attributed to CHARLES JERVAS (British 1675-1739) A PAINTING, "Portrait of a Young Lady with Silver Belt in Blue Silk," CIRCA 1730, oil on canvas, the adolescent with short curled hair looks out, painted in 3/4 length with blue eyes, holding white flowers of Bethlehem, her unadorned raw blue silk overcoat and linen undercoat are clasped by faceted sterling silver hexagonal dress clips, at her waist a silver-gilt couched belt with tied end; a burning orange atmospheric landscape shades the background. 28 3/4" x 23"

Lined canvas, inpainting, but overall in good to very good condition, wear commensurate with age. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS." NO REFUNDS will be issued based on condition.