Portrait Of A Young Lady - Rare 18th Century Pastel Under Glass (after Gainsborough)

Description:

A superb and delicate pastel portrait of a young lady, based on the iconic work by Thomas Gainsborough, Mrs. Richard Brinsley Sheridan. This piece stands out for its masterful execution and the exceptional freshness of its original pigments.

​Technical Details:

• ​Technique: Dry pastel on paper, preserved under its original glass. The pastel technique provides a unique soft grain and luminosity to the skin tones and fabrics.
• ​Subject: A tribute to 18th-century British elegance, featuring remarkable work on the ruffled fichu and the airy, powdered
• hairstyle.
• ​Framing: Housed in a period-style Louis XVI gilded wood frame, decorated with a bead-and-reel pattern and a classic cove molding. The gilding features an authentic antique patina.
• ​Condition: The pastel is in perfect state of preservation. The frame is structurally sound with minor age-related wear that enhances its historical charm.