After Thomas Gainsborough Portrait of Sir Benjamin Truman (1699–1780)

oil on canvas, 238 x 149cm; framed 268 x 180cm, Commissioned as a replacement for the original portrait by Gainsborough of Ben Truman, formerly acquired by Sir Maxwell Joseph, Chairman of Grand Metropolitan (now Diageo), for the Directors’ House at Truman Brewery. The present copy occupied the same position in the boardroom as the original. Subsequently acquired by the late Sir Allen Sheppard, then Chairman of Grand Metropolitan, following the closure of the brewery in 1988. Condition Report, Condition Report, Canvas tension slightly loose to the touch. Minor surface scuffs and scratches. Light surface dirt. There are small scattered dark speckles in areas, including to the sitter's waistcoat, which appear to be small abrasions. Not examined under UV light, for a full report please contact the department. There is some damage to the frame moulding which is quite delicate. Some of the missing pieces are present in a separate bag. Request A Condition Report, Request A Condition Report

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