Some people like their antique paintings to be fully restored and in pristine condition. We understand that and have many paintings in top condition. But...we do also love the effects that time has on a painting...old scuffs and scars are as much a part of its history as the painting itself. This old portrait is exactly that... battered and worn, it carries the patina of a bygone era. The sitter is as much a mystery as how the damage occurred... but we love it exactly as it is and would proudly place her on a mantle piece or shelf just as she is... comes on eBay tonight with no reserve and an opening bid of just 99p. #antiques #restoration #oldpaintings #oldportraits #portraitpainting #vintageart #artforthehome #scruffypainting #bygones #patina #interiors (at Cirencester, Gloucestershire) https://www.instagram.com/p/B4ceIOPnn1-/?igshid=wfoxpyvk06rf
