Description
We are selling this intriguing portrait of a Gentleman. This portrait is done with pyrography and features a well dressed Gentleman, who almost has the appearances of a well off Native American. The portrait is signed RH and inscribed on the back "This Sketch was burnt with a Poker, Boston 1856 B H Sculpt." B H is for Robert Ball Hughes famed 19th century pyrographer and British-American Sculptor.
Condition: Good antique condition.
Dimensions:
Height 11 1/8 Inches 28.2 cm
Width 8 5/8 Inches 21.8 cm
Depth 1 Inches 2.6 cm
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Good antique condition. Some general age related wear.
Origin:
United States
Materials & Techniques:
Wood
Details:
Art Subjects: Portrait
Country of Origin: United States
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Frame Type: Unframed
Condition: Good antique condition.
Dimensions:
Height 11 1/8 Inches 28.2 cm
Width 8 5/8 Inches 21.8 cm
Depth 1 Inches 2.6 cm
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Good antique condition. Some general age related wear.
Origin:
United States
Materials & Techniques:
Wood
Details:
Art Subjects: Portrait
Country of Origin: United States
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Frame Type: Unframed
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Good antique condition. Some general age related wear.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
11.12 x 8.62 x 1 in
19th Century American Pyrography Portrait of a Gentleman by Robert Ball Hughes
Estimate $240-$640
Starting Bid
$120
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