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17th Century Oval Portrait Oil Painting Boy with Dog Circle Mary Beale (1 of 50)
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD
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Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD are worldwide reputable family business Fine Art Brokers & gallery dealers, antiques & collectibles business based in Cheshire, by Chester. Certified member of the Fine Art Trade Guild. “Open Online Exclusively· Virtual Viewings by Appointment”. We sell to the public & trade, art agents, galleries, tv, film theatre, studios, prop shops, interior designers & celebrities. Our ethos is simplistic sourcing historical exceptional quality authentic stock around Europe that represents superb value for money, with strong investment prospects. We offer our clients exceptional professional customer service. Registered Office Address Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD 71-75 Shelton Street, Covent Garden, London, United Kingdom, WC2H 9JQ Company Number 15666518. GB VAT registration number 466128775. We can accept online card payments up to a maximum of £5000 any amounts over this must be paid by bank wire transfer only. In person card payments are not accepted due to insurance requirements & payment providers charging us and not returning the processing transaction fee even if an order is fraudulent, cancelled or returned. We can email you a proforma invoice with our bank details upon request. We specialise in sourcing and offering for sale British & European paintings works of art 17th to 20th century from the United Kingdom & Europe, especially portraits, marine ships, animals, hunting, still life & landscapes. We strongly believe in sustainability, antique furniture is Green & environmentally friendly confirmed by Carbon Clear, we are playing our part helping the environment by making customers aware that buying loved used Upcycled furnishings helps the world. No trees are being cut down to make antique furniture unlike the modern equivalent. Antique furniture is unique & stylish, the designs never go out of fashion and offer unique look to your home interior. The simple elegance in furniture design will not only fit into traditional homes but can also look amazing in contemporary setting. We offer our clients exceptional professional friendly customer service. We offer worldwide shipping please ask for a quote today. Book online virtual viewing appointment. Online sellers specialising in selling artworks, sculptures, oil paintings, portraits, maritime marine, landscapes, still life, home interiors, beautiful antiques, vintage & original furniture 18th to 20th century. Bronzes & sculptures, office desks & seating furniture, chairs, sofas, & footstools. Coffee, side occasional & centre tables, chests & trunks. Stylish bookcases, display stands. Sideboards, dressers & cabinets. Hallmarked silverware, clocks & carvings. Collectible Chinese porcelain, vases, ornaments, glassware & ceramics. Attractive large fancy mirrors, appealing enamel signs, plaques & wall hangings. Garden stone ornaments & Architectural water features. Purchasing methods we accept bank wire transfer, cash on collection accepted. We offer UK domestic & worldwide shipping is available please ask for a quote today. We take exceptional care in your goods being securely wrapped & packed and are insured with tracked courier delivery services, with prompt delivery to you. Customs Payment & Brexit Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD operates on a Delivery Duty Unpaid (DDU) basis which means that the International buyer is responsible for any import duties, taxes & customs clearance and any other charges which may be necessary to release an order from international customs. Following the UK leaving the EU on 1st January 2021 (BREXIT) there have been some changes to customs & duty charges for EU customers. Tax and import duty varies from country to country so we recommend you check with your local tax office to see if any fees will be payable. If the customer refuses to pay any duty and customs charges and the parcel is returned to sender all shipping charges will be deducted from any refund.
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17th Century Oval Portrait Oil Painting Boy with Dog Circle Mary Beale

REF: LA542338
£14,000
€15,996
$18,501
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LoveAntiques Dealersince Mar 2017Approved item513 sales by dealerFree Delivery
Description
An Endearing Bond — Restoration Portrait of a Boy with His King Charles Spaniel Puppy, c.1680 🐶 Circle of Mary Beale (1633–1699) 📜 Subject & Medium A late 17th-century oil on canvas depicting a young boy tenderly cradling his King Charles spaniel puppy—a breed treasured by the English aristocracy for its grace, gentle nature, and association with the courts of Charles I and Charles II. Painted during the Restoration era, this portrait captures a rare moment of domestic intimacy, evoking innocence, loyalty, and the warmth of companionship. 🎨 Composition & Technique The sitter is posed gracefully in three-quarter view, head gently tilted, eyes serene yet protective. His right arm encircles the spaniel in a gesture of quiet guardianship, the puppy nestled trustingly against him. He wears a fine silk or satin tunic—possibly silver-grey or soft chestnut—trimmed with delicate lace at the collar and cuffs. The artist’s brushwork alternates between smooth, luminous modelling in the boy’s skin and expressive, textured strokes in the drapery and the dog’s coat. Warm, earthy ochres and umbers in the background enhance the flesh tones, while the dog’s soft browns and creams shimmer in the light. ✒️ Inscription Verso inscribed “Bl”, suggesting a link to the circle of Mary Beale. 👩‍🎨 About the Artist – Circle of Mary Beale Mary Beale was one of the most respected portraitists in 17th-century England and among the very few women to sustain a professional painting career at the time. Known for her warm, lifelike portrayals and refined colouring, she painted members of the gentry and her fellow artists in London’s vibrant art world. This portrait bears the hallmarks of her style—refined figure modelling, luminous palette, and emotional authenticity—indicating the hand of an artist closely trained in or influenced by her studio. 📏 Framed Dimensions 86cm high × 74cm wide × 4.5cm deep 📜 Provenance Private collection Purchased Christie’s South Kensington, September 2004 Later sold through a notable northern Shire auction Exhibited at a middle Shire Museum Curated by Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD 💖 Why You’ll Love It ✅ Beautiful example of Restoration portraiture ✅ Emotional, tender bond between child and pet ✅ Attributed to the circle of one of England’s most important female artists ✅ Original oval gilt frame with period patina ✅ Strong provenance with Christie’s and museum exhibition history ✅ Ready to hang and enjoy
measurements
Height:
86 cm
Width:
74 cm
Depth:
4.5 cm
declaration
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD has clarified that the 17th Century Oval Portrait Oil Painting Boy with Dog Circle Mary Beale (LA542338) is genuinely of the period declared with the date/period of manufacture being c.1680
condition
🔍 Condition Report Canvas displays age-appropriate craquelure and surface wear; stretcher lines visible. No major losses or overpainting noted. Frame retains its original oval form with later overpainting, showing scuffs and minor losses but remaining structurally sound. Fitted with hanging thread for immediate display.
additional info
Date of Manufacture:
c.1680
location
This 17th Century Oval Portrait Oil Painting Boy with Dog Circle Mary Beale is located in Greater London, United Kingdom
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