Pair of Pastel Portraits by Emily Eyres (British, 1850-1910)

Pair of Early 20th Century Pastel Portraits by Emily Eyres (British, active c.1890–1914) United Kingdom, 1914 Pastel on paper | Giltwood frames Framed size (each): 69 x 79 cm (27 x 31 in) A sensitively rendered pair of pastel portraits by British artist Emily Eyres, both signed and dated 1914. Executed in soft tones with a refined eye for expression, the works portray two children with delicacy and warmth. The artist’s handling of form and focus on character — particularly in the eyes — is typical of her accomplished pastel style. Emily Eyres exhibited at the Royal Academy in London between 1899 and 1904, showing works such as A Bachelor and Shadows. Based in Walton-on-Thames, she was active in Edwardian artistic circles alongside her husband, landscape painter John W. Eyres. The portraits are presented in their original giltwood frames, which retain an attractive later gold leaf surface sympathetic to the period. Condition: Very good condition overall. Strong colour with minor age-related marks to the backing and light surface wear under the glass. Frames are structurally sound and ready to hang.