European school (XVIII) – Old Master Drawing - Portrait of a Young Nobleman with Ribboned Hat – Watercolour Drawing ...

European school (XVIII) – Old Master Drawing - Portrait of a Young Nobleman with Ribboned Hat – Watercolour Drawing (1779)
This elegant late 18th-century portrait captures the refined features and costume of a young nobleman, executed in soft yet confident washes of watercolour. The subject wears a distinctive high-domed hat with a flowing ribbon, and a voluminous pleated collar that reflects fashion trends of the period. His expression is calm and introspective, rendered with delicate tonal transitions and fine brushwork around the eyes and mouth. The composition is distinguished by its balance of light and shadow, emphasizing the sitter's aristocratic poise.Attributed to the European school, the drawing is signed "Colmetti" and dated 1779. Little is known about the artist, but the work clearly demonstrates formal training, likely within the Italian or French portrait tradition.Provenance: The Winfield Robbins print collection of Arlington, Massachusetts.Artist or Maker:Colmetti (active late 18th century)Medium:Watercolour on laid paperDate:1779Dimensions:22 cm x 26 cmCondition Report:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.