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Brave Fine Art has dated this 18th Century Oil Painting to the 18th Century.
The classically-inspired setting conveys a sense of grandeur and the permanency of the aristocracy. The inclusion of an obedient spaniel is an interesting one and could be a light-hearted reference to the willingness of a future spouse.
Dalham Hall is a Queen Anne style country house, dating to 1705, near Newmarket in Suffolk. During the early 18th century, it was home to the Affleck family (1714-1901), and this is likely to be a portrait of one of Sir Gilbert Affleck’s (c.1684-1764) daughters. These included Anne (1706-1793), Elizabeth (1713-1748), Catherine (1718-1760), Mary (1723-1773), and Charlotte (1724-1820). The outfit dates to circa 1725, so Catherine appears to be the most likely candidate. It’s conceivable that the portrait remained at Dalham until 1901 when Sir Robert Affleck (1852-1919) sold the hall after being defrauded by his solicitor.
Stylistically, it’s somewhat comparable with the oeuvre of Dutch artist John Verelst (c.1670-1734) of the Verelst family of painters.
Held in a splendid period gilt frame, which is probably original.
Medium: Oil on canvas
Overall size: 48” x 58½” / 122cm x 149cm
Year of creation: c. 1725
Provenance: Dalham Hall, Suffolk / Private collection, UK.
Condition: Cleaned. Revarnished. Canvas relined. Craquelure throughout. Later stretcher. The paint layer is stable. Frame in good condition with minor age-related wear.
Our reference: BRV2173
Brave Fine Art has dated this 18th Century Oil Painting to the 18th Century.
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John Verelst (Circle), Large Portrait of a Young Lady with Flowers & Spaniel Before a Country House, 18th-century Oil Painting
