Dutch School

Fine Late 18th Century Dutch School Oval Portrait of a Gentleman

An exquisite late 18th-century Dutch School oil on canvas portrait depicting a distinguished gentleman, head and shoulders, turned slightly to three-quarters. He is finely dressed in a navy jacket adorned with detailed gold thread embroidery along the lapels and collar, a crisp white lace cravat, and styled with a classic period short powdered wig with side rolls.

Housed in its original period-style ornate gilt oval frame crowned with an intricate ribbon bow crest design.

Key Features & Details:

• Subject: Head and shoulders portrait of a nobleman or gentleman in period attire.

• Markings: Indistinct ink inscription to the upper part of the reverse stretcher.

• Frame: Matching decorative gilt frame featuring pattern moulding and a prominent ribbon cresting.

Dimensions:

• Canvas Size: 47 x 63 cm (18.5" x 24.8")

• Overall Frame Size: 85 x 62 cm (33.5" x 24.4")

Condition:

• Canvas/Painting: Displays fine, age-appropriate craquelure across the paint surface. Intact on its original oval stretcher with natural age patina on the reverse.

• Frame: Shows minor historic surface wear, subtle cracking, and light gilding wear consistent with age, remaining structurally sound and ready to display.

Please review all photos carefully for a full visual representation of condition. Packed securely for tracked global shipping.