Portrait of Alice de Retz – 19th-Century French Oil Painting with Coat of Arms

Portrait of Alice de Retz – 19th-Century Oil Painting with Coat of Arms

A fine 19th-century oil portrait depicting Alice de Retz, shown in a dignified half-length composition against a dark, understated background. The sitter wears a dark peacock blue dress with a delicate lace collar and a miniature portrait brooch, details that emphasise both refinement and social standing.

In the upper left corner, the painting features the family coat of arms, reinforcing the aristocratic or notable lineage of the sitter and suggesting a private commission rather than a decorative study. The soft modelling of the face, restrained palette, and quiet confidence of the pose are entirely consistent with European portraiture of the period.

The work is offered unframed, allowing for individual presentation choices. A genuine period portrait with historical presence, ideal for collectors of 19th-century art or interiors seeking authenticity and character.

Subject: Alice de Retz
Medium: Oil on canvas
Dimensions: 55 x 46 cm
Period: 19th century
Condition: Good antique condition with expected age-related wear. Relined in antiquity.
Details: Painted coat of arms, top left
Presentation: Unframed