8th Nov, 2019 9:30 GMT/BST
Antiques & Interiors (Part II)
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Circle of Sir Thomas Lawerence PRA (1769-1830) Portrait of a student wearing a graduation gown...
Circle of Sir Thomas Lawerence PRA (1769-1830) Portrait of a student wearing a graduation gown and holding a mortor board, oil on canvas, 90cm by 70cm
It was the custom in the 18th and early 19th century for prominent college students on graduation to sit for the leading artists of the day including Sir Joshua Reynolds, George Romney and Sir Thomas Lawrence. Many of these portraits were then presented to their college upon leaving.
It was the custom in the 18th and early 19th century for prominent college students on graduation to sit for the leading artists of the day including Sir Joshua Reynolds, George Romney and Sir Thomas Lawrence. Many of these portraits were then presented to their college upon leaving.
Sold for £380
Estimated at £400 - £600
Auction: Antiques & Interiors (Part II), 8th Nov, 2019
Antiques & Interiors (Part II)
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