29th Feb, 2024 9:30
Martin Theodore Ward (1799 - 1874), 'Inquistive' - a dog looking at a drain, initialled bottom right, oil on canvas, 26 x 31 cm, framed 39 x 44 cm
Cambridge Fine Art
Sold for £320
Condition Report
Panting is unsigned. Canvas has been lined and professional restoration undertaken to previous cracking. Overall the painting looks ready to hang. Areas of the wall behind may have been overpainted, but no evidence under UV light. In particular, there are long vertical and angular strokes to the side wall. Possible overpainting to the dog's front nearest leg. Frame with cracking and wear commensurate with age.
Martin Theodore Ward (1799 - 1874), 'Inquistive' - a dog looking at a drain, initialled bottom right, oil on canvas, 26 x 31 cm, framed 39 x 44 cm
ProvenanceCambridge Fine Art
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