Sir John Smith (1744-1807) of Sydling St. Nicholas, Dorset;
by descent to Sir John Smith-Marriott, 7th Bt𒀰. (1875-1942), of Blandford, Dorset 

Sold with a Portrait of the Famed Racehorse 'Sir Tatton Sykes' with his Owner and Groom, after John Frederick Herring Snr., signed and dated: VB 1849, and inscribed: Sir Tatton Sykes, oil on canvas, 58.5 by 79 cm.; 23 by 31 in.

STRUCTURE Both canvases have been lined. PAINT SURFACE Both paintings appear to be in good condition, with no apparent paint loss or damage. ULTRAVIOLET Sartorius: Examination under ultraviolet light reveals minor strengthening to the body of the horse and an opaque and discoloured old varnish overall. Tatton Sykes: Examination under ultraviolet light reveals extensive strengthening in the background and scattered minor retouching. FRAME The Sartorius held in a gilded wooden frame. The second picture held in a modern wooden frame. For information on this lot, or for any questions, please contact Julian Gascoigne on +44 (0)207 293 5482, or at julian.gascoigne@laitexier.com.
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