Portrait of an Artist by unknown French artist, 19th Century
The creator of “Portrait of an Artist” is an intriguing puzzle. For many years it was attributed to Eugene Delacroix and was believed to be a portrait of his close friend Baron Von Schwiter. However, further research revealed this to be unlikely. The mystery and the romantic beauty of this work continues to intrigue historians and art lovers alike.
source: Tom Swope, Kimblewick, Avventura