The large plaque, centre bottom, was added by the NGV after purchasing the painting. As with a number of early acquisitions, the painting and frame have remained together and in remarkable condition. The steep, forward projection of the profile gives the frame a box-like impact. The reeding of the leading edge occurs on frames as diverse as those by John Thallon and Isaac Whitehead, varying from simple to complex in surface treatment and profile.1
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1 The label on this frame is incomplete and the name of the maker remains elusive. The most credible name is Guernier. In 1844 Guernier is recorded as a gilder and decorator in Rue des Cordier, Saint-Malo. Perhaps this family name continues within this field of practice. The frame is an excellent example and has been kept in this publication despite the difficulty in identifying the maker.