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ANTIQUE #SA755624

Portrait Of A Lady C.1750; Circle Of Franēois Hubert Drouais (1727-1775)

Status: This item has been sold
Sold by: Titan Fine Art

This exquisite painting abounds with ingenious flourishes and demonstrations of the painter''s skill and is a fine representation of female beauty. Great attention is paid to her luxurious apparel, which is striking in its portrayal of the sumptuous fabrics and their decorative richness. The bright colours are softened by the autumnal hues in a superbly effective harmony that brings out the dignity and beauty of the model. The hand grasping the rose is a virtuosic handling of paint and is utterly beautiful.
 
The graceful pose, sumptuous costume, rich colours, and brilliant technique are distinctive features of this portrait and it was a type that was in great demand during the 18th century, as it is today.
 
Presented in an antique frame.
 
Franēois-Hubert Drouais (Paris 1727-1775) belonged to a dynasty of French painters that included his father, Hubert Drouais (1699-1767), and his son, Jean Germain (1763-1788). He established himself as one of the leading portrait painters o...
Antique SA755624 shown on this page was made in the 18th Century. For historical context, the timeline below highlights the period when it was created:
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Titan Fine Art
Specialist in 17th & 18thC portraits. Highly curated selection, museum-level research & pro conservation. Exceptional art, expertly vetted.
London
United Kingdom
Tel: 07875 412 111
STATUS
THIS ITEM HAS BEEN SOLD