French School (Mid-19th Century), Portrait of a Bejeweled Woman

Oil on canvas, circa 1840, unsigned, presented in a later frame.

Stretcher 28 1/2 x 24 3/4 in.; Frame dimensions 31 x 27 1/4 in.

From the Collection of Jon and Mary Leadbetter, Chapel Hill, North Carolina

Riverside Antiques Ltd., Hungerford, Berkshire, United Kingdom

This bust-length portrait depicts an elegant and fashionable woman with a beguiling expression. Her gold earrings, necklace, and brooch are highlighted against a dark, off-the-shoulder gown, emphasizing her refined and dignified presence.

Allover surface crazing; surface grime; two patches to the verso; "V" shaped scratch to sitter's bodice; chipping and rubbing to frame.