Undeniable charisma for this handsome man with an insightful and frank look, with a neat beard, in muted shades of green, muted gray, ocher - remarkable and fine treatment of the face, skin tone - 
 
 monogrammed portrait h C 1885 - 
 unusual format, almost square - 
 no restoration, well stretched canvas on key frame - 
 
 Initially this portrait was presented under glass in a large gold stucco frame with a protective glass, which marks the importance of the subject -. 
 Sold as is - see photos for viewing.