Q I inherited two oil paintings by Stuart Sommerville. One has label on the back that says, ”A Muted Bunch.” I think they need cleaning They are both about 29 by 24 inches and have the original gilt frames. I looked at the cost of cleaning a long time ago and found it expensive. Also, the restorer wants them reframed. My mother may have purchased them in London a long time ago. During World War II they were hidden in China and eventually shipped to her. How much are they worth?
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