Second Half Of The 18th Century Oval Portrait Of A Young Woman

Elegant and unique oval portrait, oil on canvas, in a carved and gilded wooden frame not contemporary with the painting. The painting depicts a young woman of Neapolitan aristocracy, holding a bouquet of flowers. The striking background against which the figure stands out is characterized by a carmine red drape, lending a sense of refinement to the overall image. At the center is the young woman, positioned in a three-quarter view, wearing period clothing and hair that denotes her class. Her dress features distinctive floral and geometric embroidery with lace, and a precious stone clasp is placed at the center of the dress, while pearl bracelets hang from her arms. The girl's face features a gentle gaze directed toward the viewer. Her hair is characterized by raven curls and is adorned with a pearl clip, as is the necklace around her neck, and luxurious earrings. This is a portrait of great taste and refinement, where one can appreciate the pictorial mastery in its stylistic rendering and detail, capable of lending a touch of elegance and antiquity to any setting. There are some small gaps. Neapolitan manufacture from the Bourbon period, around the second half of the 18th century.

Dimensions: H x W x D overall 131 x 97 x 7 cm; H x W of the work alone 115 x 84 cm