Paul-Antoine Hallez, Portrait Of A Lady With An Umbrella 1870s this piece appears to be

this piece appears to be an original by a skilful hand

It has an unusual atmospheric quality and the details are lifelike and sharp

if you would prefer them to be improved

Size including frame 18½” x 16” / 47cm x 41cm x 5cm

Johan Larentius Carolinus Leksell (1874-1932)

Paul-Antoine Hallez, Portrait Of A Lady With An Umbrella 1870s this piece appears to beThis early 20th century portrait by French painter Paul Antoine Hallez (1872 1965) depicts a formidable lady with her left hand resting on an umbrella. It has an unusual atmospheric quality and the details are lifelike and sharp. The subject is wearing an impressive outfit incorporating a large lace jabot, wide brimmed black hat, embroidered silk cuffs with lace flounces, and a fur draped around her neck. We spoke to a collector of antique fashion,