Portrait Of A Mixed-race Gentleman, 18th Century French School - Christie's Stencil On The Reverse
Portrait of a Mixed-Race Gentleman, 18th century
French School—Christie’s stencil on the reverse
Large 18th-century French portrait depicting a mixed-race gentleman, oil on canvas. Excellent quality and condition, circa 1770. Portrait of a young mixed-race man wearing a powdered wig, a blue jacket with gold lapels, and a cravat. This portrait is a rare depiction of people of African descent within the European nobility. It may depict the Chevalier de Saint-Georges, a French composer and soldier. Christie’s stencil on the reverse. Presented in a simple gilded frame. Professional cleaning would enhance its appearance.
Dimensions: 89 x 76 cm
French School—Christie’s stencil on the reverse
Large 18th-century French portrait depicting a mixed-race gentleman, oil on canvas. Excellent quality and condition, circa 1770. Portrait of a young mixed-race man wearing a powdered wig, a blue jacket with gold lapels, and a cravat. This portrait is a rare depiction of people of African descent within the European nobility. It may depict the Chevalier de Saint-Georges, a French composer and soldier. Christie’s stencil on the reverse. Presented in a simple gilded frame. Professional cleaning would enhance its appearance.
Dimensions: 89 x 76 cm
7 800 €
Period: 18th century
Style: Consulat, Empire
Condition: Good condition
Material: Oil painting
Length: 89cm
Width: 76cm
Reference (ID): 1789532
Availability: In stock
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