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Unknown1817 Oval Portrait of Gentleman Oil on Canvas Original Empire Gilt Bronze Framee.g. 1817
e.g. 1817
$1,550
£1,185.11
€1,356.55
CA$2,185.69
A$2,379.37
CHF 1,270.16
MX$28,724.40
NOK 15,970.74
SEK 14,843.75
DKK 10,131.50
About the Item
This accomplished portrait captures a distinguished young gentleman at the twilight of the Napoleonic era. His penetrating gaze and confident bearing betray not only his aristocratic heritage: as with many noblemen, he most certainly took part in the military engagements that blazed across Europe during this period, leaving an indelible imprint upon his resolute features. Impeccably attired in a distinguished dark frock coat with a pristine white cravat, he embodies refined elegance. This oval portrait, by an unidentified hand, exemplifies the virtuoso craftsmanship treasured by European nobility of the period. Housed in its magnificent original Empire frame with expertly hand-chased gilt bronze mounts, the work gains added distinction. From the private collection of a Swedish baronet, this exceptional portrait offers not only artistic merit but also profound cultural-historical significance as a witness to one of the most pivotal periods in European history, certain to grace any discerning collection as its centerpiece.
DETAILS:
Artist: Unidentified artist, signed verso “J. Franck, 1817” and “geb. 1779 gest. 1852”
Medium: Oil painting on canvas.
Image dimensions (approx.): 38 x 32.3 cm (15 × 12.7 inches)
Condition: Overall in good condition with age-related wear; minor paint losses visible, old yellowed varnish with partial crazing is suitable for professional cleaning and conservation to restore optimal appearance.
Framed dimensions (approx.): 65 x 55 cm (25.6 × 21.7 inches)
Frame: Empire period frame in very good overall condition with minor age-related wear, slight mahogany veneer crazing, finely gilt bronze mounts exhibiting exceptional jewelry-quality workmanship with detailed casting and chiseling.
Provenance: Private collection of a European baronet's family.
Shipping: Approx. weight 3 kg; packed approx. weight 4 kg. Secure, insured worldwide shipping available.
Notes: Please refer to the high-resolution photographs that form part of the condition report. Colors and tonal values may vary when viewed in person, depending on viewing conditions and ambient lighting.
- Creation Year:e.g. 1817
- Dimensions:Height: 25.6 in (65.03 cm)Width: 21.7 in (55.12 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
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- Condition:Overall in good condition with age-related wear; minor paint losses visible, old yellowed varnish with partial crazing is suitable for professional cleaning and conservation to restore optimal appearance.
- Gallery Location:Stockholm, SE
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU2257217120362
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