English school (19th century), Study of a Georgian courting...

Estimate

£60 - £100

English school (19th century),
Study of a Georgian courting couple,
Red chalk on laid paper,
Unsigned,
22cm x 16.5cm,
Framed and glazed (at fault)

More Information

The piece is is quite lightly and delicately drawn, and may have faded somewhat over time. The paper may also have darkened somewhat over time. There are areas of discolouration to the left, right and bottom edges of the paper. These correspond to the location of tape used to secure the paper to the mount, and are probably the result of adhesive residue. There is a further area of discolouration to the top edge. There is no adhesive tape present in this area, but again it is probably the result of historic adhesive residue. There are small foxing spots down the right side of the picture, and a further spot in the lower part of the skirt.