NICOLAS DE LARGILLIERE FRENCH 18TH CENTURY ART MALE PORTRAIT OIL PAINTING OVAL

Description: FRENCH OLD MASTER OIL PAINTING NICOLAS DE LARGILLIERE (1656-1746) (circle) OVAL PORTRAIT OF A GENTLEMAN This superb French Old Master oval portrait oil painting is attributed to circle of Nicolas de Largilliere. Painted circa 1700 it is a half length portrait of a gentleman in a red coat and very ornate waistcoat with his black hat tucked under his arm. One hand is on his hip, the other tucked into his waistcoat. He is wearing a white wig and is gazing directly at the artist/viewer and smiling slightly. This is a very striking portrait with a lovely rich red coloured coat and matching lips. The detail in the waistcoat is exquisite. The ornate gilt oval frame finishes the painting off beautifully. This is an excellent example of a French Old Master oil painting and would grace any room. Provenance: Robin Duff OBE, Meldrum House Hotel, Old Meldrum, Aberdeen (acquired by the early 1980s; Robin Duff was the last Laird of Old Meldrum)Thence by descent to the present owner, niece of the above. Condition. Oil on canvas laid on panel, 34 inches by 26 inches and in good condition. Frame. Framed as an oval, 38 inches by 32 inches and in good condition. BIOGRAPHYNicolas de Largillière, (baptized Oct. 10, 1656, Paris, France - died March 20, 1746, Paris), French historical and portrait painter who excelled in painting likenesses of the wealthy middle classes. Most artists of his time took as their standard of excellence the adherence to Classical models and an emphasis on drawing, while some broke away in favour of the style of Rubens and an emphasis on colour. Trained in Antwerp and showing great admiration for the Flemish masters, Largillière came to be looked upon as a pioneer by those 18th-century artists who followed the later, more modern course. Highly honoured in his lifetime, he was made chancellor of the Academy in 1743. ABOUT RICHARD TAYLOR FINE ARTPlenty of quality paintings on Richard Taylor Fine Art - Ebay. Gallery condition paintings available to purchase via Ebay. Have a look at my other items and my excellent feedback. We ship worldwide at cost from the UK and will combine post. Ask if unsure or if you require more photos or information.

Price: 6320 USD

Location: Bewdley

End Time: 2024-10-03T10:51:26.000Z

Shipping Cost: 500 USD