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William Drummond, Portrait of Two Sisters - Antique Watercolour

19th century
Sold 24 January 2025 · Brave Fine Art
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This beautiful portrait by British artist William Drummond (act.1800-1860) depicts two sisters within an interior. It’s a charming glimpse into the lives of these young women.

Dressed in the latest fashions of the 1860s, with hair patiently styled into side coils, they hold a loving pose. The seated sister rests her right arm on a side table and holds a sketchbook on her lap. It appears to display a coastal scene in watercolour - perhaps she’s a keen artist. It’s tempting to wonder whether she added any embellishments to the colouring.

Framed and glazed.

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Medium: Watercolour on paper

Overall size: 22½” x 27” / 57cm x 68cm

Year of creation: c. 1860

Condition: Artwork presents well.

Date of Manufacture

Brave Fine Art has dated this Antique Watercolour Portrait to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
68cm (26.77")
Width
57cm (22.44")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
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SA929299
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This beautiful portrait by British artist William Drummond (act.1800-1860) depicts two sisters within an interior. It’s a charming glimpse into the lives of these young women.
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Dressed in the latest fashions of the 1860s, with hair patiently styled into side coils, they hold a loving pose.
Brave Fine Art

The seated sister rests her right arm on a side table and holds a sketchbook on her lap. It appears to display a coastal scene in watercolour - perhaps she’s a keen artist. It’s tempting to wonder whether she added any embellishments to the colouring.

Framed and glazed.

Learn more about William Drummond in our directory.

Medium: Watercolour on paper

Overall size: 22½” x 27” / 57cm x 68cm

Year of creation: c. 1860

Condition: Artwork presents well.

Date of Manufacture

Brave Fine Art has dated this Antique Watercolour Portrait to the 19th Century.

Height
68cm (26.77")
Width
57cm (22.44")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA929299
Brave Fine Art
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Exquisite antique paintings that capture the imagination.

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An antique framed watercolour painting depicting two Victorian women in period dress.
William Drummond, Portrait Of Two Sisters - Antique Watercolour
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  • ObjectPaintings
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialPaper, Watercolour, Wood, Glass
  • ColourSepia
  • MotifsFigurative portraiture, Period costume, Botanical elements
  • SizeH 68 cm (27 in) x W 57 cm (22 in) x D 2 cm (1 in)

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Victorian watercolour portraits typically feature finely detailed depictions of subjects, often created using transparent washes of pigment on heavy-weight paper or card, capturing naturalistic likenesses popular in the 19th century.

These works were executed using water-soluble pigments on rag paper or card, usually protected by a mat, glass, and housed within a timber or gesso frame.

Authentic pieces often display period framing, hand-cut mounts, age-related paper toning or foxing, and artist signatures or inscriptions executed in period ink or paint.

Pairing historical art with contemporary decor creates visual contrast; hang the piece on a neutral wall or incorporate it into a gallery wall arrangement to ground modern spaces with traditional character.

Protect the paper from direct sunlight to prevent fading, maintain stable humidity levels to avoid mould or foxing, and ensure the framing materials are acid-free.
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