Oil on canvas (lined), monogrammed at lower left "W.S.S.," presented in a later ornate frame with linen liner. SS 23.5 x 19.25 in.; DOA 32.5 x 28.25 in.

Estate Collection of the late John Archibald Shanks, Scotland

William Somerville Shanks studied at the Glasgow School of Art while working full time as a textile designer. Determined to paint full time, he moved to Paris to study at the Academie Julian. He is best known for his still lifes and portraits, exhibiting often.

Some scattered spot touch-ups.

$1,000 - 3,000