Lot 301 , Circle of Sir Nathaniel Dance (1735-1811), Half-length portrait of a gentleman, oil on canvas

Circle of Sir Nathaniel Dance (1735-1811),
oil on canvas
Half-length portrait of a gentleman, by repute Abraham Charles Adye (1748-1815), 'Barrister at Law of Montague Street, Russel Square, Middlesex', wearing a red coat with gold braid and blue waistcoat
29.5 x 24.5in.
Estimate £1,500-2,500

Note: Abraham Adye was the son of Stephen Adye (1706-1756) and Clara Adye (nee Payne). He went on to become Lieutenant Governor of Grenada, 1811-1812

Provenance: Adye family by descent

Areas of craqueleur, heavy on face. Under glass looks untouched. period frame has minor losses.


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Sold for £2,400