Pair Of Portraits Of A Woman And Her Husband, Oil On Canvas Circa 1830

Pair of portraits depicting a young couple of quality in 1830. She: under the reign of Louis-Philippe (1830-1848) fashion became more sedate. Until 1835, the female silhouette changed little: shoulders were bare by the boat neckline covered with large shawls. The leg-of-mutton sleeves (which were very tight) were swollen up to the elbow and then narrow on the forearm. The hairstyle became simpler: the Apollo knot was replaced by a braided chignon and flat headbands covered the ears. He: Jackets had long tails and wide lapels, the waistcoat was elegant and embroidered, the tie was worn loose as a scarf with a pin and worked buttons. Both women and men curled their hair, especially at the temples. Some varnish stains, relined and re-stretched. Size: 54 x 65 cm each painting.