Mid-19th-Century Portrait of an Affluent Lady, Dated 1859
Mid-19th-Century Portrait of an Affluent Lady, Dated 1859
Mid-19th-Century Portrait of an Affluent Lady, Dated 1859
A striking antique mid-19th-century oil portrait of an elegantly dressed woman, signed and dated 1859 lower right.
The sitter is shown in a formal interior wearing a dark mantle trimmed with pale, ermine-like fur over an intricately detailed lace bodice. At her throat is a gold-framed portrait jewel or miniature, while rings and the richly upholstered carved chair further emphasize the formality and status of the portrait.
Her dark mantle, trimmed with pale ermine-like fur, is a garment worthy of royalty — a quiet statement of the sitter’s wealth and standing.
Her direct gaze, sculptural hairstyle, richly rendered textiles, and restrained palette give the painting a particularly strong presence. The oval composition is set within a gilt frame with raised ornamental corner details, creating a highly decorative presentation while preserving the seriousness of the original portrait.
Oil on canvas
Signed and dated 1859, lower right
Approx. 36 × 30.5 in. framed
Condition: The painting presents beautifully overall, with age-related surface wear and some surface irregularities consistent with age.The frame shows age-related wear, including a crack and loss to the inner right section, as shown in the photos. Please review all photos for condition details.