FRENCH SCHOOL, 18th c.
portrait of a bearded gentleman
written on stretcher Mignon de Henry III
unsigned, o/c, 16 by 12.5 in., gilt decorated ebonized frame
Mignon is a term used to designate the favourites of Henry III, d. 1589, of France during the French Wars of Religion (1562-98) between Catholics and Huguenots. The mignons were fashionable and frivolous young men upon whom the king bestowed abundant gifts.
Condition: some paint losses
Estimate: $600 - $800
Realized: $1,600 - Excluding Buyer's Premium
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Lot 20 : FRENCH SCHOOL, 18th c.
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