17th

century

Oil on canvas

French

Portrait of a young man

Elle, Louis Ferdinand (the Elder) (c.1612-89)

This portrait of a young man was long attributed to Sébastien Bourdon (q.v.) whose portrait style is distinct and entirely different from this work. The sitter has not been identified but from his costume he appears to be middle class rather than aristocratic. The standard dress gives no indication as to his profession.

Schorr Collection, UK / © The Schorr Collection / Bridgeman Images

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