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Framed 19th Century Oil - Portrait of a Scholar

19th Century

$850
£645.79
€742.15
CA$1,193.93
A$1,299.56
CHF 688.59
MX$15,629.20
NOK 8,755.26
SEK 8,023.23
DKK 5,543.80

About the Item

A formal portrait of a smartly dressed gentleman, leaning casually against a desk. He holds a book in his hand as a symbol of his intelligence, and returns the viewer's gaze with calm assurance. Well presented in a vintage gilt-effect frame. Unsigned. On canvas on stretchers. Image size: 37 x 31cm.
  • Creation Year:
    19th Century
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 19.3 in (49 cm)Width: 16.93 in (43 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    The condition is typical for a picture of this age, including some discolouration, surface dirt, and craquelure. The artwork has undergone some previous restoration, including a canvas tear repair and overpainting. Marks and scuffs to the frame.
  • Gallery Location:
    Corsham, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: st9091stDibs: LU881317245852

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