Lot 757 , Attributed to Sir Thomas Lawrence (1769-1830) Study for a portrait of a gentleman, J Hare Esq, MP 15 x 11.25in.

Attributed to Sir Thomas Lawrence (1769-1830)
oil on canvas
Study for a portrait of a gentleman, J Hare Esq, MP
inscribed verso
15 x 11.25in.
Estimate £600-900

Oil on canvas with an old reline done many years ago, canvas tight, paint loooks dirty with some retouching around edges of canvas. Fine but stable craqleur running through paint and the painted ground. Housed in an old, plain gilt frame. Restorers label for W Freeman & Son Ltd, of Albermore St, London. Old ink inscription with details of the sitter and attribution to Lawrence. Christie's stencil no. G640MV


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Sold for £16,000