Etienne Constant Carlin, Large Painting Very Finely Produced In 1861 Canon Priest Louisiana

This beautiful and large oil on canvas, American school of the 19th century, is in very good condition, signed and dated upper left. Sold without frame. Etienne Constant Carlin (1808-1869), French origin, lived for many years in the United States, in Louisiana. He painted many portraits, particularly of his family and friends. Here, a canon medalist of the French Legion of Honor, a distinction that can be seen behind his clothes. We will notice the very fine work on the fabrics, the lace, the face... Note: a few small yellowish traces in places, probably a varnish which has aged badly, it is quite discreet. Dimensions: 92 x 73.5 cm. Fast, careful and very secure shipping.