H. Sneltens Dutch Portrait Gilt Frame Oil Painting

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Description

Date / Period:
19th Century .
Maker / Brand:
Signed by H. Sneltens (1845–?), a Dutch painter known for refined … Read more Date / Period:
19th Century .
Maker / Brand:
Signed by H. Sneltens (1845–?), a Dutch painter known for refined portraits and animal paintings.
Style:
19th Century Dutch / Old Master Style Portraiture. Executed with fine realism and meticulous attention to detail, evoking the tradition of classical European portraiture.
Color Palette:
Rich, naturalistic tones with warm skin shades, deep burgundy and brown fabrics, golden curtain highlights, and luminous gilding on the ornate frame.
Material:
Oil on canvas (original, signed)
Wooden stretcher
Original ornate gilded wood frame with its 19th-century gilt surface intact
Category:
Fine Art – Antique Portrait Painting.

Description:
An exceptional mid-19th-century Dutch portrait oil painting, signed by H. Sneltens. The artist’s name appears in the lower right corner of the canvas, while the reverse bears the inscription “H. Sneltens” with the year 1845, the artist’s year of birth.
The portrait depicts a young woman absorbed in thought, her gaze drifting away from the book she has been reading. Her expression is captured with sensitivity and depth, reflecting Sneltens’ talent for evoking psychological presence.

Details and Quality:
The sitter’s face and hand are finely modeled, demonstrating the painter’s technical mastery.
The luxurious fabric of her dress, the carved wooden chair, and the drapery in the background are painted with breathtaking precision.
The artist’s use of light and shadow enhances depth, giving the sitter a lifelike quality.
This artwork embodies the grace, refinement, and quiet introspection typical of Dutch portraiture of the period. It combines decorative beauty with strong historical and artistic significance.

Condition:
Very good condition, with no visible damages, tears, or overpainting.
Canvas remains stable and colors well-preserved.
Frame is original and retains its 19th-century gilded finish with age-appropriate patina.

Dimensions:
Including frame: approx. 102 cm high x 88 cm wide x 10 cm deep
(40 x 35 x 4 inches)

Provenance:
Signed and inscribed by the artist, with strong authenticity and collectible appeal.

Shipping:
Professional handling and packing
Shipped via insured courier in a custom wooden crate
Tracking information included

✨ This painting would make a centerpiece in a fine art collection, traditional home interior, or gallery setting. Its timeless beauty and refined execution ensure it remains as captivating today as it was in the 19th century. See less