Nothing will come of nothing

Another picture at auction that didn't make my sap rise, is this portrait supposedly by the English C18th artist George Romney, which I found very uninspiring, and as flat as the supposed Reynolds.

Below is a genuine Romney: Mrs & Mrs William Lindow 1772, at Tate Britain.

Clearly a masterpiece, with its brilliant depiction of the folds of the silk dress, and the enchanting colour combination. That being offered as genuine shows none of these qualities.

Still, a nice frame from the auction piece, but not worthy of a bid.