Scottish School 19th C Portrait of Lena Wigglesworth Oil on Board

SCOTTISH SCHOOL, 19TH CENTURY

Portrait of Lena Wigglesworth

A charming 19th-century Scottish School portrait of Lena Wigglesworth, painted in oil on board. The sitter is depicted in close-up, wearing a dark bonnet or head covering and richly coloured clothing, with the face carefully rendered against a dark background.

The painting has a particularly attractive, intimate character and is presented in an oval gilt frame. A vintage Rowley Frames, 140 Church Street, Kensington W. label remains attached to the reverse, adding an interesting piece of provenance/history to the presentation.

Measurements

* Overall framed size: approx. 28 × 33 cm / 11.02 × 12.99 inches

* Actual painting size: approx. 26 × 20 cm / 10.24 × 7.87 inches

Condition

The painting is in antique condition with signs of age consistent with a 19th-century artwork. There are some surface marks/age-related wear visible, and the gilt frame has areas of wear and loss to the finish. Please study all photographs carefully as they form an important part of the condition report.

Please note: We have described the work as Scottish School, 19th Century based on its appearance and available information. We do not provide authentication or certificates of authenticity.

A lovely decorative and collectible antique portrait, particularly suitable for a traditional, period or eclectic interior.