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Attributed to John DOWNMAN (1749–1824)
A pair: 'Lady Weir' and 'Miss Dean'
Pencil, each with touches of colour to the eyes and lips, the second with touches of white heightening
Apparently unsigned

In original matching gilt frames, the back of each with an early inscription in ink identifying the sitter
Each 27 x 21.5cm, oval (sight); 40 x 35cm (frames overall)

Estimate $1,200 - $1,800


Sir Alfred White (1902–1987), Hobart (according to labels to the backs)
Roy's Antiques (Roy Williams), Melbourne, from whom acquired by the vendor, circa 2019

Decorative Arts

AUCTION
Sale: LJ8826
6:00pm - 16 November 2026
Hawthorn

VIEWING
Fri 13 - Sun 15 November, 11am - 5pm
2 Oxley Rd, Hawthorn VIC

CONTACT
Chiara Curcio
decorativearts@leonardjoel.com.au

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