19th-Century French School Portrait Of A Lady

19th-Century French School Portrait Of A LadyA worn late 19th century French school portrait of a lady wearing a black dress and red brooch. Her figure is almost silhouetted against the dark background. This is one of those instances whereby the rigours of time have given a painting a new sense of mystery and drama. Medium: Oil on canvasOverall size: 18 x 22 46cm x 56cmYear of creation: c. 1870Provenance: FranceCondition: Craquelure. Scratches. One repair in the bottom left.

1910Provenance: FranceCondition: Very presentable

the Virgin Mary appeared to a young girl

100 at Christie's

Medium: Oil on canvasOverall size: 23½” x 29” / 60cm x 74cmYear of creation: 1894Provenance: FranceCondition: Very presentable following a light restoration

is known for his restful landscapes - particularly of views in the Svendborg area

1860Provenance: DenmarkCondition: Areas of light craquelure and a few very minor losses

The canvas is formed of thick woven linen as is typical for the 18th century

there’s an undulant area in the middle due to the previous tear

With all the facts considered

portraits and still lifes

Provenance Private collection

him will my Father honour