19th Century Portrait Of A Young Man - By James Godsell Middleton (1805-1874)

A fine and richly coloured portrait of a handsome young gentleman (dated 12845) by the celebrated English portrait artist James Godsell Middleton (1805-1874)
The attractive sitter is pictured half length, his body slightly inclined within an oval cartouche. Perched upon an orange velvet chair, he really is the picture of elegance and refinement.
The stylish subject wears a tailored black wool coat with velvet collar, over a silver waistcoat and high coloured white shirt, which is held in place with a striped silk stock tied at the neck.
The vigorous and fluid handling of this portrait shows all the confident hallmarks of this supremely talented artist. The modelling of the hair and face is particularly well executed making this sensitive and tender work a fine representation of male beauty.
James Godsell Middleton (1805-1874)
Middleton was a British artist well known in his day and a popular choice amongst the aristocracy. Amongst others he depicted Napoleon III, Viscountess Beaconsfield, Countess of Blessington, 2nd Baron Carrington, 3rd Earl of Malmesbury, 3rd Marquess of Londonderry, Countess of Portarlington etc. His work is found in various museums around the world and the British Government’s art collection and various National Trust properties. Middleton’s portrait of Charles William Stewart, 3rd Marquess of Londonderry sold in 2004 for $122,419 and is currently held at Mount Stewart, National Trust.
This fine painting is presented in an excellent state of conservation and is ready to hang and enjoy in a later antique swept frame.
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Canvas: 20" x 16" / 50cm x 41cm. Frame: 24"x 20" / 61cm x 52cm.