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Emile Charles H. Lecomte-Vernet (1821-1900) - Fine 1860 Oil, A Refined Gentleman

1860

$5,625
£4,295.18
€5,147.40
CA$8,097.62
A$8,349.10
CHF 4,707.44
MX$106,862.89
NOK 54,276.18
SEK 56,769.69
DKK 38,490.02

About the Item

A fine mid-19th century portrait by the accomplished artist Émile Charles H. Lecomte-Vernet (1821-1900), portraying a refined gentleman dressed in a formal coat adorned with a subtle decorative pin. The artist skilfully captures the sitter’s composed demeanour and direct gaze, rendering his features in meticulous detail. This is an exceptional example of Lecomte-Vernet's early work. Signed and dated to the lower right. Handsomely presented in an oval gilt frame. On canvas on stretchers.
  • Creation Year:
    1860
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 29.93 in (76 cm)Width: 25.6 in (65 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    The condition is typical for a painting of this age, with fine craquelure, light abrasions, staining, and small losses to the right eye and badge. UV light shows past restoration. The frame shows stable cracking, scuffs, and losses to the beading.
  • Gallery Location:
    Corsham, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: sr7921stDibs: LU881316756672

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