Items Similar to Antique French Oil Painting on Board, “The Unveiling” by Emile Meyer, 1823-1893
Video Loading
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 22
Antique French Oil Painting on Board, “The Unveiling” by Emile Meyer, 1823-1893
About the Item
During the late 19th century, the French system of government, known as the Third Republic, began to distance itself from the Latin church. As a result, artists at French academies of art began to produce works known as “cardinal paintings”, which were satirical renderings of church dignitaries dressed in vibrant red robes, enjoying their privileged lifestyles. This particular oil on board painting by Emile Meyer is entitled The Unveiling and depicts a cardinal viewing a portrait for the first time.
The clarity of this 19th-century painting is quite amazing: notice the vitality of the vestments of the three clergy members, two clad in red, with the third in purple. Each of the men has a large smile, indicating that the viewing was a success. Also of note are the boiserie panels that line the salon, mostly “French gray” with gilded accents that feel as if you could physically touch them. Other items of decadence can be seen within the room, such as the large gold, gray, and red rug that covers the parquetry floor. There is a large painting next to a gilded clock above the mantel, some ornate side chairs, and a gold center table behind the seated cardinal (his chair is immaculate as well!) that has a Delft-style vase full of paintbrushes next to paint tubes and vials of liquid. Even the ebonized and highly carved easel displaying the portrait is opulent, despite it being partly obscured by the red and gold fabric that covered the portrait before the viewing.
Emile Meyer was a French painter, born in 1823, known for his genre paintings and portraits. He studied with the likes of Alfred-Alexandre Delauney, Pierre Puvis de Chavannes, and Emile Levy, all well-known 19th-century French artists. Meyer first exhibited in Paris at the inaugural Salon des Artistes Francais in 1880, later receiving several awards for his efforts.
- Creator:Emile Meyer (Artist)
- Dimensions:Height: 33 in (83.82 cm)Width: 40.375 in (102.56 cm)Depth: 3.375 in (8.58 cm)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:Late 1800s
- Condition:Repaired: A small old touchup to the canvas. Wear consistent with age and use. Very good antique condition. Small touchup for minor rub. Light age separations to giltwood frame, with loss of gilding, resulting in sought-after visible red bole. Fully cradled and rigged back for hanging. Signed “Emile Meyer” in the lower right.
- Seller Location:Dallas, TX
- Reference Number:Seller: 623-71stDibs: LU906334775572
About the Seller
5.0
Vetted Professional Seller
Every seller passes strict standards for authenticity and reliability
Established in 1983
1stDibs seller since 2011
842 sales on 1stDibs
Typical response time: <1 hour
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Shipping from: Dallas, TX
- Return Policy
Authenticity Guarantee
In the unlikely event there’s an issue with an item’s authenticity, contact us within 1 year for a full refund. DetailsMoney-Back Guarantee
If your item is not as described, is damaged in transit, or does not arrive, contact us within 7 days for a full refund. Details24-Hour Cancellation
You have a 24-hour grace period in which to reconsider your purchase, with no questions asked.Vetted Professional Sellers
Our world-class sellers must adhere to strict standards for service and quality, maintaining the integrity of our listings.Price-Match Guarantee
If you find that a seller listed the same item for a lower price elsewhere, we’ll match it.Trusted Global Delivery
Our best-in-class carrier network provides specialized shipping options worldwide, including custom delivery.More From This Seller
View AllFrench Village Harbor Scene, Oil on Board Painting by Eugene Isabey, 1864
By Eugene Isabey
Located in Dallas, TX
Attributed to the renowned French Romantic painter, Eugène Isabey, this seaside painting (dated 1864) effectively uses dark and evocative tones of brown, gray, and beige to depict a ...
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Paintings
Materials
Wood, Giltwood, Paint
Antique Dutch Oil on Board Painting of Cattle, Signed and Dated 1858
Located in Dallas, TX
This oil on board pastoral painting of two cattle is signed and dated by the artist in the lower right corner “F.J. Dierckxsens 1858”. There is also a handwritten paper affixed to th...
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Dutch Paintings
Materials
Wood, Giltwood
19th Century French Genre Scene Overdoor Painting on Board
Located in Dallas, TX
Genre paintings, such as this outdoor scene on a board, depict people engaged in leisurely activities, such as picnicking, hunting, or walking through a park. They were popular durin...
Category
Antique 19th Century French Paintings
Materials
Wood, Paint
Antique Oil on Canvas Pastoral Cow Painting by Julius Bergmann
Located in Dallas, TX
This antique oil on canvas pastoral cow painting is signed and dated (1889) by the artist, “J. Bergmann ‘89”. Because Bergmann used an vertically oriente...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century German Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Giltwood, Paint
A Rest in the Courtyard, Antique French Oil on Canvas, Charles Alexandre DeBacq
Located in Dallas, TX
Signed and dated “A. DeBacq 1849” (Charles-Alexandre DeBacq), this charming oil on canvas painting portrays a French noble couple enjoying a snack in the courtyard after an afternoon horseback ride. Surrounded by a highly-carved giltwood frame adorned with foliage and a textured lozenge background, the small, colorful painting features a woman in a gold and silver gown, seated at a table covered with white linen with a pink stripe and a wicker basket of fruit. DeBacq had exemplary technique, finely detailing the woman’s gown...
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Giltwood, Paint
19th Century French Oil on Canvas Painting, "In the Sheepfold", Signed Lecler
Located in Dallas, TX
Signed by the artist in the lower left corner (“Lecler”), this oil on canvas painting is entitled In the Sheepfold. A typical day in the life of a farmer dressed in blue with a gold hat, the agriculteur can be seen tending to a hay feeder. Behind the man is a flock of 15 sheep, mostly depicted with tan wool and white faces and ears, with the exception of a small all-white lamb. Some of the livestock is grazing from the feeders, while four of them (including the lamb) are gathered near a large water trough. A pair of chickens can be spotted amongst the herd, including a brown rooster...
Category
Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Wood, Giltwood, Paint
You May Also Like
Antique Oil Painting on Board by H. G. Ontrop
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique oil painting on board by H. G. Ontrop (1880-1955) is a slightly more impressionistic work than typical for the artist, with wisp...
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Wood
Antique Framed Oil Painting on Board by Windel
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Framed Oil Painting on Board by F. Windel depicts an intriguing perspective of an impressionistic harbor scene at dawn wit...
Category
Early 20th Century Belgian Aesthetic Movement Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Antique English School Oil Painting on Board
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A scene of the Thames River near Richmond (outside of London). Unsigned, with hand written note attached verso as pictured. The elegant painting in original giltwood frame Dimensions...
Category
Antique 1860s English Victorian Paintings
Materials
Wood, Giltwood
Antique Framed Impressionist Oil Painting on Board
Located in Houston, TX
Antique framed impressionist oil painting on board.
Lovely artist signed antique framed impressionist oil painting on board. This beauty d...
Category
Vintage 1920s Barbizon School Paintings
Materials
Masonite
Antique Framed Oil Painting on Board by Dieudonné Jacobs
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Framed oil painting on board by Dieudonné Jacobs (1887-1967) is a splendid rendition of a stunning vista at dusk during the early fall season in the region around the Ardennes. Here Jacobs has used deft brush strokes to indicate movement from the constant breezes in the area, with a misty haze over the rolling hillside in the background. Survives in its original frame.
Dieudonné Jacobs (1887-1967) was a Belgian post-impressionist who specialized in historic painting, portraits, and landscapes. Beginning his career with portraits, he studied under Adrien de Witte, Auguste Donnay and Évariste...
Category
Early 20th Century Belgian Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Wood
Antique Framed Oil Painting on Board by Ludovic Janssen
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique framed oil painting on board by Ludovic Janssen (1888-1954) is a splendid example of the Dutch painter's work, who specialized in post-impressionistic landscapes designed to ...
Category
Early 20th Century Dutch Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Canvas
