Bidspirit auction | Valentine Cameron Prinsep (1838-1904)- The

Valentine Cameron Prinsep (1838-1904)- The May Queen - Oil on canvas, dimensions: 130 x 95 cm (framed) Large 19th century English Pre-Raphaelite portrait of a young woman as the May Queen, by Valentine Cameron Prinsep. Of excellent quality and state of preservation, this is a magnificent example of the celebrated painter's work, depicting a young woman standing in a three-quarters position in a sunny field, with an almost solemn expression. Signed and dated, presented in its original gilt frame. Provenance: Private collection, United Kingdom