Jean Guynier
Portrait of a Lady with Flowers
Oil on canvas (edges relined). 76 x 61 cm (octagonal).
Inscribed to the back of the canvas: J. Guynier pingebat.
Jean Guynier was born and died in Grenoble. He is primarily known for his portraits of members of the aristocracy and high officials. The present oval portrait in a finely carved frame depicts a young lady in elegant courtly attire with a pearl necklace holding a bouquet.