Auguste-François Laby (1784–1860) was a distinguished French painter and lithographer celebrated for his refined portraiture and historical compositions. Born in Paris, Laby honed his craft under the tutelage of the renowned Neoclassical master Jacques-Louis David, an influence visible in the disciplined technique and realistic precision of his work. He built a prestigious reputation capturing the likenesses of the 19th-century French elite, securing commissions to paint notables such as King Louis XVIII and King Charles X. Beyond his official court portraiture and religious paintings, Laby is also recognized for his detailed lithographs, including topographic views of international landscapes. Today, his works are collected by major institutions, such as the Yale Center for British Art, and remain prized for their academic excellence and capturing the elegant spirit of their era.
A pair of French Empire portraits of an Aristocratic Couple by Auguste F. Laby
By Auguste François Laby
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A pair of extraordinary portraits of a French aristocratic couple presented in their original giltwood Empire frames with oval windows executed by a a noted early 19th century por...
Canvas, Giltwood
$2,950
H 35.5 in W 30.5 in D 1.5 in
Original Antique 19th Century Oil Painting Portrait of an Aristocratic Lady
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Oil on canvas, portrait of an aristocratic lady. The woman is sitting in a red armchair with a quiet gaze wearing embroidered trim dress with white lace...
Giltwood, Canvas
Empire Period Portrait of the Comte Gustave de Galard (1779–1841)
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
19th Century, Empire Period Portrait of the Comte Gustave de Galard (1779–1841), French School, c. 1805, Oil on canvas Canvas: 15.75" W × 21.5" H Framed: 19" W × 24.5" H A refined ...
Canvas, Giltwood
$75,651
H 25.5 in W 19.5 in D 2.5 in
Belle Époque Oil on Canvas Painting of an Elegant Lady by Auguste Toulmouche
By Auguste Toulmouche
Located in London, GB
An Elegant Lady Admiring her Present By Auguste Toulmouche (1829-1890) An Oil on Canvas work depicting a well-heeled young lady, seated in her pink gown, admiring her new bracelet a...
Canvas, Giltwood
$3,298
H 32.29 in W 1.78 in D 1.97 in
Portrait of an Aristocratic Lady, oil on canvas, European School, 18th century
By France"
Located in Madrid, ES
Portrait of an Aristocratic Lady, oil on canvas, European School, 18th century Oil on canvas depicting a noble lady, dressed in a low-cut red dress and blue cloak. The sobriety of ...
Paint
$300
H 4.25 in W 4.25 in D 0.5 in
French Empire Period Portrait Miniature, Signed Joris, Early 19th Century
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Early 19th-century portrait miniature depicting a woman wearing a white dress with a fur wrap and pearl jewelry, her hair arranged in curls consistent with the Empire and Restoration...
Brass
Magnificent Empire Period Portrait
Located in Madrid, ES
Magnificent Empire Period Portrait VERY DECORATIVE OIL PORTRAIT PAINTED WITH EXCELLENT QUALITY OF THE IMPERIAL TIME. ORIGINAL FRAME OF THE TIME GOLDEN...
Canvas
19th Century Portrait of an Italian Woman
Located in Woodbury, CT
An early 19th century oil portrait on board of an Italian woman in traditional costume. Framed in oak with gold leaf. Board measures 21 in. x 17 in.
Canvas
$2,200Sale Price|38% Off
H 23 in W 19.5 in D 1 in
Early 19th Century Empire Period Portrait of a Gentleman
Located in Doylestown, PA
A charming portrait of a young Empire period gentleman with an earring, under glass in a period gild wood frame. Oil pastel on paper, French, circa 1800.
Paper
$1,650
H 13 in W 14.5 in D 1.5 in
Portrait Painting of an Elderly Couple Italian. 19th Century. Framed.
Located in Rochester, NY
Incredibly detailed near three dimensional portrait painting of an elderly couple. Oil on wood panel. Inscribed illegibly on the reverse. Late 19th century. # signed
Paint
$2,900 / item
H 29 in W 34.5 in D 2.5 in
Mid 19th Century French Empire Style Portrait of Lady with Coral Jewelry
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Mid 19th Century French Empire Style Portrait of a Lady with Coral Jewelry. Beautiful piece purchased in France. Age appropriate wear, please see detailed photos or message us with q...
Paint
18th Century French Oil Painting of an Aristocratic Woman
Located in San Francisco, CA
An 18th century French oil painting on canvas, mounted on board, of an aristocratic woman in the original period frame. Cleaned and c...
Canvas, Paint
$2,945
H 42.52 in W 36.62 in D 4.73 in
Elegant 19th-Century Portrait of an Aristocratic Lady Friederike von Preußen
Located in Berlin, DE
This exquisite 19th-century portrait presents an elegant lady of noble bearing, painted with great sensitivity and refined technique. Although it has been associated with Frederike v...
Wood