An Early 19th Century French School Portrait of a Seductive Young LadyMedium: Pastel on paperPeriod: Circa 1800-1840Provenance: From a private London collection Overall measurements with the frame are 76cm x 63cm x 4cm and the pastel painting measured at 69cm x 57cm A beautifully composed, early to early mid 19th century French School half–length pastel portrait of a seductive young lady in period attire. Created with good technical skill, the painting displays soft but deep tonality with skilful use of the medium to create lovely contrasting skin tones with very fine and detailed attention to the sitter''s face and hair.The present work is exceptional in execution and composition. It is particularly beautiful in its lovely gilt frame. It is a most attractive 19th century French pastel half-length bust portrait which we think would suit a variety of interiors and decors. A fine and highly decorative period pastel composition.Condition Report: The pastel has ...