A fine and characterful portrait in oil, showing a French soldier, off duty, raising a glass of red wine in a toast. The soldier seems to be sitting in a small cafe or bistro and has a bowl and a piece of bread in front of him. There is a large open window behind him with a view of a sunny, green hillside. The painting has a feeling of satisfied joy, as if the soldier is toasting some hard earned victory. The painting is unsigned and on canvas over stretchers.
On canvas.The painting has some discoloration and craquelure across the surface. Inspection under UV light shows some areas of restoration. There is a tear that has been restored in the top left corner of the painting. The stretcher lines are visible through the paint. There is some wear to the paint at the very outer edges of the canvas.
46.4 x 37.3cm (18.3" x 14.7")Sheet: 50.5 x 41cm (19.9" x 16.1")
| SKU | px493 |
|---|---|
| Date | Late 19th Century |
| Dimensions | 46.4 x 37.3cm |
| Medium | Oil |
| Subject | Portrait |
| Item Returns | This item can be returned |
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