Signed G E Boyes

This is a very interesting original painting. A salvaged canvas; it is in a distressed but authentic state. The canvas has been loosely attached to a backing board to stabilise and protect its condition and to enable easy framing and or repairs.

Approximate age of artwork: Dated 1897

Depiction or Location: A Study of Victorian Lady

Is the artwork Framed or Mounted: Not Framed

Condition report: The artwork is considered to be in a poor condition. 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.

Approximate size of artwork 50 x 60 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
60cm (23.62")
Width
50cm (19.69")
Depth
0.3cm (0.12")
Declaration

Strickland & Russell has dated this Victorian Oil Portrait to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1126459
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Description
Type of artwork: An Original Oil Painting

Surface: Canvas

Artist and signature: Signed G E Boyes

This is a very interesting original painting. A salvaged canvas; it is in a distressed but authentic state.

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The canvas has been loosely attached to a backing board to stabilise and protect its condition and to enable easy framing and or repairs.
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fig 1. An antique oil painting on canvas depicting a Victorian woman in dark attire with visible craquelure across the surface.
fig 1. Signed G E Boyes 1897 Original Late 19th Century Antique English Oil Painting Portrait of a Victorian Lady, Salvaged Canvas

Approximate age of artwork: Dated 1897

Depiction or Location: A Study of Victorian Lady

Is the artwork Framed or Mounted: Not Framed

Condition report: The artwork is considered to be in a poor condition. 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.

Approximate size of artwork 50 x 60 cm

Height
60cm (23.62")
Width
50cm (19.69")
Depth
0.3cm (0.12")
Date of Manufacture

Strickland & Russell has dated this Victorian Oil Portrait to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1126459
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Strickland & Russell
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Yorkshire based art dealers specialising in 19th century & early 20th century oil paintings & watercolours

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Archive I An antique oil painting on canvas depicting a Victorian woman in dark attire with visible craquelure across the surface. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Signed G E Boyes 1897 Original Late 19th Century Antique English Oil Painting Portrait of a Victorian Lady, Salvaged Canvas

Archive II An antique oil painting on canvas depicting a Victorian woman in dark attire with visible craquelure across the surface. View II
Archive III An antique oil painting on canvas depicting a Victorian woman in dark attire with visible craquelure across the surface. View III
Archive IV An antique oil painting on canvas depicting a Victorian woman in dark attire with visible craquelure across the surface. View IV
Archive V An antique oil painting on canvas depicting a Victorian woman in dark attire with visible craquelure across the surface. View V
Archive VI An antique oil painting on canvas depicting a Victorian woman in dark attire with visible craquelure across the surface. View VI
Archive VII An antique oil painting on canvas depicting a Victorian woman in dark attire with visible craquelure across the surface. View VII
Archive VIII An antique oil painting on canvas depicting a Victorian woman in dark attire with visible craquelure across the surface. View VIII
Archive IX An antique oil painting on canvas depicting a Victorian woman in dark attire with visible craquelure across the surface. View IX
Archive X An antique oil painting on canvas depicting a Victorian woman in dark attire with visible craquelure across the surface. View X
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East Riding of Yorkshire
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Verified Since Sep 2018
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An antique oil painting on canvas depicting a Victorian woman in dark attire with visible craquelure across the surface.
Signed G E Boyes 1897 Original late 19th Century Antique English Oil Painting Portrait of a Victorian Lady, Salvaged Canvas
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An antique oil painting on canvas depicting a Victorian woman in dark attire with visible craquelure across the surface.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectPaintings
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialOil paint, Canvas
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsRealistic facial features, Period costume, Visible craquelure, Signed signature
  • SizeH 60 cm (24 in) x W 50 cm (20 in) x D 0.3 cm (0 in)

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Victorian portrait painting typically features realistic representations of subjects, often rendered in oil on canvas with a moody, atmospheric palette that reflects the eras focus on individual identity and domestic prominence.

These works were usually created using oil paints applied to stretched woven linen or cotton canvas, often supported by wooden stretcher frames and finished with a protective varnish layer.

Authentication involves examining the canvas weave, inspecting the type of stretcher frames, analysing pigment composition under magnification, and looking for period-appropriate signatures, artist stamps, or craquelure.

An antique portrait adds depth and historical character when paired with clean-lined contemporary furnishings, often acting as a focal point above a mantelpiece or within a gallery wall arrangement.

Preservation requires keeping the artwork out of direct sunlight, maintaining stable indoor humidity and temperature levels, and dusting gently with a soft, dry brush without using liquid cleaners.
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