Antique Regency Portrait Oil Painting | Young Lady Sewing | Dated 1811 Early 19th Century Signed European Portrait, Gold Framed
A beautifully composed French portrait from 1811, painted by Charlotte Joséphine Sohier (1783–1857), capturing a young woman engaged in delicate needlework. There’s a remarkable balance between softness and precision—the smooth handling of the skin tones contrasts subtly with the more tactile rendering of the fabric and gloves. Her attire is understated yet elegant: a simple white dress with a high waistline typical of the Empire period, paired with long gloves and a delicate necklace. These details place the work firmly within its historical moment, just after the Napoleonic era, when refinement and simplicity defined portraiture.
Joséphine Sohier’s hand is confident and controlled, reflecting the academic training and discipline expected of artists working in early 19th century France. Female artists of this period were relatively rare, making signed works like this especially noteworthy.
Good antique condition consistent with age. Visible craquelure and light surface wear. Presents beautifully with a rich, stable surface. Has been completely restorer, including a new secondary canvas, new stretcher mount and professional cleaning with new varnish. The frame has age-related wear.
About the artist:
Charlotte Joséphine Sohier (1783–1857) was a French painter and engraver active in the early 19th century. Working during a time when opportunities for women in the arts were limited, she developed a reputation for refined portraiture, often focusing on intimate, carefully observed subjects. Her work reflects the influence of the Neoclassical tradition, with an emphasis on clarity, balance, and understated elegance.
Signed and dated: 1811
French School
Oil on canvas
Sizing incl Frame:
Height: 26.38 inch (67cm)
Width: 23.23 inch (59cm)
Depth: 2.17 inch (5.5cm)
Sizing Painting:
Height: 21.65 inch (55cm)
Width: 18.11 inch (46cm)
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