Samuel Baldwin (fl.1843-1858) The Queen of May Signed and dated 1860, oil on canvas, 53.5cm by 41cm

. In an overall very good state of preservation. Re-lined, cleaned and re-varnished. There is the odd minor and delicate re-touch to the child's face second from far left, the collar area of the seated little girl, the outstretched forearm of the boy on the right hand side and also his left cheek. Generally retains good surface and original brushwork. Isolated fine stable craquelure.

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