Aristocratic Lady, 1700s, Oil on Canvas, Framed

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Portrait of an Aristocratic Lady, oil on canvas, European School, 18th century Oil on canvas depicting a noble lady, dressed … Read more Portrait of an Aristocratic Lady, oil on canvas, European School, 18th century Oil on canvas depicting a noble lady, dressed in a low-cut red dress and blue cloak. The sobriety of the composition is balanced by the meticulous attention to her updo and serene facial expression, typical features of 18th-century court portraiture. The gilt frame, lavishly carved with floral and plant motifs, enhances the work's elegance. This is a decorative painting, representative of the 18th-century taste for female portraits that exalted social distinction and elegance. 62cm x 45cm with frame: 82cm x 65cm good condition This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
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