PO Box 2135
Asheville, NC 28802
United States
Based in Asheville, North Carolina, Brunk Auctions has been conducting sales of fine and decorative arts for over 30 years. Auctions are held in our North Carolina sale room but attracts a global audience. Founded by Robert Brunk in 1983, the auctions became well known for their integrity and profes...Read more
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Nov 19, 2016 - Nov 20, 2016
(British, 1735-1786) A pair of three-quarter portaits, a Gentleman holding a document inscribed "Survey of 1768", Sitter thought to be Richard Rigby, Paymaster to the Forces in 1768; and a Lady wearing portrait miniatures, both in landscapes with monuments, unsigned, oil on canvas, 50 x 40-5/8 in.; matching 18th century carved and gilt wood frames. Note: It is suggested his waistcoat was worn by officials of the British Paymaster. This is supported by the tower represented in the background. When Rigby came to power he reinvested much into his estate, Mistley Hall. The gatetower of Mistley Hall is believed to be represented here and the date presented on the Survey in the sitter's hand is the year which Rigby attained his position. Provenance: Arthur Ackerman & Son, New York, 1981 as Tilly Kettle (original labels verso and copy of receipt); Private Collection, Wilson, North Carolina
both lined, crackle,retouch throughout; frame with abrasions and losses
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