Portrait Of A Young Man, Oil On Canvas, Epoch Late 19th Century
Portrait of a Young Man, oil on canvas, Epoch Late 19th century
Technique: Oil on canvas
Epoch: Late 19th century
Measurements: Framed H 77.5 x W 75 / Canvas H 46 x W 39 cm.
Description:
Fine period portrait immortalizing a young boy dressed in a typical sailor's suit, a symbol of childlike elegance of the nineteenth-century European bourgeoisie. The gently absorbed face emerges from a dark background that enhances the brightness of his complexion and the delicacy of his gaze.
The painter demonstrates great mastery in the rendering of details: from the fabric of the dress to the understated haircut to the child's calm expression. The oval format of the canvas is enhanced by a splendid gilded frame, richly decorated with laurel wreaths and raised floral motifs, reminiscent of the neoclassical style.
Period: 19th century
Style: Other Style
Condition: Excellent condition
Material: Oil painting
Length: 39
Height: 46
Reference (ID): 1590987
Availability: In stock


































