Attributed to François Gérard (Rome, 1770 - Paris, 1837)

Attributed to François Gérard(Rome, 1770 - Paris, 1837) 'Portrait of a lady' Oil on canvas. 73,5 x 60 cm. Signed on the back 'Bron. Gerard' and untitled: 'Madame [S?]ix née Ostertag'. The canvas bears the stamp 'BELOT / Rue de l'Arbre-Sec / No. 3', referring to the famous Maison Belot, manufacturer and supplier of material for artists, founded in 1778 by Michel Belot. It was a reference for the great French painters of the 19th century. Provenance: - Important private collection. Barcelona. Early 20th century. Acquired in Paris.