A 19th-century three-quarter length portrait of the dashing Karl Hoffmann. He’s seated in what appears to be a wooded area with one arm resting on the foot of a tree.
With his well-tailored outfit and perfectly coiffured moustache, he carries the air of a distinguished country gentleman.
On his left, there’s a green hat that looks similar to a mariner’s cap - perhaps a clue as to his profession or interests.
The portrait is housed within a swept giltwood frame with foliate corner ornamentation. Dated on the reverse.
Medium |
Oil on canvas
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Size including frame |
18½” x 16” / 47cm x 41cm x 5cm
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Year of creation |
1838
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Provenance |
Germany
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Condition
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Fair. Some accumulated dirt, a small scratch in the top left and a few minor losses. Frame with age-related wear.
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