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Ferdinand Victor Leon Roybet 1840 - 1920. French. Le Mousquetaire. The Musketeer. Framed Circa 1880 Portrait Oil Painting.
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Ferdinand Victor Leon Roybet 1840 - 1920. French. Le Mousquetaire. The Musketeer. Framed Circa 1880 Portrait Oil Painting.

19th century
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Ferdinand Victor Leon Roybet.

French ( b.1840 – d.1920 ).

Le Mousquetaire.

Oil On Panel.

Signed Upper right.

Image size 31.1 inches x 24.4 inches ( 79cm x 62cm ).

Frame size 39 inches x 32.3 inches ( 99cm x 82cm ).

Available for sale from Big Sky Fine Art in the English county of Dorset, this original oil painting is by the French artist Ferdinand Roybet and dates from around 1880.

The painting is presented and supplied in a period frame dating from about 20 years after the painting’s creation.

The painted surface has been restored and cleaned whilst in previous ownership. We are of the opinion that this work was performed in the last 10-15 years.

Today, this antique painting is in very good condition as a result of the previous work. It is supplied ready to hang and display.

The painting is signed upper right.

Previously with JJ Gillespie & Co of 422 Wood Street, Pittsburgh, PA, USA.

Good News for our US Customers!

From 24 July 2026 the original works of art we sell are classified under the US Harmonised Tariff Schedule (HTS) Chapter 97 as exempt from the additional Section 301 import tariffs introduced in February 2026. This means that this original work of art can be imported into the United States without these additional tariffs. This allows American customers to buy from us with confidence, knowing that they are not going to be penalised by this global tariff.

Please note that normal U.S. Customs procedures and any applicable US State sales or use taxes remain unchanged.

We provide a professional shipping and delivery service which is free to customers in the UK, Europe, USA and Canada. We can also provide other worldwide delivery on any purchase. Please contact us for further information.

Ferdinand Victor Leon Roybet (1840-1920) was a successful French artist, acclaimed for his magnificent portraits of well-dressed male figures set in the 16th and 17thcenturies. He is particularly recognised for his Spanish cavalier themed works, of which this is an excellent example. Roybet’s works are reminiscent of those of the 17th century Spanish artist Diego Velázquez and are notable for their realism and the artist’s dramatic use of colour and execution of detail.

© Big Sky Fine Art

This magnificent oil on panel painting by Ferdinand Roybet is an excellent and mature example of the genre of works for which he is best known. It is signed by the artist in the upper right section of the painting.

The painting depicts a young male musketeer, dressed in red velvet buttoned tunic with a white ruffled shirt cuffs and collar. The subject is also wearing a wide brimmed black hat and the most amazing red cloak, draped over his left shoulder. He is holding in his left hand a pair of soft brown leather gloves. His hair is dark, long and curly, and he has both a moustache and beard. His brown eyes gaze out at the viewer with an ambiguous expression, serious and sincere, yet not aggressive.

This is a painting of huge impact and gravitas, with exquisite detail and extraordinary colour.

For a full biography of this artist please see his listing on www.bigskyfineart.com .

A full range of stock is available to browse or purchase at www.bigskyfineart.com .

Contact us by phone on +44 (0) 1305 581426 or email art@bigskyfineart.com .

Physical Dimensions
Height
99cm (38.98")
Width
82cm (32.28")
Depth
9cm (3.54")
Declaration

Big Sky Fine Art has dated this French Oil Portrait Painting to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1122650
Description
Ferdinand Victor Leon Roybet.

French ( b.1840 – d.1920 ).

Le Mousquetaire.

Oil On Panel.

Signed Upper right.

Image size 31.1 inches x 24.4 inches ( 79cm x 62cm ).

Frame size 39 inches x 32.3 inches ( 99cm x 82cm ).

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Available for sale from Big Sky Fine Art in the English county of Dorset, this original oil painting is by the French artist Ferdinand Roybet and dates from around 1880.
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fig 1. A 19th-century oil portrait of a dark-haired man in a black hat, lace collar, and red cloak within a gilded frame.
fig 1. Ferdinand Victor Leon Roybet 1840 - 1920. French. Le Mousquetaire. The Musketeer. Framed Circa 1880 Portrait Oil Painting.

The painting is presented and supplied in a period frame dating from about 20 years after the painting’s creation.

The painted surface has been restored and cleaned whilst in previous ownership. We are of the opinion that this work was performed in the last 10-15 years.

fig 2. A 19th-century oil portrait of a dark-haired man in a black hat, lace collar, and red cloak within a gilded frame.
fig 2. Ferdinand Victor Leon Roybet 1840 - 1920. French. Le Mousquetaire. The Musketeer. Framed Circa 1880 Portrait Oil Painting.

Today, this antique painting is in very good condition as a result of the previous work. It is supplied ready to hang and display.

The painting is signed upper right.

Previously with JJ Gillespie & Co of 422 Wood Street, Pittsburgh, PA, USA.

fig 3. A 19th-century oil portrait of a dark-haired man in a black hat, lace collar, and red cloak within a gilded frame.
fig 3. Ferdinand Victor Leon Roybet 1840 - 1920. French. Le Mousquetaire. The Musketeer. Framed Circa 1880 Portrait Oil Painting.

Good News for our US Customers!

From 24 July 2026 the original works of art we sell are classified under the US Harmonised Tariff Schedule (HTS) Chapter 97 as exempt from the additional Section 301 import tariffs introduced in February 2026. This means that this original work of art can be imported into the United States without these additional tariffs. This allows American customers to buy from us with confidence, knowing that they are not going to be penalised by this global tariff.

fig 4. A 19th-century oil portrait of a dark-haired man in a black hat, lace collar, and red cloak within a gilded frame.
fig 4. Ferdinand Victor Leon Roybet 1840 - 1920. French. Le Mousquetaire. The Musketeer. Framed Circa 1880 Portrait Oil Painting.

Please note that normal U.S. Customs procedures and any applicable US State sales or use taxes remain unchanged.

We provide a professional shipping and delivery service which is free to customers in the UK, Europe, USA and Canada. We can also provide other worldwide delivery on any purchase. Please contact us for further information.

fig 5. A 19th-century oil portrait of a dark-haired man in a black hat, lace collar, and red cloak within a gilded frame.
fig 5. Ferdinand Victor Leon Roybet 1840 - 1920. French. Le Mousquetaire. The Musketeer. Framed Circa 1880 Portrait Oil Painting.

Ferdinand Victor Leon Roybet (1840-1920) was a successful French artist, acclaimed for his magnificent portraits of well-dressed male figures set in the 16th and 17thcenturies. He is particularly recognised for his Spanish cavalier themed works, of which this is an excellent example. Roybet’s works are reminiscent of those of the 17th century Spanish artist Diego Velázquez and are notable for their realism and the artist’s dramatic use of colour and execution of detail.

fig 6. A 19th-century oil portrait of a dark-haired man in a black hat, lace collar, and red cloak within a gilded frame.
fig 6. Ferdinand Victor Leon Roybet 1840 - 1920. French. Le Mousquetaire. The Musketeer. Framed Circa 1880 Portrait Oil Painting.

© Big Sky Fine Art

This magnificent oil on panel painting by Ferdinand Roybet is an excellent and mature example of the genre of works for which he is best known. It is signed by the artist in the upper right section of the painting.

fig 7. A 19th-century oil portrait of a dark-haired man in a black hat, lace collar, and red cloak within a gilded frame.
fig 7. Ferdinand Victor Leon Roybet 1840 - 1920. French. Le Mousquetaire. The Musketeer. Framed Circa 1880 Portrait Oil Painting.

The painting depicts a young male musketeer, dressed in red velvet buttoned tunic with a white ruffled shirt cuffs and collar. The subject is also wearing a wide brimmed black hat and the most amazing red cloak, draped over his left shoulder. He is holding in his left hand a pair of soft brown leather gloves. His hair is dark, long and curly, and he has both a moustache and beard. His brown eyes gaze out at the viewer with an ambiguous expression, serious and sincere, yet not aggressive.

fig 8. A 19th-century oil portrait of a dark-haired man in a black hat, lace collar, and red cloak within a gilded frame.
fig 8. Ferdinand Victor Leon Roybet 1840 - 1920. French. Le Mousquetaire. The Musketeer. Framed Circa 1880 Portrait Oil Painting.

This is a painting of huge impact and gravitas, with exquisite detail and extraordinary colour.

For a full biography of this artist please see his listing on www.bigskyfineart.com .

A full range of stock is available to browse or purchase at www.bigskyfineart.com .

Contact us by phone on +44 (0) 1305 581426 or email art@bigskyfineart.com .

Height
99cm (38.98")
Width
82cm (32.28")
Depth
9cm (3.54")
Date of Manufacture

Big Sky Fine Art has dated this French Oil Portrait Painting to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1122650
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Ferdinand Victor Leon Roybet 1840 - 1920. French. Le Mousquetaire. The Musketeer. Framed Circa 1880 Portrait Oil Painting.

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A 19th-century oil portrait of a dark-haired man in a black hat, lace collar, and red cloak within a gilded frame.
Ferdinand Victor Leon Roybet 1840 - 1920. French. Le Mousquetaire. The Musketeer. Framed Circa 1880 Portrait Oil Painting.
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