Antique 19th C. Oval Oil Portrait of a Lady in Lace Collar | Original Painting

Up for sale is a beautiful original antique oil painting on canvas, dating to the mid-to-late 19th century, featuring a refined female portrait.

This classic Victorian-style portrait depicts a poised woman dressed in formal black attire, adorned with a delicate white lace collar, drop earrings, and a distinctive red brooch. Her confident gaze and serene expression add an air of nobility and calm. The background is deep and shadowy, which elegantly brings the viewer’s focus to her illuminated face and finely rendered clothing.

Based on the visible canvas, construction, attire, and technique, this oil painting is most likely from the mid-to-late 19th century, specifically around 1860–1890. The oval format, tight academic brushwork, lace detailing, and the sitter’s hairstyle are consistent with Victorian portraiture, especially common in Northern and Central Europe. The presence of drop earrings and high-collared lace also aligns with fashion trends of that time.

The piece is unsigned but was clearly created by a skilled hand and reflects the academic style of 19th-century European portraiture. The oval canvas is presented in a repainted gold frame appropriate to the period.

Condition: The painting is in good antique condition, showing some minor surface scuffs and small scratches consistent with age. The frame has been repainted in gold and shows signs of earlier wear on the reverse. Please examine the photos closely as they form part of the description.

Dimensions:
Framed: 30" x 25"
Canvas: 27" x 21.5"

Please note: The physical colors may vary from the photos due to lighting, camera quality, and screen settings.

We sell vintage and antique items, all of which will show signs of age, handling, or use. We take many detailed photographs to help you evaluate each item, and we welcome questions before purchase. Thank you for considering MaksArtGallery.