Samuel De Wilde, Boy in a Hat, 18th Century, Graphite Drawing

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An original 18th-century graphite drawing, Samuel De Wilde, Boy in a Hat.This characterful study of a boy is by the … Read more An original 18th-century graphite drawing, Samuel De Wilde, Boy in a Hat.This characterful study of a boy is by the portrait painter and etcher Samuel De Wilde (1751–1832). De Wilde is best known for being the leading painter of theatrical portraits between 1770 and 1820. The character in this graphite sketch resembles a drawing by De Wilde of Ben in Congreve's Restoration drama 'Love for Love', engraved by James Bromley (V&A no. S.1298-2012). Whilst this may not be the same character, it certainly has a similar element of theatricality.Provenance: from the Collection of Dr E.M. Brett of Hampstead; William Drummond, Bury Street Gallery, St James's, London.On watermarked laid paper. There is a partial graphite sketch on the verso. This is one of three works by De Wilde that we have for sale, one of which is signed (see JR-639).All artworks come with a Certificate of Authenticity and in some cases an accompanying text or artist biography. Signed: No. Height: 10.4cm (4.1″) Width: 7.4cm (2.9″) Condition: Age toning and marks as shown. Thinning to the paper at the upper edge due to abrasions on the verso. There is a tiny nick at the lower right edge of the paper. There are historic adhesive marks to the verso, from previous mounting. Please see photos for detail. Presented: Unframed. See less