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Charles Hunt (British, 1829-1900) Driving a Bargain signed lower left "C Hunt '98" oil on canvas 49 x 74cm (19 x 29in)
Provenance: Richard Green, 44 Dover Street, London, W1. Other Notes: Charles Hunt was a painter of contemporary genre, often humorous, as well as historical subjects; but he is usually associated with charming interior scenes with mischievous little children. Very occasionally he turned his hand to important pieces, which are ingeniously composed, highly finished and especially natural. His name is synonymous with the highest excellence in animal and figure paintings. Hunt exhibited at the Royal Academy between 1862 and 1873. He also exhibited at the British Institution and Suffolk Street. Titles at the Royal Academy include “Vocal and Instrumental”, “The Banquet Scene”, “Macbeth” and “Make Way for the Grand Jury”.
Oil on canvas, lined. The picture is in plane and the paint layer is stable. There are a few localised areas of retouching which are well matched to the original. The varnish is even and semi-matte. The frame is in a good condition.

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