Fine Painting of Rudolph Valentino as Monsieur Beaucaire by Gaston Lavrillier

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38" (97 cm.) x 32" framed. Superbly-rendered painting under glass depicts a semi-profile of Rudolph Valentino in his signature costume from the film "Monsieur Beaucaire",with fine details of medallions,textiles,and coiffure. The painting is in its original frame with bronze label "Rudolph Valentino 1895-1926,as Monsieur Beaucaire,Painted by Gaston Albert Lavrillier",and the painting is signed by Lavrillier in the upper right corner. Lavrillier,born and studied in France,came to the Los Angeles area during the 1920s where he met with Valentino who agreed to sit for the portrait; the renowned artist is recognized not only his paintings but also for his sculpting. The painting was acquired by Ivan Dujan shortly after the death of Valentino and remained in his possession until the late 1970s when it was acquired at auction by Billie Nelson Tyrrell; a newspaper clipping concerning that auction is included with the painting. In a perfect state of preservation,with original frame. Circa 1925.