{"product_id":"antique-orientalist-portrait-north-17704","title":"Antique Orientalist Portrait – North African Figure in Traditional Clothing, Large Painting in Gold Frame","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking French Orientalist portrait dating from around 1910, depicting a dignified West African figure wearing a large straw hat and traditional garments. The bold colours and confident brushwork create a powerful and atmospheric composition. The sitter is rendered with remarkable presence, his face partially shaded beneath the hat while vibrant textiles and layered garments frame the composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePainted around 1910, the work reflects the fascination many French artists had with cultures of the French colonial territories in West Africa, particularly regions that were then part of French Sudan and neighbouring territories. Artists traveling or working within the colonial world frequently painted portraits and scenes inspired by local people, dress, and atmosphere. Orientalist works from this period were often exhibited in Paris and collected by European audiences who were intrigued by depictions of life in the wider French colonial world. Portraits such as this one are particularly compelling because of their focus on character and individuality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood antique condition consistent with age. The painting presents beautifully with natural craquelure and age-related patina. The frame shows wear and patina appropriate for its age. The painting is presented in its antique gilt frame, whose aged patina complements the warm tones of the portrait.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrientalist French School\u003cbr\u003e Oil on Wood Board\u003cbr\u003e Circa 1910\u003cbr\u003e Orientalist subject\u003cbr\u003e Antique gilt frame\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSizing incl Frame:\u003cbr\u003e Height: 35.83 inch (91cm)\u003cbr\u003e Width: 28.74 inch (73cm)\u003cbr\u003e Depth: 1.77 inch (4.5cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSizing Painting:\u003cbr\u003e Height: 29.13 inch (74cm)\u003cbr\u003e Width: 22.83 inch (58cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFREE Worldwide Shipping\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInsurance:\u003cbr\u003e All products are shipped in good boxes and very well packaged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll products are shipped fully insured for international shipping. In the very rare event that a product does not arrive or arrives damaged, you will receive a full refund for the product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImports and a “Duty Free” classification:\u003cbr\u003e Antique paintings (+100 Years) are \"Duty Free\" within the USA, Canada, Australia and the European Union, you should NOT be charged any additional taxes for import and duty. As nearly all items in the shop are over 100 years old and classified as “antique” or “antique art” the objects are considered “Duty Free”. Amsterdam Curated will provide the appropriate certifications for the customs officials to ensure all qualified items will be shipped with this “Duty Free” classification. In the UK, it is not \"FREE\" but there is a reduced VAT of 5% paid at import.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AmsterdamCurated","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53799602585946,"sku":null,"price":1957.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0837\/8436\/8474\/files\/il_fullxfull.7797676958_rkjg.jpg?v=1773344441","url":"https:\/\/amsterdamcurated.com\/products\/antique-orientalist-portrait-north-17704","provider":"AmsterdamCurated","version":"1.0","type":"link"}