Painter unknown, 18th century
Portrait of Anne Margrethe Smith neé Hammer (1784–1858) in an embroidered golden dress and earrings. Unsigned. Oil on canvas. 75×64 cm.
From 1842 the sitter possessed the house, “Spurveskjul” (Sparrows hideaway), built in 1806–7 by the artist, Nicolai Abildgaard, (1743–1809) for his young wife.
Provenance: In the family by descent until today.
The canvas is relined. Crackles and a few minimal peelings and along the stretcher a mark. Retouches/repairs. In need of cleaning.
Please note: The item is subject to the Anti-Money Laundering Act. In the event of a hammer price of DKK 50,000 or more, including buyer’s premium, the buyer must submit a copy of a valid photo ID and proof of address in order to collect the item.
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