Middletons Antiques

Description

This is an absolutely charming antique oil painting on canvas of pigs and a cavalier spaniel in a farmyard setting.

Artist: Attributed to George Morland (1763 -1804).
Oil on Canvas.
Framed dimensions: 37cm high, 42cm wide, 4cm deep


The old hand written script on the back of the frame cites 'Pigry in farmyard by George Morland'
The painting is unsigned but very much in the manner of George Morlands work.

Condition: Very good throughout. The canvas has been relined at sometime past and re nailed on the original unstretchered wooden frame.
The ebonised outer frame and slip are 19th C.

George Morland (1763 - 1804). Fate seemed to have dealt this talented artist quite a cruel hand throughout his life. From a young age his artistic skills were recognised and pushed very hard by his father who exploited his work for his own ends, locking him away and forcing him copy other artists works such as Dutch masters for him to sell and profit from.
Later in life he broke free of his fathers control only to become effectively a slave to the picture dealer he lived with. Hard work, hard drinking and exploitation seemed to be the story of his life.

Country life, pigs and farmyard scenes in the manner of this painting were very much the subject matter familiar to him.





PLEASE NOTE
I AM STARTING TO WIND DOWN MY ANTIQUES BUSINESS NOW AND WILL CONSIDER ANY SENSIBLE OFFER ON ANY ITEM OF STOCK WE HAVE FOR SALE

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We do not sell reproductions or copies.

We are based in Cornwall and have over 40 years experience of dealing in antiques of the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries.
Most of our sales are via websites like Loveantiques, and we are always happy to discuss and answer questions about our stock by telephone or email. Please do get in touch.
Viewings can be arranged by appointment here in Cornwall.

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We have regular collections by reliable carriers who we know and trust for their care and conscientious service.
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Please do get in touch if you have any questions.
Kind Regards, Mark and Carole Middleton



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