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Oil Painting on Canvas in Original Gilt Frame. portrait of a Spanish Gentleman.
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Oil Painting on Canvas in Original Gilt Frame. portrait of a Spanish Gentleman.

18th century
Sold 30 August 2025 · Peter Harris Clocks & Militaria
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Description

Portrait of a Spanish gentleman sporting a handlebar moustache.

Circa 1795.

Measurements:

Painting: 63h x 51w cm

In frame: 86h x 74w cm. x 8.5cm deep.

Physical Dimensions
Height
86cm (33.86")
Width
74cm (29.13")
Depth
8.5cm (3.35")
Declaration

Peter Harris Clocks & Militaria has dated this Antique Oil Painting to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA740811
Dealers Internal Reference
11OP01
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Peter Harris Clocks & Militaria, Portobello Road

WE are open every Saturday between 9.30 - 3.30pm in Chelsea Galleries 67 Portobello Road London.

We are at the front of the gallery, on the 1st aisle.

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Description
Portrait of a Spanish gentleman sporting a handlebar moustache.

Circa 1795.

Measurements:

Painting: 63h x 51w cm

In frame: 86h x 74w cm. x 8.5cm deep.

Height
86cm (33.86")
Width
74cm (29.13")
Depth
8.5cm (3.35")
Date of Manufacture

Peter Harris Clocks & Militaria has dated this Antique Oil Painting to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA740811
Dealers Internal Ref
11OP01
Peter Harris Clocks & Militaria
Peter Harris Clocks & Militaria
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2020

We specialise in flintlock pistols, muskets, clocks & watches

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An antique oil painting on canvas depicting a Spanish gentleman in a decorative gilt wooden frame.
OIL PAINTING ON CANVAS IN ORIGINAL GILT FRAME. PORTRAIT OF A SPANISH GENTLEMAN.
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An antique oil painting on canvas depicting a Spanish gentleman in a decorative gilt wooden frame.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectPaintings
  • Period18th century
  • StyleBaroque
  • MaterialCanvas, Oil Paint, Wood, Gilt
  • ColourGilded Gold
  • MotifsHand-carved gilt frame, Scroll corners, Floral moulding, Chiaroscuro lighting
  • SizeH 86 cm (34 in) x W 74 cm (29 in) x D 8.5 cm (3 in)

FAQs

Traditional portrait oil paintings from historical periods often focus on realism, chiaroscuro lighting effects to create depth, and detailed rendering of the sitters facial features and historical attire.

Authentic period paintings typically utilise woven linen or cotton canvas stretched over a wooden stretcher frame, layered with gesso, oil-based pigments, and housed within a hand-carved, gilded wooden frame.

Authentic pieces are identified through close inspection of the canvas weave, craquelure patterns in the oil paint indicating natural ageing, oxidation of the pigments, and the construction methods of the accompanying stretcher and frame.

Pairing a heavy gilt-framed historical portrait with minimalist modern furnishings creates a striking contrast that adds depth, historical narrative, and sophisticated focal points to a contemporary room scheme.

Oil paintings should be displayed away from direct sunlight and extreme humidity fluctuations, gently dusted with a soft, dry brush, and kept clear of household cleaners or moisture to protect the delicate varnish and paint layers.
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