Lot 309: Norman Hirst and Henry Harding Bingley, A Group of Artworks including 'Portrait of a Young Woman' and 'Perranporth, Cornwall' (Signed)
This group of framed artworks features a monochrome mezzotint portrait of a young woman looking upwards by Norman Hirst (British, 1862-1955), signed in pencil by the artist in the lower right margin. The collection also includes a watercolour on paper by Henry Harding Bingley (British, 1887-1972) depicting a coastal landscape with seagulls and cliffs, identified as Perranporth, Cornwall, with an inscription in the upper right corner of the composition. Additionally, the group contains a smaller watercolour landscape and another monochrome work. The artworks are presented in varied gilt and wood frames, several with card mounts and protective glass. The items are marked with auction lot stickers numbered 308, 309, and 310.
Condition report:
The artworks appear to be in stable condition within their frames. There is observable light toning and minor foxing to the paper supports consistent with age. The frames show some minor wear, scuffing, and losses to the gilt finish. The items have not been examined out of their frames.
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