A wonderful 19th Century French Portrait of a Gentleman in a tuxedo; he has such presence and character, which is commonly evident with these old portraits due to the serious stature and expression that was expected in the portraits of this era.
Oil on canvas, the painting sits in its original gilt wood and gesso frame (faded with aged patina).
Measures including frame: 73.5cm high, 62.5cm wide, 6cm deep to the wall.
Good sturdy original condition with some old repairs, the frame has the usual chips and patina for a painting of this ages.