Antique British Oil Painting Portrait Of Child By Montague Walter Jackson

Portrait of a young child by British painter Montague Walter Jackson, in oil on canvas, circa 1926.
The portrait is an exquisite example of the painter's exceptional skills. The child is depicted with a well-proportioned body, featuring a hand perfectly positioned to convey a sense of naturalness and ease. The face is superbly portrayed, with a contemplative gaze and beautiful eyes that draw you in. The facial features are finely painted, including the delicately curved lips that add a sense of calmness to the overall expression.

The hair is softly curled, adding a touch of elegance to the child's appearance. The texture of the dress fabrics is expertly captured, with superbly detailed highlights that add dimensionality and depth to the painting. The colors used are carefully chosen, with soft and dark shades that complement each other and bring out the best in the subject.

Overall, the painting showcases an artist who had a deep understanding of his subject and was able to convey the heart and soul of the child through his work. Every detail is carefully crafted and beautifully executed, resulting in a breathtaking portrait.

The back of the painting is inscribed by hand with the following information: "M.W. Jackson, 9 Granville Road, Child's Hill, London NW2, Clug 1926".
This portrait of a child was likely commissioned by their parent in 1926 when the artist, M.W. Jackson, was not as famous as he would later become. As a result, the artist's name was not included in the portrait. Jackson's artwork is seldom seen on the art market. However, in 1991, a portrait painted by Montague Walter Jackson was sold for $1,288 by Woolley and Wallis, one of the most prominent art and antiques auction houses in Salisbury, UK, 32 years ago.

CONDITION: The painting is in excellent condition with no holes, repairs, or restorations. It is stretched on its original strainer bars and housed in an antique wooden frame with gilt gesso scrolling foliate ornaments that are slightly worn.

DIMENSIONS:
Dimensions of the frame:
Height: 47 cm (18.5 inches).
Width: 41.5 cm (16.34 inches).
Dimensions of the painting:
Height: 30 cm (11.81 inches).
Width: 24.5 cm (9.65 inches).