An elegant original portrait by Winifred de Vany (1900–1990), the Plymouth-born British artist celebrated for her expressive portraiture and sensitive use of colour.

Painted in oil on canvas and signed to the lower right, this captivating composition portrays a seated lady dressed in rich blue attire with a softly patterned scarf. The sitter’s direct yet thoughtful gaze creates an intimate connection with the viewer, while the artist’s confident brushwork and harmonious palette of muted blues, warm ochres and earthy browns lend the painting a refined atmosphere.

The subtle interior setting and beautifully modelled facial features demonstrate de Vany’s accomplished portrait technique, making this an attractive example of mid-20th-century British figurative painting.

Presented in an elegant gilt frame, the painting is ready to display and would make a striking addition to both traditional and contemporary interiors.

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Condition

The painting is in good vintage condition with age-related wear consistent with its age. There are some light surface marks and minor craquelure visible in places. The frame displays age-related wear, including small scuffs, marks and minor losses, as shown in the photographs.

Please study all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the description.

Dimensions

Overall (including frame):

* 68 × 58 cm

* 26.8 × 22.8 inches

Visible painting:

* 60 × 50 cm

* 23.6 × 19.7 inches