Exceptional English George III period neoclassical memorial or mourning portrait of a gentleman attributed to famed London portraitist Thomas Hudson (1701-1779) depicting ‘Edward Longdon’ in architectural roundel resting on a plinth with a passage from Edward Young’s poem ‘Night Thoughts’ and marble urn at lower right with the deceased’s name, 5 April, 1765 death date, and his age of 38. Edward Longdon is listed as a successful London ‘cordwainer’ (Shoemaker) who died unmarried in his will, the original of which is in the Wiltshire and Swindon History Centre in Chippenham; a copy of the will be provided with the painting to the respective buyer and an optional modern giltwood frame should it be desired that measures 41.25″ x 33.25″ x 1.75″.
Additional search terms: Neoclassical, classical, painter, old master, baroque, country house, grand tour
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Attributed to:Thomas Hudson (Artist)
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Dimensions:Height: 36 in (91.44 cm)Width: 27.75 in (70.49 cm)Depth: 0.75 in (1.91 cm)
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Style:George III(Of the Period)
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Materials and Techniques:CanvasPaintHand-Painted
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Place of Origin:England
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Period:Mid-18th Century
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Date of Manufacture:circa 1765
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Condition:GoodWear consistent with age and use.
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Seller Location:Kinderhook, NY
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Reference Number:Seller: LU1002115389882
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