Carlton Alfred Smith (1853-1946) - Self Portrait. Boxes

Carlton Alfred Smith (1853-1946) - Self Portrait. BoxesA compelling self portrait by Carlton Alfred Smith (1853 1946). The work is signed 'Carlton A. Smith' verso, along with the words 'Self Portrait' to the top left verso. Oil on canvas. The work is extremely well executed with the sitter gazing out of the canvas as if looking at himself in a mirror. The artist has painted the work in such a way that the eyes of the portrait follow the viewer across a room. The face shows meticulous attention to detail

the son of a Mason

A lovely object

The colour palette and verve of the sky make an atmospheric work

Height: 20

The pen rest can be removed to reveal a small secret compartment beneath

intricate gilt stamped decoration

This William Whiteley piece is a rare survivor and has retained its original material to the top

Fold-out map to the front remains in an excellent condition

Length: 98cm

His success brought him royal connections and he was given a Grace and Favour apartment at Windsor by Queen Victoria

An attractive and substantial 18th century and later geometric oak chest of drawers

The underside of the box boasts an engraved leaf design