Dans le goût de Louis-Léopold Boilly (1761–1845) - Pair...

French School, early 19th century Pair of portraits of a gentleman and a lady Oil on canvas, circa 1810-1820 portraitcabinet French School, early 19th century Pair of portraits of a gentleman and a lady Oil on canvas, circa 1810-1820 size with the frame: cm 45x38 An elegant pair of French portraits dating from the Empire period, depicting a gentleman and a lady, most probably husband and wife. The sitters are represented in the refined fashion of the early 19th century: the gentleman in a dark coat and high white cravat, the lady wearing a dark Empire-style dress adorned with lace and jewellery. Both paintings retain their period giltwood frames, richly decorated with classical ornament, giving the pair a particularly harmonious and decorative presence. Oil on canvas Approx. 29 × 23 cm each (paintings) Original/period giltwood frames France, early 19th century Condition consistent with age; visible wear and losses to the frames.

Estimate:£1,187.54

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