Harold Lapham, Worn Portrait Of A Lady

Harold Lapham, Worn Portrait Of A LadyThis unusual and highly atmospheric portrait of a lady is undoubtedly one of the most intriguing weve ever had here. It depicts a lady (probably American) with a stare that could cut glass. Shes holding her head up while looking across to our right and wearing a blouse with a decorative collar. Little is known about the artist, Harold Lapham (1877 1919), as other paintings by him are hard to find. He lived a rather short life and spent some time

This majestic building was constructed in 1537 and is owned by the Swedish Royal Family

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A few light abrasions but nothing significant

Modern figures were juxtaposed with ancient symbolism

The painting is signed/dated in the lower right and housed within a gilded frame that’s probably its original

Lyngford was one of several properties owned by John Roy and Lydia also spent time at Gatchell House

It's been painted with a wonderfully expressive touch and you can feel how much she enjoyed capturing this view

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there’s an old label from Godden & Son of Canterbury - an auctioneers and furniture removers

We love his gentle expression

Canvas has been professionally mounted onto another

Medium: Oil on canvas laid on boardOverall size: 16” x 15” / 40cm x 38cmYear of creation: c