Dated 1885. Portrait Of An Elegant Young Man

the art of classical portraiture lives on in the late 19th century, with many artists still devoting their talents to this exercise.
The artist of this charming portrait had a consummate art of glazing to render the delicate complexion of charming youth.
The milky complexion, the fine moustache is treated with a precision worthy of a Bonnat.
The clothing is treated with more freedom, the tie pin cleverly suggested, as are the silk lapels of the black suit typical of late 19th century good society.
The artist has dated his work 1885, and signed it clearly, but for the moment his signature, which is undoubtedly French, remains undecipherable.
A beautiful period frame in very good gilded condition perfectly dresses this magnificent portrait, full of charm and gentleness.