Christopher Tombs Antiques Ltd has dated this piece to the 18th Century.
Provenance: From the collection of Peter Inskip, MBE, Trinity House, Cardington, Bedfordshire. Wood practiced for many years as a portrait painter in Lincoln`s Inn Fields, London. His portraits of ladies were considered some of the best of the time. His great patron was John Russell, 4th Duke of Bedford, for whom he painted numerous portraits of members of the Spencer and Russell families, destined for Woburn Abbey; some of these were copied by Wood from other painters.
There is a portrait of Archbishop William Wake by Wood at Lambeth Palace.
Hanging in a quality frame which does need a clean and restoration.
This painting is in some need of restoration too. All of this can be carried out by us in our own workshops to a high standard.
Measurements to include the frame are: 31 inches x 35 inches.
Many thanks for looking and if we can be of any further assistance please contact us. Delivery to UK address is included in the price. We can arrange shipping to anywhere in the world, please ask for a quote.
Regards Chris
Christopher Tombs Antiques Ltd has dated this piece to the 18th Century.
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