Pair of 19th Century Portraits – Two Twin Sisters – Pastel on Paper

RARE Pair of 19th Century Portraits – Two Twin Sisters – Pastel on Paper – Oval Frame – 66.5 x 54 cm

A very fine pair of original 19th century portraits depicting two young girls with similar features, probably twin sisters. Painted in dry pastel on paper, these portraits offer great finesse in the rendering of expressions, hair, and fabrics. The style and technique suggest a late 19th century creation, in the tradition of romantic bourgeois portraiture.

Each work is mounted in an original oval-shaped cardboard mat, unframed.

Item Details:
Period: Late 19th century (circa 1880-1900)
Medium: Soft pastel on paper
Subject: Portraits of two young girls (probably twin sisters)
Framing: Antique cardboard mount, gilt border
Overall dimensions: 66.5 cm x 54 cm
Visible dimensions of the portraits: approximately 49 cm x 39 cm (oval format)

Condition:
Left portrait: Good overall condition, with some minor age-related marks and rubbing, but not serious.
Right portrait: Several visible defects: tears, cracks, and lifting in the paper, mainly in dark areas and on the clothing (see close-up photos).
Both pieces show wear consistent with their age, particularly on the mounts.

These elements are reflected in the price. Sold as is, ideal for collecting or restoration.

Shipping & Packaging:
Shipped with great care. Each portrait will be carefully protected to prevent damage.
International shipping.

Notes:
An authentic and emotionally charged decorative piece, despite the flaws in the second portrait. The quality of the work, the rarity of the subject (two twin girls), and the old-fashioned charm of the whole make it a choice acquisition.