Oil on Wood Depicting Amiral Horatio Nelson in Military Costume England 19th

18th century oval portrait oil on canvas of an aristocrat The individual with the mischievous look wears a highly voluminous powdered starch hairdo. An earring on his ear is a rare example of coquetry in a picture. His corner smile and brave cheekbones distinguish the character. The eighteenth century is an era of grace. We have never seen men and women so properly prepared throughout history. The extravagant display was consistent with the rococo aesthetic. Powdered hairstyles became fashionable among males in the 17th century, under the reign of Louis14, the Sun King. At the period, France ruled fashion, and its influence expanded to other countries. This gentleman reflects the entirety of the Grand Siecle...

Portrait of the 20th century signed Henri Descamps (1898-1990) Young dark-haired girl seated wearing a white dress with shades of pink and blue with red stripes, hands crossed, and a...

English painted wood dummy board depicting a royal navy lieutenant. Inscribed 'Made in England' on the reverse. Measures: 41" high x 21" wide x 9" deep ...

Lord Nelson British school, late 20th century signed oil on canvas, framed framed: 16.5 x 13.5 inches canvas: 14 x 11 inches provenance: private collection, London condition: very go...