In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors was founded in Devon in 2014. Every piece we sell is carefully selected for its style, quality, originality and condition. We have a large workshop and pride ourselves in the quality of the pieces we sell. We carry out all of our sympathetic restoration 'in house', allowing us to sell quality pieces at affordable prices.
We have a large shop in central Ashburton open Monday - Saturday 10am-5pm, or by appointment.
We also buy antiques and are always keen to buy good quality items.
Top prices paid for :
Georgian & Victorian Furniture
Antique Pine, Period Oak and Country Furniture
Silver and Gold
Antique lighting and mirrors
Scientific instruments & medical antiques
Any other quality antiques
Single items to whole houses considered. Any condition considered, including items in need of restoration. All of Cornwall, Devon and Somerset covered.
Call us to discuss or email us photos for free advice and informal valuations.
In a Nutshell Antiques & Interiors Ltd
'%3e%3cpath fill='%23012169' d='M0 0v30h60V0z'/%3e%3cpath stroke='%23fff' stroke-width='6' d='m0 0 60 30m0-30L0 30'/%3e%3cpath stroke='%23C8102E' stroke-width='4' d='m0 0 60 30m0-30L0 30' clip-path='url(%23b)'/%3e%3cpath stroke='%23fff' stroke-width='10' d='M30 0v30M0 15h60'/%3e%3cpath stroke='%23C8102E' stroke-width='6' d='M30 0v30M0 15h60'/%3e%3c/g%3e%3c/svg%3e){kind=small}
Devon, UK
Address
7 North Street
Ashburton
Devon
United Kingdom
TQ13 7QJ
Portrait of Hugh Colin Smith
REF: LA501273
£1,195
€1,396
$1,503
Secure Payments By
Certified DealerApproved item2192 sales by dealerAvailable for local pick-up
Certified DealerApproved item2192 sales by dealerAvailable for local pick-up
Description
Portrait of Hugh Colin Smith (1836-1910) by Charles Goldsborough Anderson Ra (1865-1936)
An important portrait of Hugh Colin Smith, Governor of the Bank of England from 1897-1899. Son of John Abel Smith, Member of Parliament for Chichester and Midhurst.
Oil on canvas in its original gilt frame. Signed by the artist in the upper left corner. Sourced directly from the family it is the first time this painting has been marketed.
The best description comes from the photos so please look at them all carefully and if you have any questions just ask.
measurements
Height:
113 cm
Width:
92 cm
declaration
In a Nutshell Antiques & Interiors Ltd has clarified that the Portrait of Hugh Colin Smith (LA501273) is genuinely of the period declared with the date/period of manufacture being c.1900
condition
It is in good condition. The painting has been lightly cleaned. There are some surface marks and minor blemishes but it is free from any major damages. There are some small losses around the frame but it displays well. There are some minor historic signs of worm in the frame which has been treated as a precaution.
additional info
Category:
Material:
Origin:
Artisan:
Date of Manufacture:
c.1900
location
This Portrait of Hugh Colin Smith is located in Devon, United Kingdom
A selection of items from In a Nutshell Antiques & Interiors Ltd
In a Nutshell Antiques & Interiors Ltd has 261 items available.In a Nutshell Antiques & Interiors Ltd
Georgian Mahogany Bow Front Chest of Drawers
£ 495
€578
$623
In a Nutshell Antiques & Interiors Ltd
Small Antique Ebonised Pine Chest of Drawers
£ 240
€280
$302
In a Nutshell Antiques & Interiors Ltd
Georgian Mahogany Bachelors Chest of Drawers
£ 595
€695
$748
In a Nutshell Antiques & Interiors Ltd
Victorian Specimen Collectors Chest
£ 295
€345
$371
In a Nutshell Antiques & Interiors Ltd
Antique Oak Refectory Table
£ 795
€929
$1,000
In a Nutshell Antiques & Interiors Ltd
Antique Glazed Noticeboard
£ 225
€263
$283
