Old World Portraits
Mary Hickey
Joshua Reynolds
An elegant 18th-century portrait of a young woman characterized by soft lighting and a sophisticated, moody palette.
Portrait of the Chevalier d'Eon in Female Costume
Joshua Reynolds
1782 · Paint, Canvas
An elegant monochromatic portrait of the Chevalier d'Eon, showcasing the masterful brushwork of Sir Joshua Reynolds.
$129
For the selected configuration
From $129
1 frame size
Frame size
Frame color
Mount
Paper type
Glaze
Made to order in ~2 business days · Free U.S. standard shipping (typically 5–8 business days after dispatch)
Where it works
A grounded artwork with confident presence with crisp neutral depth — brings a composed sense of weight.
- Often works in
- Library · Study · Office
- Placement
- Works well in taller wall spaces with room around it
- Walls
- Reads clearly against pale walls or deeper settings
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Soft gray
About the piece
This striking black and white portrait by Sir Joshua Reynolds depicts the Chevalier d'Eon, a celebrated 18th-century diplomat and soldier. Dressed in elaborate female costume with a voluminous lace cap and ruffled collar, the sitter's dignified expression is captured with the sophisticated lighting and psychological depth characteristic of Reynolds’ Grand Style. The monochromatic treatment emphasizes the intricate textures of the lace and the painterly confidence of the brushwork.
More like this
