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ANTIQUE #SA414230

Portrait Of A Gentleman, Circle Of Phillipe De Champaigne (1602-1674)

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Sold by: Titan Fine Art

Large 17th Century master portrait of a young gentleman, presented in a black doublet and white neckerchief. The sitter is presented simply and without decoration. His sober costume and broad shoulders conform to contemporary ideals of masculinity and fashion and the high quality satin doublet suggests that the sitter was wealthy. Black clothing was reserved for the most formal occasions (including having one''s portrait painted) as black dye was expensive and faded quickly. Even Puritans and Calvinists did not wear black every day contrary to popular belief.
 
The sitter in this portrait bears a striking resemblance to Noėl de Bullion (Lord Chancellor of The Order of the Holy Spirit – France) who was a French aristocrat and politian. Champaigne is thought to have depicted this sitter (also dated 1656).
 
Very finely painted with wonderful realism to the face and skin colour, shading, and the minute details. Very good characterisation of the sitter. The canvas is dated 1656 a...
Antique SA414230 shown on this page was made in the 17th Century. For historical context, the timeline below highlights the period when it was created:
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Specialist in 17th & 18thC portraits. Highly curated selection, museum-level research & pro conservation. Exceptional art, expertly vetted.
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STATUS
THIS ITEM HAS BEEN SOLD