style of Nicolas de Largillierre (French, 1656-1746), Portrait of a Nobleman

Oil on canvas (lined), 18th century, unsigned, bust length portrait of a man in powdered wig and red robe, presented in a later gilt frame.

Stretcher size 32 x 25 1/2 in.; Frame dimensions 38 1/4 x 31 1/2 in.

Collection of a Gentleman, Fearrington, North Carolina

Minor stable craquelure; area of retouch to top left of sitter's wig and forehead.