Vente aux enchères en direct 5445The Arthur Ackermann and Peter Johnson Collection: A Connoisseur's Choice
James Sharples (1825-1893)
Lot 84

James Sharples (1825-1893)

Portrait traditionally identified as Hester Thrale (1741-1821), bust length, in profile

Fermé8 May 2008

Prix réalisé

GBP 312

Considering selling a similar item?

Discover its value with a complimentary estimate from our specialists.

Plus d'informations

Comment vendre

James Sharples (1825-1893)
Portrait traditionally identified as Hester Thrale (1741-1821), bust length, in profile
inscribed 'Mrs Thrale' (on reverse)
watercolour and bodycolour
oval, 10¾ x 8¾ in. (27.3 x 22.3 cm.)

Note du spécialiste

Born Hester Salisbury, Mrs Thrale was well known for her salons where poets and authors congregated. She was very well regarded in literary circles and by leading figures of the day, such as Dr Johnson on whom she wrote two books.