TERMINOLOGY

Terminology
Pictures, Drawings, Prints, Miniatures etc. –
The first name or names and surname of the artist – In our opinion a work by the artist.
“Attributed to …” – In our opinion probably a work by the artist in whole or in part.
“Circle of …” – In our opinion a work of the period of the artist and showing his/her influence.
“Style of …” / “Follower of …” – In our opinion a work executed in the artist’s style, of a similar period, but not necessarily a pupil.
“Manner of …” – In our opinion a work in the artist’s style, but of a later date.
“School …” Accompanied by place name or country, and date – In our opinion a work executed at that location and period.
“After …” – In our opinion a copy (of any date) of a work by the artist.
“signed and/or dated and/or inscribed” – In our opinion the signature and/or date and/or inscription are by the artist’s hand.
“bears signature and/or date and/or inscription” – In our opinion the signature
and/or date and/or inscription are by another hand.
All dimensions are approximate. Dimensions for pictures and paintings are given height before width.