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William Moore, Portrait of a Lady - Antique Watercolour
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William Moore, Portrait of a Lady - Antique Watercolour

19th century
Sold 29 November 2024 · Brave Fine Art
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This exquisite portrait by British artist William Moore (1790-1851) depicts a young lady wearing a beautiful white dress with gigot sleeves. It’s a gentle portrayal representing the romanticised ideals of the 1830s. The portrait dates to circa 1833 when gigot sleeves were voluminous and resembled a ‘leg-o-mutton’.

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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Framed and glazed.

Medium: Pencil and watercolour

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

Year of creation: c. 1833

Condition: Artwork presents well. Frame with some light wear.

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

Date of Manufacture

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

Physical Dimensions
Height
37cm (14.57")
Width
31cm (12.20")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Reference Numbers
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SA936468
Description
This exquisite portrait by British artist William Moore (1790-1851) depicts a young lady wearing a beautiful white dress with gigot sleeves. It’s a gentle portrayal representing the romanticised ideals of the 1830s. The portrait dates to circa 1833 when gigot sleeves were voluminous and resembled a ‘leg-o-mutton’.

William Moore was a notable artist and the father of Albert Moore (1841-1893).

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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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fig 1. An antique portrait watercolour painting depicting a lady, set within a heavy stepped gilt wood frame.
fig 1. William Moore, Portrait of a Lady - Antique Watercolour

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Framed and glazed.

Medium: Pencil and watercolour

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

Year of creation: c. 1833

Condition: Artwork presents well. Frame with some light wear.

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

Date of Manufacture

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

Height
37cm (14.57")
Width
31cm (12.20")
Depth
3cm (1.18")
Reference Numbers
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SA936468
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Exquisite antique paintings that capture the imagination.

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21 Enterprise Way
Arle Road
Cheltenham
Cotswolds
GL51 8LZ
United Kingdom

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An antique portrait watercolour painting depicting a lady, set within a heavy stepped gilt wood frame.
William Moore, Portrait Of A Lady - Antique Watercolour
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An antique portrait watercolour painting depicting a lady, set within a heavy stepped gilt wood frame.
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  • ObjectPaintings & Artwork
  • Period19th century
  • StyleRegency
  • MaterialPaper, Watercolour, Wood, Gilt
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsHand-painted portrait, Stepped wooden frame, Gilt finish
  • SizeH 37 cm (15 in) x W 31 cm (12 in) x D 3 cm (1 in)

Nineteenth-century portrait watercolours typically feature delicate pigment layering on paper, capturing realistic likenesses with soft washes and fine details, often housed in period gilt frames.

These works were traditionally created using water-soluble pigments on rag paper or card stock, mounted behind glass, and protected within wooden frames finished in gilt or gesso.

Authenticity is assessed by examining the paper texture, pigment absorption, framing construction, backing materials, and the presence of period artist signatures or gallery labels.

Such pieces add a layer of historic depth to contemporary spaces when hung individually on a neutral wall or integrated into a curated gallery wall arrangement.

Preservation requires hanging the artwork away from direct sunlight to prevent fading, maintaining stable indoor humidity levels, and ensuring framing materials are acid-free.
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