French Napoleon III Artist, Bust of a Noblewoman Playing the Hurdy-Gurdy, 19th Century, Pastel, Framed

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Antique pastel with contemporary frame belonging to the Napoleon III period of the late nineteenth century. The noblewoman of high … Read more Antique pastel with contemporary frame belonging to the Napoleon III period of the late nineteenth century. The noblewoman of high social standing is portrayed in half-length portrait, wearing a soft dress in blue and pink textured fabric, with lace running along the neckline. The woman is portrayed in the foreground while she plays the hurdy-gurdy and has a river landscape behind her. Note the careful rendering of the facial features, the attention to the nuances of the complexion, the sharpness of the contours underlined by the light. Conditions: Good condition. Provenance: 19th century France. Measurements: 70XH100cm. Document: Certificate of Authenticity. See less