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English School 18th Century Portrait of a Young Man
For sale by Christopher Tombs Antiques Ltd
for sale €3,452     $3,747
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English School 18th Century Portrait of a Young Man

18th century
Description

Beautiful 18th Century Portrait of a Young Man

A wonderful oil painting in superb condition.

Fabulous subject and fully restored to a high standard and ready for the home.

English School 18th Century Portrait of a young man in a framed oval oil on relined canvas.

Dimensions - 71 x 61cms, (28" x 24") .

Delivery to any UK address is included in the price.

Date of Manufacture

Christopher Tombs Antiques Ltd has dated this 18th Century Oil Portrait to the 18th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
71cm (27.95")
Width
61cm (24.02")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Reference Numbers
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SA557373
Description
Beautiful 18th Century Portrait of a Young Man

A wonderful oil painting in superb condition.

Fabulous subject and fully restored to a high standard and ready for the home.

English School 18th Century Portrait of a young man in a framed oval oil on relined canvas.

Dimensions - 71 x 61cms, (28" x 24") .

Delivery to any UK address is included in the price.

Date of Manufacture

Christopher Tombs Antiques Ltd has dated this 18th Century Oil Portrait to the 18th Century.

Height
71cm (27.95")
Width
61cm (24.02")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Reference Numbers
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SA557373
Christopher Tombs Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2010
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An 18th-century oil painting depicting a young man in a red coat and blue waistcoat set within a feigned oval frame.
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Archive I An 18th-century oil painting depicting a young man in a red coat and blue waistcoat set within a feigned oval frame.

English School 18th Century Portrait of a Young Man

Archive II An 18th-century oil painting depicting a young man in a red coat and blue waistcoat set within a feigned oval frame. View II
Archive III An 18th-century oil painting depicting a young man in a red coat and blue waistcoat set within a feigned oval frame. View III
Archive IV An 18th-century oil painting depicting a young man in a red coat and blue waistcoat set within a feigned oval frame. View IV
Archive V An 18th-century oil painting depicting a young man in a red coat and blue waistcoat set within a feigned oval frame. View V
Archive VI An 18th-century oil painting depicting a young man in a red coat and blue waistcoat set within a feigned oval frame. View VI
Archive VII An 18th-century oil painting depicting a young man in a red coat and blue waistcoat set within a feigned oval frame. View VII
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Christopher Tombs Antiques Ltd
Telephone 01386 700 085
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Unit 96
Northwick Business Centre
Blockley
Gloucestershire
GL56 9RF
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/ct
Verified Since Oct 2010
Items For Sale 67
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Christopher Tombs Antiques Ltd
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An 18th-century oil painting depicting a young man in a red coat and blue waistcoat set within a feigned oval frame.
English School 18th Century Portrait of a young man
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An 18th-century oil painting depicting a young man in a red coat and blue waistcoat set within a feigned oval frame.
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  • ObjectPortrait Paintings
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialOil, Canvas, Giltwood
  • ColourRed, Blue, Gold
  • MotifsFeigned oval, Period costume, Gilded frame, Trompe loeil
  • SizeH 71 cm (28 in) x W 61 cm (24 in) x D 10 cm (4 in)

This eighteenth-century English School oil painting on relined canvas depicts a young man in period costume wearing a red coat, blue waistcoat, and white cravat within a feigned oval trompe-l'œil composition. The artwork is set inside a moulded giltwood frame with a rich gold finish, displaying visible brushwork and texture across the canvas surface. Measuring 71 cm high, 61 cm wide, and 10 cm deep, the piece possesses substantial presence suited for traditional interior settings. Positioned in an English Country House aesthetic, the portrait is designed for display above the mantel in a principal reception room, living area, or study. The vivid red and blue fabrics of the subject's garments contrast against the dark background tones, while the restored gilt frame provides a complete presentation. The composition integrates historical portraiture traditions with decorative wall display requirements for period properties today.

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English School portraiture of the 18th century, particularly during the Georgian era, emphasised formal composition, understated elegance, and clear depiction of social status through refined clothing and subtle backdrops.

Artists primarily used natural pigment oil paints applied to hand-stretched linen or cotton canvas, often housed within carved giltwood or gilded plaster timber frames.

Authenticity is verified by examining age-appropriate craquelure patterns, period-correct canvas weave, hand-forged stretcher nails, and natural oxidisation on the timber backing.

Position the artwork as a focal point above a mantelpiece or console table, pairing its classic historical aesthetic with modern minimalist furniture for visual contrast.

Keep the painting away from direct sunlight, high humidity, and direct heat sources, dusting the frame gently with a soft dry brush and consulting a conservator for deep cleaning.
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