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Portrait of a boy, between 1790 and 1810. Creator: English School
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Portrait of a boy, between 1790 and 1810. Creator: English School
Portrait of a boy, between 1790 and 1810
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This exquisite portrait, created between 1790 and 1810 by the English School, captures the essence of childhood during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The subject, a fair-haired boy, is depicted in an oval-shaped composition, dressed in the height of fashionable attire for his time. He wears a frock coat with brass buttons and a crisp white shirt, accessorized with a pendant necklace and enameled bracelet. The intricate details of his clothing, from the copper-colored enamelie bassetaille on his coat to the folds of his shirt sleeves, are rendered with meticulous care. The boy's hair is styled in a short, neatly combed style, and he gazes intently at an open book in his hands, suggesting a love for literature and learning. The portrait is reminiscent of the English tradition of miniature painting and the influence of French art, particularly the Musee Cognacq-Jay in Paris, which was a renowned institution for the collection and preservation of heritage art. This portrait is a testament to the beauty and elegance of children's wear during this period, and a reminder of the rich cultural heritage of fashion and art from the 18th and 19th centuries.
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