Lot # 7 - Wonderful Antique Original Portrait in Elaborate Frame

Opening Bid : $ 5.00
Pickup Instructions:
Start Date/Time: 03-Feb-2026 7:00:00 AM
End Date/Time: 10-Feb-2026 7:06:00 PM
Current bid:

$16.00

Highest bidder:

2156

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Description :

This is a truly wonderful portrait of a young woman. The rendering of her face and hands is lovely - reminds us of northern Renaissance painting when those elements were the highlights of portraiture with everyone attired in dark clothing. Lovely brushwork on cuffs and collar as well as a hint of sparkling earrings that contrast with the scholarly setting.

While we don't know who the sitter is or when the portrait was done, looking at the back might offer some hints. The wood in the frame and the backing wood is obviously quite old - see photos. There is also an inscription in red pencil on the back we think says "Carmencita New Orleans Art Show 1963". However, unless this artist was an expert on aging wood and canvas, we think this is actually quite a bit older - given the style of dress, we are guessing late 1800s. Perhaps it was purchased at an art show in 1963 rather than created then? Take a look at the crackling in the close-ups. 

 The painting is in a lovely wooden frame painted gold & embellished with flowers in relief. We think the frame has been repaired in places and repainted over the years - again, see photos.

Portrait measures 17" H x 15" W x 2" D framed.


Auction History

Highest bidder is 2156

Date Bid User
03-Feb-2026 10:38:22 AM $16.00 2156
03-Feb-2026 10:38:22 AM $15.00 ianguinta
03-Feb-2026 9:17:02 AM $5.00 2156

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