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Y Edwin Dalton Smith (1800-1883) Portrait miniatures of an army officer and his wifewatercolour on
Y Edwin Dalton Smith (1800-1883)
Portrait miniatures of an army officer and his wife
watercolour on ivory
both half length, he wearing a black uniform with crown motif belt buckle, she wearing a black dress, seated in an armchair, she inscribed verso 'Painted by E.D.Smith, Stewarts Green, Chelsea Common'
14.5 x 11.5cm. & 12 x 9.5cm. CITES Submission reference S92MNZHH
Edwin Dalton Smith (1800-1883)
Known for portrait miniatures and botanical studies, he was the son of painter Anker Smith (1759-1819) and lived in Chelsea, London. He exhibited much of his work from 1816-47. He exhibited at least 66 works at the Royal Academy and an additional 13 at the Suffolk Street Galleries.
He worked for a time with Robert Sweet's Flower Garden. He published his work in several publications, including Geraniaceae and Flora Australisca. He also worked for Maund's Botanic Garden. Smith was for many years attached to the Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew--one of the world's premier institutions for botanical studies.
CITES is a multilateral treaty to protect endangered plants and animals. CITES is a multilateral treaty to protect endangered plants and animals.
Y Edwin Dalton Smith (1800-1883)
Portrait miniatures of an army officer and his wife
watercolour on ivory
both half length, he wearing a black uniform with crown motif belt buckle, she wearing a black dress, seated in an armchair, she inscribed verso 'Painted by E.D.Smith, Stewarts Green, Chelsea Common'
14.5 x 11.5cm. & 12 x 9.5cm. CITES Submission reference S92MNZHH
Edwin Dalton Smith (1800-1883)
Known for portrait miniatures and botanical studies, he was the son of painter Anker Smith (1759-1819) and lived in Chelsea, London. He exhibited much of his work from 1816-47. He exhibited at least 66 works at the Royal Academy and an additional 13 at the Suffolk Street Galleries.
He worked for a time with Robert Sweet's Flower Garden. He published his work in several publications, including Geraniaceae and Flora Australisca. He also worked for Maund's Botanic Garden. Smith was for many years attached to the Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew--one of the world's premier institutions for botanical studies.
CITES is a multilateral treaty to protect endangered plants and animals. CITES is a multilateral treaty to protect endangered plants and animals.
Gorringes - Miniatures & Silhouettes Online Only Sale - ending 16th June 17:00GMT
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INFORMATION FOR BUYERS
CONDITION REPORTS
Rarely are things at auction in perfect condition so do satisfy yourself as to the condition of each lot. Condition reports are provided in each online description along with additional information and further photographs. Please email if you
require further information about a lot.
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PACKING, DELIVERY & SHIPPING
Shipping can prove expensive so please ask us for a shipping quote before bidding. We aim to provide in-house packing where practical but high value and delicate items may well require a specialist. Overseas shipping is best provided by a
shipper in order to access appropriate insurance cover. We can recommend local carriers, UK domestic carriers and International shipping specialists. Please note that the export of ivory is highjly regulated. If you are bidding from
abroad please ensure that you are aware of any restrictions related to export.
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