A charming 19th century oil portrait depicting a seated gentleman in formal dress, wearing a black coat, cream waistcoat, high collar, and black cravat. The sitter is rendered with expressive facial detail against a dark interior backdrop with visible textured surface and age-related craquelure. Housed in a period wood frame with warm patina, mitered corners, and expected wear throughout. The reverse shows an older wood backing/frame construction with hanging rings and visible surface scuffs, losses, and signs of age. A decorative and characterful antique portrait with strong period presence, ideal for a gallery wall, study, or traditional interior. Condition consistent with age, including craquelure, surface wear, abrasions, frame wear, and scattered losses as photographed. Approx. frame size (in): 23.5 x 20.25 x 1.75, Approx. painting size (in): 15.75 x 12.5.

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