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William Moore, Portrait of a Boy - Antique Watercolour

19th century
Sold 24 January 2025 · Brave Fine Art
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This fine portrait by British artist William Moore (1790-1851) depicts a young man holding a book. He’s wearing a white shirt, black necktie, waistcoat and unbuttoned frock coat.

During the 1830s, the frock coat tended to be worn for informal occasions during the day with the tailcoat a better option for evening functions. This young gentleman is probably a scholar - supported by a proud family.

William Moore was a notable artist and the father of Albert Moore (1841-1893). He’s best known for his depiction of Charles Dickens and also referred to as William Moore of York or William Moore Senior.

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Signed/dated in the lower left, framed and glazed.

Medium: Pencil and watercolour

Overall size: 12” x 14½” / 31cm x 37cm

Year of creation: 1836

Condition: Artwork presents well. A few minor spots where the paper has darkened. Lighter area on the left. Frame with some minor wear.

Artist’s auction highlight: £3,200 achieved for a watercolour in 2013.

Date of Manufacture

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

Physical Dimensions
Height
37cm (14.57")
Width
31cm (12.20")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Reference Numbers
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SA934319
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This fine portrait by British artist William Moore (1790-1851) depicts a young man holding a book. He’s wearing a white shirt, black necktie, waistcoat and unbuttoned frock coat.
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During the 1830s, the frock coat tended to be worn for informal occasions during the day with the tailcoat a better option for evening functions.
Brave Fine Art

This young gentleman is probably a scholar - supported by a proud family.

fig 1. An antique framed watercolour portrait of a young boy holding a book within a gilded wooden frame.
fig 1. William Moore, Portrait of a Boy - Antique Watercolour

William Moore was a notable artist and the father of Albert Moore (1841-1893). He’s best known for his depiction of Charles Dickens and also referred to as William Moore of York or William Moore Senior.

fig 2. An antique framed watercolour portrait of a young boy holding a book within a gilded wooden frame.
fig 2. William Moore, Portrait of a Boy - Antique Watercolour

Learn more about William Moore in our directory.

Signed/dated in the lower left, framed and glazed.

Medium: Pencil and watercolour

Overall size: 12” x 14½” / 31cm x 37cm

Year of creation: 1836

Condition: Artwork presents well. A few minor spots where the paper has darkened. Lighter area on the left. Frame with some minor wear.

Artist’s auction highlight: £3,200 achieved for a watercolour in 2013.

Date of Manufacture

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

Height
37cm (14.57")
Width
31cm (12.20")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA934319
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An antique framed watercolour portrait of a young boy holding a book within a gilded wooden frame.
William Moore, Portrait Of A Boy - Antique Watercolour
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An antique framed watercolour portrait of a young boy holding a book within a gilded wooden frame.
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  • ObjectFramed Art
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialPaper, Wood, Gold Leaf, Glass
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsHand-gilded frame, Wash technique, Figurative subject
  • SizeH 37 cm (15 in) x W 31 cm (12 in) x D 3 cm (1 in)

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Nineteenth-century watercolour portraiture typically involves pigment suspended in water applied to paper, often capturing subjects with fine detail and delicate tonal washes before photography became widespread.

Traditional construction features handmade or rag paper, watercolour pigments, protective glass, a wooden backing board, and a hand-gilded or wood-moulding frame.

Authentic period pieces often display period-appropriate paper types, ageing characteristics such as foxing or minor toning, hand-mixed pigments, and original framing techniques.

An antique portrait can be integrated into gallery walls, hung singly as a focal point against a dark-painted wall, or placed on a mantelpiece to add historical depth to modern interiors.

Works on paper should be kept away from direct sunlight and high humidity to prevent fading and foxing, ideally framed with acid-free materials and UV-protective glazing.
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