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Charlotte Bronte Oil Painting

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By Scioto47, 4 May, 2014
Description

W.T.H. Howe and Edith Barbara Tranter had extensive collections.  I know that Howe, an avid collector, bought several items in London from the Bronte collection in 1941, just before his death.  His book collection, some note as the third largest in the United States at the time, was purchased and became part of the Berg collection.  Edith, herself, had two auctions by Sotheby's Park-Bernet in January and March of 1952.  

NOTE: Colnaghi label on back

Category
Fine Art
Medium
Oil
Distinguishing marks
Colnaghi label on back. Three words (unknown) before signature Leo or George Richmond
Size and dimensions of this item
Approximatley 12x14
Date Period
1850-1870
Weight
4lbs
History
George Richmond - British Artist did a chalk portrait of Bronte which now hangs in National Portrait Museum.
W.T.H. Howe (President of American Book Company, Cincinnati, OH) and Edith Barbara Tranter (his personal secretary) had extensive book, furniture, and art collections. I know that Howe, an avid collector, bought several items in London from the Bronte collection in 1941, just before his death. His book collection, some note as the third largest in the United States at the time, was purchased and became part of the Berg collection of New York. Edith, herself, had two auctions by Sotheby's Park-Bernet in January and March of 1952 after her death.
Price Paid (If known)
$300
For Sale?
No
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