Thank you for providing the information from the seller's family. Debora
Agree frame not contemporary to work but I think mat cropping effectively done. Hides the discoloration and brings focus on the young girl which...
Here's one on eBay. Is it yours? U.S.-based seller says late 1880s. https://www.ebay.com/itm/314342579626 Debora
Very attractive as is frame. You have a good eye. I see something like "E. Gordon Carmony" for signature but don't think that's right. Debora
I see a little pelican. Any marks? Debora
Guiseppe is the first name. Debora
Sniped! Debora
Would you be kind enough to post a photograph of the back as well please? Debora
Helpful to see original cushions. Debora
I'd think a modern craft piece. Debora
I read "M. N. Clark." Debora
Charles, would you be kind enough to post photographs of the entire painting including frame from both back and front? Subject, technique and era...
Here's another one on offer on eBay. (Or might be the same one at different price point.) All similars on internet are being identified as from...
The National Institute of Bunad and Folk Costume might be interested in seeing your piece. They should be able to confirm/not....
Agree. It would have been lovely on a woman with the right figure, coloring and accessories. Might even have had a matching evening bag. Debora
I'd wear that ring. Lovely color, lovely visual weight. Debora
I see "Bailey" too. Where in the world was it found? Anything on the back? Debora
Those are beautiful. So simple but... Debora
Wonder if it doesn't commemorate a wedding? That would better explain a date, the initials, the gold cord, the heart shape. And sentimental...
Here. I think this may be the direction....
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