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Lot 241
Portrait of a Young Woman by William Etty, R.A. (British, 1787–1849) Oil on Canvas
Estimate: $2,000 - $3,500
Starting Bid
$300
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Description:
Oil on canvas portrait attributed to William Etty, R.A., the prominent British Romantic painter celebrated for his classical figure paintings and expressive portraits. The composition depicts a young woman shown in an oval format, her long dark hair falling over her shoulders as she gazes toward the viewer with a gentle, introspective expression.
Etty was renowned for his sensitive treatment of the human figure and his mastery of warm, luminous color. In this work, the artist employs soft modeling and rich tonal contrasts to capture the sitter’s delicate features and subtle expression. The intimate composition and painterly brushwork are characteristic of Etty’s approach to portraiture and figure studies.
The painting is presented in an ornate gilt frame with a gray mat and oval opening that complements the classical style of the portrait.
Dimensions:
Sight: 19 in x 16 in
Condition:
Visible craquelure and minor surface wear consistent with age. Frame shows light wear.
William Etty portrait painting, British Romantic portrait, 19th century English portrait, Victorian era female portrait, classical oval portrait painting, antique British oil painting
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