Portrait of 'E. Butler', A Gentleman. Dated March 1830. Books - Science Gayer-Anderson was a keen collector

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Portrait of 'E. Butler', A Gentleman. Dated March 1830. Books - Science Gayer-Anderson was a keen collectorA portrait of a dashing gentleman, likely a Mr 'E. Butler' as inscribed verso; dated '3 1830'. The gentleman sitter is wearing a black jacket and white shirt with a stiff high collar typical of the Regency era with a silk cravat, before a background of moody skies, mountains and a lake. A good decorative work. Dimensions Height: 50. 5cm Width: 40. 75cm Delivery UK Mainland: FREE International Delivery: Please contact us for a shipping quote.