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Pair of Portraits Circle of Raeburn

19th century
Description

Circle of Raeburn; a pair of Oil Portraits on Canvas of Alexander Fraser of Torbreck (1744-1821)

and his wife Theresa (1747-1825), both half length and both with old labels verso

, one inscribed "by Raeburn", each 29" (74cms) x 24 1/2" (62cms). with frame 35" x 29.5" (75cm x 89cm)

Alexander Fraser owned a small estate

outside Inverness and lived at Torbreck House where he married Theresa Russell

Both paintings are in good condition having been relined some restoration/overpainting .The lady has a few speckles of minor paint loss (not lifted)on sleeve and body which does not detract as looks like grain in material

Sir Henry Raeburn (4 March 1756 – 8 July 1823) was a Scottish portrait painter and Scotland's first significant portrait painter

since the Union to remain based in Scotland.

He served as Portrait Painter to King George IV in Scotland

Raeburn had all the essential qualities of a popular and successful portrait painter.

He was able to produce a telling and forcible likeness;

his work is distinguished by powerful characterisation,

stark realism, dramatic and unusual lighting effects

please email if you require any further information.

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Delivery usually 2-3 weeks

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Physical Dimensions
Height
89cm (35.04")
Width
75cm (29.53")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Declaration

Country House Fine Art has dated this piece to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA377796
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Description
Circle of Raeburn; a pair of Oil Portraits on Canvas of Alexander Fraser of Torbreck (1744-1821)

and his wife Theresa (1747-1825), both half length and both with old labels verso

, one inscribed "by Raeburn", each 29" (74cms) x 24 1/2" (62cms). with frame 35" x 29.5" (75cm x 89cm)

fig 1. pair of  portraits circle of Raeburn
fig 1. Pair of Portraits Circle of Raeburn

Alexander Fraser owned a small estate

outside Inverness and lived at Torbreck House where he married Theresa Russell

Both paintings are in good condition having been relined some restoration/overpainting .

“
The lady has a few speckles of minor paint loss (not lifted)on sleeve and body which does not detract as looks like grain in material.
Country House Fine Art
fig 2. pair of  portraits circle of Raeburn
fig 2. Pair of Portraits Circle of Raeburn

Sir Henry Raeburn (4 March 1756 – 8 July 1823) was a Scottish portrait painter and Scotland's first significant portrait painter

since the Union to remain based in Scotland.

He served as Portrait Painter to King George IV in Scotland

fig 3. pair of  portraits circle of Raeburn
fig 3. Pair of Portraits Circle of Raeburn

Raeburn had all the essential qualities of a popular and successful portrait painter.

He was able to produce a telling and forcible likeness;

his work is distinguished by powerful characterisation,

stark realism, dramatic and unusual lighting effects

fig 4. pair of  portraits circle of Raeburn
fig 4. Pair of Portraits Circle of Raeburn

please email if you require any further information.

Free delivery to uk mainland

Delivery usually 2-3 weeks

please provide telephone/email details

for courier

Delivery 1 man kerbside service.

Help will be required with larger items. Please inform of any difficulties with access to your property.

fig 5. pair of  portraits circle of Raeburn
fig 5. Pair of Portraits Circle of Raeburn

Two man delivery possible at extra cost.

carriers insurance is to the door only.

International buyers if you would like to purchase this item, email beforehand

so that we can obtain an accurate shipping quote.

fig 6. pair of  portraits circle of Raeburn
fig 6. Pair of Portraits Circle of Raeburn

Please complete payment in g.b.p

any taxes/customs to be paid for by purchaser.

14 day return policy

if you wish to return an item email for details please pack the items in the same packaging as delivered to you

item to be returned insured in condition received,

All return courier costs to be paid for by the customer.

Height
89cm (35.04")
Width
75cm (29.53")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Date of Manufacture

Country House Fine Art has dated this piece to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA377796
Country House Fine Art
Country House Fine Art
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2015

Specialists in fine art including portraits from the 17th century onwards, seascapes and landscapes

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  • Period19th century
  • SizeH 89 cm (35 in) x W 75 cm (30 in) x D 4 cm (2 in)
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