138: A LARGE 19TH CENTURY FRENCH OIL ON CANVAS PAINTING

(CIRCA 1860.)
An interior scene depiction of a Nobleman practicing his elocution on the domestic help, complete with good atmospheric lighting effects, detail of fabrics and other interesting interior detail.
Canvas measures 29.5 x 43.5, frame is 36 x 48 inches.
Very good condition, noting that the work has been re-lined and there is a series of minor surface losses in a line at the left upper quadrant.
$1,000 - $2,000