Alfred Morris (British, ac. 1853-1873) Flock and Sheepdog

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Alfred Morris (British, ac. 1853-1873)

Flock and Sheepdog
Signed and dated indistinctly "AMorris..." l.l.
Oil on canvas, 33 3/4 x 44 in. (86.0 x 101.8 cm),framed.
Condition: Lined, retouch, craquelure, surface grime.
Estimate $3,500-5,500

Retouch as follows: about 6 - 8 spots to the sky at the upper left edge near the frame in an area measuring 3 x 14 inches overall; a spot in the low cloud on the center left side measuring 2 inches in diameter; an area to u.r. corner near the frame above the dog consisting of more broadly brushed retouch; scattered dots int he sky; a tiny bit of retouch to strengthen the horn on the ram with his head on the ground at lower center.


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