Regency Portrait of a Dandy, circa 1800-1815
This is a very good period Regency portrait of a young Regency-era dandy. The features of the subject match those of published Beau (George) Brummell depictions--especially the eyes, eyebrows, nose and chin. The painting was cleaned, restored and relined in the 20th century. There is a repaired tear at the bottom central-right of the painting. Although not signed, this is the work of a very skilled artist. The painting retains its original stretcher and gilt frame. The frame has a few minor areas of restoration, normal for a frame of this age.
***Beau Brummell was the most notable dandy of the early 19th century. In his youth Beau Brummell inherited a considerable sum of money and ran in the most elite eschelons of society. Sadly, he died at the age of 62 in a French paupers asylum.
Dimensions: Height: 33.5 in (85.09 cm)Width: 29.5 in (74.93 cm)Depth: 1.3 in (3.31 cm)
Style: Regency (Of the Period)
Place of Origin: England
Period: Early 19th Century
Date of Manufacture: circa 1800-1815
Condition: Good. The painting was cleaned and relined in the late 20th century. There is an old repair with paint restoration to the front at lower right. The original frame is in good condition with a minor restoration to the top left hand corner and very minor retouching of the gold leaf. Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location: Pasadena, CA
Reference Number: mjhdesignarts.02.04.23
