Lot 860 , Thomas Kent Pelham (fl.1860-1891) The Love Letter 29.5 x 21in.

Thomas Kent Pelham (fl.1860-1891)
oil on canvas
'The Love Letter'
signed
29.5 x 21in.
Estimate £300-500

Rather neglected condition. Original canvas is sagging. Paint very dirty, a fine craquelure throughout which is starting to flake away in the red of the skirt.
Signed in the pot. Christie's stencil mark verso.
Later gilt scroll frame in fair order.


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Sold for £300