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Antique 19th Century French Double Portrait Love Story in Folk Art Style
Antique 19th Century French Double Portrait Love Story in Folk Art Style
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Warm smiles and gentle intimacy radiate from this unique double portrait of a French couple, painted during the Louis Philippe period. This portrait stands out for its distinctive folk art charm and rare side-by-side composition--a departure from the formal individual portraits typical of the era. The artist's folk art sensibility brings personality to every brushstroke, from the gentleman's slightly impish grin to his wife's serene expression beneath her delicate lace bonnet. Their gentle smiles and warm expressions suggest a couple sharing moments of genuine happiness.
Key Features:
- Medium: Oil on canvas mounted on panel
- Period: Mid-19th century (Louis Philippe era)
- Dimensions: 16.5" x 13.3" with frame
- Signature: Signed and dated upper middle (also documented on back label)
- Condition: Excellent antique condition, original gilt frame with ornate floral motifs. Please see the photos for details.
The rich burgundy tones of their clothing and the skilled rendering of textures, from his crisp cravat to her delicate lace, demonstrate the artist's attention to detail while maintaining the endearing immediacy of folk art.
Perfect for collectors of French portraiture, folk art enthusiasts, or those drawn to authentic representations of historical romance. The painting's intimacy and charm make it especially fitting for a Valentine's Day collection.
DELIVERY & RETURNS
DELIVERY & RETURNS
✈️ Shipping & Delivery
Painting will be shipped from France. We offer free international shipping to the U.S., Canada, and Europe, and affordable rates to the rest of the world. All items are insured and carefully packaged to ensure they arrive safely. Delivery typically takes 5–15 business days, depending on your location.
🇺🇸 U.S. customers: All of our pieces--vintage and antique (100+ years old) original paintings--are exempt from import duties and tariffs. As of August 2025, this remains true. We provide the correct documentation to ensure your order clears customs smoothly.
🇬🇧 UK customers: Antique artworks are duty-free and qualify for a reduced 5% VAT at import, not the full rate.
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Most of our paintings will be shipped straight from France unless specified otherwise. While we aim to send them your way as quickly as possible, very occasional delays may occur, as some of our beloved French partners have a certain je ne sais quoi and like to take their time preparing the paintings. You can’t rush good things in life, after all—and we’re talking about French antique and vintage paintings here 🇫🇷
Return
We offer a 7-day return policy, giving you 7 days after receiving your item to request a return. Please note that you will need to cover the return shipping costs.
Gift cards are nonrefundable.
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