What periods do these children's portraits cover?

The available selection spans from the early eighteenth century through the Georgian and Victorian periods up to Edwardian examples from nineteen ten. This broad chronological range allows you to observe shifting conventions in children's dress, posture, and artistic execution over two hundred years.

How are these antique portraits framed?

Many examples are presented in period frames constructed from wood and finished with gold leaf or giltwood. Watercolours are typically glazed with glass to protect the paper surface. Original framing elements enhance the historical context of the piece, though frames can occasionally reflect later restoration work.

Are these works signed by artists?

Some pieces bear direct signatures from named painters, while others are attributed to specific artistic circles or recognised as works by regional English and French schools. Attributions rely on stylistic comparison, historical records, and family provenance linked to the original sitters.

How should I care for an antique portrait?

Protect works on paper and canvas from direct sunlight and excessive humidity to prevent fading and pigment degradation. Maintaining stable indoor temperatures preserves both the frame and the painting substrate. Glazed watercolours require particular attention to prevent moisture accumulation behind the glass.

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An antique portrait of children captures young sitters in oil on canvas or watercolour, bringing domestic history directly into your room.

18th century

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18th Century Pastel Portrait of a Young Boy in a Red Jacket, Circle of Arthur Pond (1710-1758)

From Isherwood Fine Art

£7,000

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1900 - 1920

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Portrait of a Young French Girl C1925

From Colin Brand Antiques

£295

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Original Circa 1880-90 Robert Gemmell Hutchison Oil on Canvas Painting a New Toy

19th century

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Original Circa 1880-90 Robert Gemmell Hutchison Oil on Canvas Painting a New Toy

From Royal House Antiques

£50,000

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Creepy Kids Oil Painting on Unframed Canvas

19th century

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Creepy Kids Oil Painting on Unframed Canvas

From David Griffith Antiques

£365

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Attributed to William Orpen, 1878–1931
Portrait of a Young Boy

1900 - 1920

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Attributed to William Orpen, 1878–1931 Portrait of a Young Boy

From Artware Fineart

£3,500

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Italian Oil on Canvas of Madonna Della Sedia After Raphael, of Very Large Proportion, Ca 1840.

19th century

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Italian Oil on Canvas of Madonna Della Sedia After Raphael, of Very Large Proportion, Ca 1840.

From Jane Short Antiques

£1,950

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John Russell, Ra, 1745-1806
Portrait of a Young Girl and Her Brother Seated at a Table with an Open Book and a Tiger Cowrie Shell

18th century

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John Russell, Ra, 1745-1806 Portrait of a Young Girl and Her Brother Seated at a Table with an Open Book and a Tiger Cowrie Shell

From Artware Fineart

£3,500

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Large Northern European Portrait of a Peasant Women and Her Children

19th century

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Large Northern European Portrait of a Peasant Women and Her Children

From H & H Gallery

£7,000

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Francis Alleyne, 1750 - 1815
Portrait of Mrs Ann Clifton (1753-1820) and Her Son Nathaniel Sated by a Table

18th century

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Francis Alleyne, 1750 - 1815 Portrait of Mrs Ann Clifton (1753-1820) and Her Son Nathaniel Sated by a Table

From Artware Fineart

£3,500

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English School Pair Watercolours ‘ Children and Their Dogs ‘

19th century

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English School Pair Watercolours ‘ Children and Their Dogs ‘

From Graham Reed Fine Art

£450

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Current listings and archive records feature works spanning the Georgian, Victorian, and Edwardian periods, utilising oil on canvas and watercolour on paper.

Painted in India 1792 -1795. Portrait Oil Painting of Charlotte Shore, Daughter of the Governor General of India. By Arthur William Devis 1762-1822.

18th century

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Painted in India 1792 -1795. Portrait Oil Painting of Charlotte Shore, Daughter of the Governor General of India. By Arthur William Devis 1762-1822.

From Big Sky Fine Art

£19,985

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Adorable Early 20th-century Portrait Oil Painting of a Little Curly-haired Girl

1900 - 1920

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Adorable Early 20th-century Portrait Oil Painting of a Little Curly-haired Girl

From Artsonline

£290

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18th century

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18th Century English School, Portrait of a Boy

From Treaders Collectables

£2,500

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19th century

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Mother & Daughter - Small 19th Century Original Watercolour Portrait After the 1789 Oil Painting Hanging in the Louvre Paris by Elisabeth Vigee Le Brun

From Heydays Antiques

£220

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16th century

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Painting of Madonna and Child

From Devonshire Antiques

£3,750

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Portrait of Marjorie Mcinnes 1921 by Cowan Dobson Rba, Rp.

1900 - 1920

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Portrait of Marjorie Mcinnes 1921 by Cowan Dobson Rba, Rp.

From Roy Precious - Antiques & Fine Art

£1,850

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Antique Portrait of Children

18th Century Pastel Portrait of a Young Boy in a Red Jacket, Circle of Arthur Pond (1710-1758)

Portrait of a Young French Girl C1925

Original Circa 1880-90 Robert Gemmell Hutchison Oil on Canvas Painting a New Toy

Creepy Kids Oil Painting on Unframed Canvas

Attributed to William Orpen, 1878–1931 Portrait of a Young Boy

Italian Oil on Canvas of Madonna Della Sedia After Raphael, of Very Large Proportion, Ca 1840.

John Russell, Ra, 1745-1806 Portrait of a Young Girl and Her Brother Seated at a Table with an Open Book and a Tiger Cowrie Shell

Large Northern European Portrait of a Peasant Women and Her Children

Francis Alleyne, 1750 - 1815 Portrait of Mrs Ann Clifton (1753-1820) and Her Son Nathaniel Sated by a Table

English School Pair Watercolours ‘ Children and Their Dogs ‘

Painted in India 1792 -1795. Portrait Oil Painting of Charlotte Shore, Daughter of the Governor General of India. By Arthur William Devis 1762-1822.

Adorable Early 20th-century Portrait Oil Painting of a Little Curly-haired Girl

18th Century English School, Portrait of a Boy

Mother & Daughter - Small 19th Century Original Watercolour Portrait After the 1789 Oil Painting Hanging in the Louvre Paris by Elisabeth Vigee Le Brun

Painting of Madonna and Child

Portrait of Marjorie Mcinnes 1921 by Cowan Dobson Rba, Rp.

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