“portrait Of A Bourgeois Gentleman,” Oil On Canvas, 19th Century

“Portrait of a Bourgeois Gentleman,” oil on canvas, 19th century

Description of the work:

This elegant oil painting on canvas depicts a mature man, likely belonging to the educated bourgeoisie of the 19th century, portrayed in a half-length portrait with his gaze directed toward the viewer. The serene and slightly smiling face is rendered with great attention to detail, giving the figure a sense of dignity and cordiality at the same time.

The subject wears a dark suit with a waistcoat and black bow tie, typical of middle-class men's clothing in the mid-19th century. The neutral, dark background highlights the face and clothing, following the tradition of 19th-century portraits, which aimed to celebrate the person without distracting scenery.

Frame: The work is housed in a gilded frame with rich floral and plant motifs at the corners and edges, contemporary with the painting and perfectly harmonized with the sober and elegant style of the portrait.

Dimensions: Framed H 78 cm x W 68 cm / Canvas H 65 cm x W 54 cm