Historic Oil Painting Mrs Sarah Siddons Née Kemble After Thomas Gainsborough (1 of 44)
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Historic Oil Painting Mrs Sarah Siddons Née Kemble After Thomas Gainsborough

REF: LA536057
£12,500
€14,493
$17,054
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Description
🎭 19th-Century Oil Portrait of Welsh Tragedienne Sarah Siddons After Gainsborough Attributed to the English School | Circa 1840 | Oil on Mill'd board 🖼️ The Subject A fine 19th-century oil portrait of Sarah Siddons (née Kemble, 1755–1831), the iconic tragedienne of the Georgian stage. Painted circa 1840, this work pays homage to Thomas Gainsborough’s celebrated 1785 portrait, offering a masterful English School interpretation that combines Georgian elegance with early Victorian sensibilities. 🎨 Composition & Style Presented seated and turned slightly to the left, Siddons exudes refined dignity against a moody, reddish-brown backdrop. She wears a vivid blue-striped gown beneath a yellow mantle, crowned with a distinctive black beaver hat adorned with ostrich plumes. A fox-fur muff rests in her lap, adding tactile richness to the composition. The artist employs a restrained yet regal palette of deep cerulean, muted ochres, and warm crimson shadows. Confident brushwork in the drapery contrasts beautifully with the subtle blending of Siddons’ luminous skin, capturing the essence of Grand Manner portraiture—prioritising poise, atmosphere, and presence over photographic realism. 👑 About Sarah Siddons A towering figure in 18th-century British theatre, Sarah Siddons rose to fame for her powerful interpretations of tragic heroines—most notably Lady Macbeth. Her presence captivated audiences from London to the royal courts, and her legacy as a symbol of virtue, intellect, and dramatic excellence endures. This portrait, depicting Siddons as herself rather than in costume, reflects the grace and intellect that defined her off-stage persona. 🖌️ Attribution & Technique Unsigned but confidently attributed to the English School, this painting reflects a sophisticated 19th-century reinterpretation of Gainsborough’s original. Rather than a strict replica, the artist introduces personal flair and 19th-century texture, capturing the sitter with painterly depth and academic finesse. 🖼️ Framing Elegantly presented in a newly fitted Larson-Juhl frame, gold-foiled with sculpted reserve profile. Protected with museum-grade AR70 glass, offering excellent clarity and UV protection—ready for immediate display. Frame Dimensions: 41 cm (H) x 34 cm (W) x 2 cm (D) Professionally framed, ready to hang. 📜 Provenance Formerly part of a Private Collection Labelled by GEO Rowney & Co., Rathbone Place, London Acquired from Northern Shire Antiques & Fine Art Curated by the Cheshire Antiques Consultant Exhibited at Lord Hill Museum, a notable venue for historic British portraiture 💚 Why Collect This Piece? ✔ Historic Elegance – A 19th-century tribute to a Gainsborough masterpiece ✔ Legendary Sitter – Celebrates one of Britain’s most revered actresses ✔ Artistic Merit – Balanced tones, expressive brushwork, and a rich theatrical mood ✔ Gallery-Ready – Beautifully framed and museum-protected ✔ Proven Collection – Exhibited and curated by heritage specialists ✔ Investment-Worthy – A piece with art historical and cultural significance
measurements
Height:
41 cm
Width:
34 cm
Depth:
2 cm
declaration
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD has clarified that the Historic Oil Painting Mrs Sarah Siddons Née Kemble After Thomas Gainsborough (LA536057) is genuinely of the period declared with the date/period of manufacture being 1840
condition
🩻 Condition Report Structurally sound with age-consistent craquelure and light foxing. Minor, well-executed touch-ups along the background edges. The sitter’s features remain clear and beautifully preserved. Surface texture is cohesive and visually rich.
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Date of Manufacture:
1840
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This Historic Oil Painting Mrs Sarah Siddons Née Kemble After Thomas Gainsborough is located in Greater London, United Kingdom

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