Antique Portrait, Possibly After Peter Paul Rubens | 19th / Early 20th Century
Antique Portrait, Possibly After Peter Paul Rubens | 19th / Early 20th Century
A wonderfully atmospheric antique portrait, inspired by or depicting Peter Paul Rubens, and closely related to the familiar Old Master image of the artist in his dramatic wide-brimmed black hat.
It has everything I love in an antique portrait - a strong face, dark moody palette, beautiful age, and an especially handsome oval giltwood frame.
For anyone building a portrait collection, this is exactly the kind of piece that adds history, mystery and a recognizable Old Master reference without feeling overly formal.
19th / early 20th century
Antique oil portrait
Oval giltwood frame
Age-related wear throughout, including wear to the gilding and cracking/losses to the reverse backing. Please review all photographs for condition.