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George Thomas Paice (British, 1854-1925) "Chloe, Sippy and Tricky"; and "My Lady on Sippy" both signed "G Paice '02" oil on canvas (a pair) 36 x 46cm (14 x 18in)

"Chloe, Sippy and Tricky" - Oil on canvas which has been lined. The paint layers have suffered from flaking in the past and although consolidated there are numerous small losses. There is extensive retouching mainly located in the background and an old damage to the left hand side has been filled and retouched. The retouchings are slightly darkened but acceptable. The painting has a thin varnish layer which is clear and even. There is some minor losses to the frame and the gilded sight edge is worn. "My lady on Sippy" - Oil on canvas which has been lined. The canvas has slight undulations across the surface although the tension is good. There is wear and abrasion in the thinner paint passages with localised passages of retouching. The varnish has been thinly applied and is semi-matte and even. There are some slight scuffs to the frame.

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