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49 - Portrait of an elderly gentleman, Signed, Spanish School, 19…
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Estimate €250 - €400
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Portrait of an elderly gentleman, Signed, Spanish School, 19th century Graphite on paper. Dimensions: 24 x 17 cm; framed 25 x 19 cm. A half-length portrait of a man, facing forwards but slightly turned, characterised by a thick beard and dishevelled hair which lend expressive intensity to the composition. The subject wears a jacket and an unbuttoned shirt, rendered with a concise and confident line that emphasises the sitter’s psychological strength. Signed. The composition is notable for the atmospheric treatment of the face, modelled with soft shading and tonal gradations that create a sense of volume and depth. The spontaneous execution and lifelike approach draw on the 19th-century tradition of academic and genre painting, which emphasised direct observation and the individualised portrayal of the subject. The chromatic restraint of the graphite and the economy of means reinforce the expressiveness and intimate character of the work.
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About the sale GRAND JULY AUCTION – FINE ART, OLD MASTERS AND JEWELLERY
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Auction time 07/15/2026 at 3:00 PM
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