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Early 19th-Century Austrian School, Portrait Of A Gentleman

c. 1825

$2,944.41
£2,150
€2,558.02
CA$4,135.06
A$4,194.88
CHF 2,386.01
MX$50,963.48
NOK 28,061.29
SEK 28,158.56
DKK 19,125.88

About the Item

This fine early 19th-century Austrian oil painting depicts a dapper gentleman in half-length format against a softly animated sky. Shown turned slightly toward the viewer, his posture is relaxed yet assured. His expression conveys composure rather than display, suggesting a man at ease within himself. There is a quiet attentiveness in the gaze, neither confrontational nor distant, inviting the viewer into a moment of calm recognition. The sitter’s dark, tailored coat and carefully arranged white cravat reflect the sober elegance favoured among Austrian professional and noble circles during the 1820s, where discretion was valued above ornament. Behind him, the subtly modulated clouds introduce a gentle sense of movement, offering a restrained Romantic inflection. Though the identity of the artist remains unknown, the painting reflects the high standard of academic training prevalent in Austria during the early 19th century. Portrait painters of this period were often closely aligned with the traditions of Vienna, combining precise draughtsmanship with an emerging sensitivity to mood. Following the Congress of Vienna, portraiture in Austria increasingly favoured moderation and psychological balance. Sitters were often presented as figures of responsibility, their authority conveyed through restraint. This portrait exemplifies that cultural moment. The painting comes from a private estate in Vienna. Unsigned. Held in a 19th-century gilt frame. Medium: Oil on canvas Overall size: 26½” x 32” / 67cm x 81cm Year of creation: c. 1825 Provenance: Private collection, Austria. Our reference: BRV2238
  • Creation Year:
    c. 1825
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 32 in (81.28 cm)Width: 26.5 in (67.31 cm)Depth: 3 in (7.62 cm)
  • Medium:
    Canvas,Oil
  • Movement & Style:
    Romantic
  • Period:
    1820-1829
  • Condition:
    Cleaned. Canvas relined. Later stretcher. Craquelure in areas. The paint layer is stable. Frame with various marks and showing its age.
  • Gallery Location:
    Cheltenham, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2328217543252

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