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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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May 8, 2024
(British, born 1875)
Wendover Hills, England, signed and/or inscribed verso "Rudolph Onslow-Ford" and titled, also inscribed "To Edyth Spruce [?] /remembering happy days with her and Robbie/1930", also "returned to her (Gladys Wollerton)/by Robbie/1967", oil on panel, 12-5/8 x 16 in.; wood and composition frame, 13-7/8 x 17-1/4 x 1 in.
Provenance: Gift to Gladys Victoria Woollerton (1887-1979), the artist's sister-in-law; Gift to Edyth and Robbie Spruce; Given back to Gladys Woollerton; Gift to Elisabeth Onslow-Ford, 1970 (note attached verso); By descent in family
Note: Rudolph Onslow-Ford was the uncle of artist Gordon Onslow-Ford and was his first art teacher. He was the son of Edward Onslow Ford, a well-known sculptor.
heavy surface dirt; frame with minimal wear
Gift to Gladys Victoria Woollerton (1887-1979), the artist's sister-in-law; Gift to Edyth and Robbie Spruce; Given back to Gladys Woollerton; Gift to Elisabeth Onslow-Ford, 1970 (note attached verso); By descent in family
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