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French Cuirassier Military Officer Portrait Painting
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French Cuirassier Military Officer Portrait Painting

18th century
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CHRISTIES LABEL VERSO

The French term cuirassier means one with a cuirass (French: cuirasse), the breastplate armour which they wore.

Signed Indistinctly upper right corner.

Frame Size :

Height: 35 Inches

Width: 28.5 Inches

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Physical Dimensions
Height
89cm (35.04")
Width
74cm (29.13")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
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Sale Antiques has dated this French Cuirassier Portrait Painting to the 18th Century.

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SA1217506
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BARGAIN PRICE TO CLEAR £660

FREE UK DELIVERY INCLUDED

NOTE : No Export Shipping

CHRISTIES LABEL VERSO

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The French term cuirassier means one with a cuirass (French: cuirasse), the breastplate armour which they wore.
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Signed Indistinctly upper right corner.

Frame Size :

Height: 35 Inches

Width: 28.5 Inches

FREE UK DELIVERY Excluding Ireland

NO International Supply

ENQUIRE : 0116 2681106

Ref 0877

Height
89cm (35.04")
Width
74cm (29.13")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Date of Manufacture

Sale Antiques has dated this French Cuirassier Portrait Painting to the 18th Century.

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0877
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An oil painting depicting a French military officer wearing a metallic cuirass with gold accents and a red sash, enclosed in a gilded wooden frame.
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Archive I An oil painting depicting a French military officer wearing a metallic cuirass with gold accents and a red sash, enclosed in a gilded wooden frame.

French Cuirassier Military Officer Portrait Painting

Archive II An oil painting depicting a French military officer wearing a metallic cuirass with gold accents and a red sash, enclosed in a gilded wooden frame. View II
Archive III An oil painting depicting a French military officer wearing a metallic cuirass with gold accents and a red sash, enclosed in a gilded wooden frame. View III
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An oil painting depicting a French military officer wearing a metallic cuirass with gold accents and a red sash, enclosed in a gilded wooden frame.
French Cuirassier Military Officer Portrait Painting
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An oil painting depicting a French military officer wearing a metallic cuirass with gold accents and a red sash, enclosed in a gilded wooden frame.
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Military portraiture during the nineteenth century served to document rank, heroic deeds, and familial prestige, particularly during and following the Napoleonic era. Portraits of specialized cavalry, such as Cuirassiers, highlighted detailed regimental attire and protective breastplates as symbols of valor and distinction.

These works were typically executed using oil paints applied to stretched linen canvas. Frames were generally constructed from carved or moulded wood finished with gold leaf gilding over a gesso base.

Authentic period paintings usually exhibit age-appropriate surface craquelure, natural oxidisation of pigments, and evidence of hand-woven canvas backing. Original period frames will often display hand-carved details and natural wear to the gilded layer.

A classic oil portrait works exceptionally well as a focal statement when placed above a fireplace mantelpiece or modern sideboard. Combining dark, historical portraiture with contemporary, clean-lined furniture creates a striking, curated visual contrast.

Keep the artwork away from direct sunlight, extreme temperature changes, and high humidity to prevent canvas warping and paint flaking. Dust the frame gently with a soft dry brush, avoiding liquid cleaners on the canvas or gilded wood.
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