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18th Century Painting of a Young Boy

Offered by: MJH Design Arts

Description
This is a charming naive painting of a young John Davis, son of Gregory Davis of Norfolk, painted by Bridget Bereners (?). The exquisite quality of the framing is an indication of the stature and wealth of the Davis family. Young John is pictured wearing a deep green jacket decorated with a long ruby red sash which serves to bring the eye into the painting. Both the painting and the frame are in very good original condition. It is unusual to find this type of portrait still united with its original frame as this type of frame was frequently pirated for use as a mirror.

More Information

Origin:	England
Period:	18th Century
Materials:	wood, canvas, paint, gold leaf
Condition:	Good. Overall very good condition. Painting has not been back lighted. It has not been relined. Frame has a shrinkage crack repaired.
Creation Date:	c. 1720-1750
Styles / Movements:	Old Master
Dealer Reference #:	mjhdesignarts.09.04.25
Incollect Reference #:	825850

Dimensions

W.	33 in;	H.	38 in;	D.	1.5 in;
W.	83.82 cm;	H.	96.52 cm;	D.	3.81 cm;

Message from Seller:

MJH DESIGN ARTS expresses the broad decorative arts aesthetic of its principal, Mary Tindukasiri. Mary, having lived the majority of her life overseas--Mexico, Spain and Asia plus The East Coast and The South--brings these cultural influences to her carefully selected offerings. MJH DESIGN ARTS aims to offer objects incorporating great design, history, construction and life. Our aesthetic is constantly evolving and stretches from late 17th century furniture to 21st century lighting.