Portrait Of A Gentleman, dated 1943. Fine large 1943 French WWII era portrait of a woman in a gentleman, oil on canvas. An engaging portrait of the man set against the backdrop of the countryside and wearing a mac (possibly an artist) One of a pair we have, the other of his wife. The portrait is in immaculate unrestored original clean condition and comes presented in its original antique gilt frame. Not much is known about Mroz’s artists career or life. She may have abandoned painting due to the war or lost her life during it. Signed lower right and dated “avrile 1943″. Provenance: removed from a private estate, Oxfordshire. Measurements: 95cm x 75cm framed approx. Our gallery carefully selects its paintings based on their quality and importance. Surrey Fine Arts only sell original antique oil paintings. As well as our own expertise at Surrey Fine Arts many of our works of art are assessed and authenticated by leading UK and International specialists in their field. We have exclusive contacts to some of the UK’s best restorers. Surrey Fine Arts are specialist. British, Old Masters and Impressionist paintings. The gallery, based in heart of Surrey, carries a large eclectic inventory of important works offering our clients a professional service with complete discretion. We have exclusive connections with dealers, galleries and private collectors internationally. Simply select the country destination to find the appropriate rate. Our paintings are photographed in a well lit gallery and are a true reflection of how they will be viewed in situ. All of our paintings are authentic original antique works of art. We do not sell prints or modern reproductions. Add to Favourite Sellers. Sign up to Newsletter. View more great items. Early 20th century PORTRAIT OF MRS CATHERINE DARLEY by BOLESLAW VON SZANKOWSKI. This listing is currently undergoing maintenance, we apologise for any inconvenience caused.