Charles Edward Perugini (Italian, 1839-1918)

I know a maiden fair to see, take care

Details

Charles Edward Perugini (Italian, 1839-1918)
Perugini, C. E.
I know a maiden fair to see, take care
oil on paper laid down on canvas
22 x 22 in. (55.9 x 55.9 cm.)

Provenance

Sir John Everett Millais (acquired from the artist).

Exhibited

London, The Royal Academy, 1868, no. 330.

Lot Essay

inscribed on a label on the reverse: 'Many thanks for the/cheque for 80 pounds - I shall/request Mr. Perugini.../the question of my studio where/it can remain until you/can conveniently send for/it. We have to thank/you for the opera.../Very truly yours/Everett Millais

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