Description
DETAILS
An antique oil on canvas portrait of a man seated in his artist's studio surrounded by neoclassical artifacts, beside a table with books. He wears a blue bonnet, Highlander style cap.
STYLE
Traditional
PLACE OF ORIGIN
Scotland | United Kingdom
MAKER
Unidentified. Not by Frederic Leighton.
MARKS
Spurious signature: F. Leighton. Note: the last photo shows signature under black light showing signature was altered. Frame labeled: Sir F. Leighton.
PERIOD
Queen Victoria (1837-1901) | 19th century
DATE
Circa 1860-70
DIMENSIONS
Width 28.5 Depth 2.5 Height 33 inches
Sight: Width 19.5 Height 23.5 inches
CONDITION
Note: some craquelure.
Condition:
Alterations: Restored
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Note: some craquelure. Some restoration, in painting and signature added. Note: antique item. Shows appropriate wear consistent with age and use. Please review photos. We are happy to answer any questions and to provide a detailed condition report upon request.
Origin:
United Kingdom
Materials & Techniques:
Canvas, Oil Paint
Details:
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
Frame Type: Framed
Art Subjects: Figure
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
An antique oil on canvas portrait of a man seated in his artist's studio surrounded by neoclassical artifacts, beside a table with books. He wears a blue bonnet, Highlander style cap.
STYLE
Traditional
PLACE OF ORIGIN
Scotland | United Kingdom
MAKER
Unidentified. Not by Frederic Leighton.
MARKS
Spurious signature: F. Leighton. Note: the last photo shows signature under black light showing signature was altered. Frame labeled: Sir F. Leighton.
PERIOD
Queen Victoria (1837-1901) | 19th century
DATE
Circa 1860-70
DIMENSIONS
Width 28.5 Depth 2.5 Height 33 inches
Sight: Width 19.5 Height 23.5 inches
CONDITION
Note: some craquelure.
Condition:
Alterations: Restored
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Note: some craquelure. Some restoration, in painting and signature added. Note: antique item. Shows appropriate wear consistent with age and use. Please review photos. We are happy to answer any questions and to provide a detailed condition report upon request.
Origin:
United Kingdom
Materials & Techniques:
Canvas, Oil Paint
Details:
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
Frame Type: Framed
Art Subjects: Figure
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Condition
Restored; Some Imperfections; Note: some craquelure. Some restoration, in painting and signature added. Note: antique item. Shows appropriate wear consistent with age and use. Please review photos. We are happy to answer any questions and to provide a detailed condition report upon request.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
33 x 28.5 x 2.5 in
Scottish School Oil on Canvas Painting, Portrait of a Man
Estimate $2,000-$2,930
Starting Price
$1,000
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The Fine Art Collector's Edit
Aug 26, 2026, 4:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
$1,600
$2,400
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