Octavius Oakley (1800-1867) Girl in a red cloak stood in a wheat field and straw hat carrying a wheatsheaf, watercolour, 48 x 31.5 cm, frame 68 x 50 cm
Label verso for Boydell Galleries
Sold for £230
Condition Report
The painting is a watercolour, framed under glazing. The sheet appears in generally good condition- no obvious creases, tears or losses. The paint condition appears stable, no obvious paint loss- the colours are bright and generally well preserved- some potential minor fading. There are some faint spots of foxing to the upper left. Frame has general wear and tear,
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