Attrib. RICHARDSON, Jonathan I (British 1665-1745) Portrait of a Gentleman Inscribed verso 'Addison by Richardson ... Normanton,' probably referring to Joseph Addison (1672-1719), essayist, politician & poet, co-founder of The Spectator in 1711. Stretcher also bears old label 'The Property of ? F. Thistlethwayte, Esq. 1869.' No signature apparent. Oil on Canvas 89.5x71cm (oval)
PROVENANCE: Luciano Sita collection, Sydney. Estimate $5,000-7,000