Pierre Gobert (Circle), Portrait Of A Lady

Pierre Gobert (Circle), Portrait Of A LadyThis splendid late 17th century half length portrait depicts a young lady wearing a red velvet mantua embroidered in gold, together with a white chemise and cloak. Produced around 1695, its conceivable that the sitter here is attired in an outfit befitting the lavish ornamentation of Louis XIVs court. During the extravagant reign of the Sun King, courtiers were expected to invest significantly in their appearance (often to the point of bankruptcy) to

Medium: Oil on canvasOverall size: 35½” x 42½” / 90cm x 108cmYear of creation: c

A member of various associations

This gentle portrayal of four siblings captures a memorable day in their lives

The gentlemen sport a variety of hats

Our reference: BRV1259

a successful wine merchant of French descent

Medium: Oil on canvasOverall size: 38” x 33½” / 97cm x 85cmYear of creation: c

discoloured by the passing of time

citizens mingle to discuss various wares

Academy President

Prior to Robbe’s influence

It’s essentially a Victorian ‘drive-through’