Portrait of a Man with Wine Glass by Stanley Perlow

This item is an original oil painting on board, measuring approximately 12x16 inches (estimated based on framing proportions). The artwork features a character study of an elderly man wearing a black skullcap, a blue jacket, and a vibrant red scarf, holding a glass of wine. The palette is dominated by earthy, muted tones in the background, which creates a sharp contrast against the saturated red of the scarf and the lifelike skin tones of the subject. The artist, Stanley Perlow, has utilized a realistic style with visible impasto in the highlights, particularly on the forehead and the wine glass. A prominent cursive signature is visible in the upper-left quadrant. The painting is housed in a multi-layered frame consisting of a thin gold-colored inner liner and a wide, cream-colored linen-textured mat or outer frame. The condition appears to be very good with no visible cracking or paint loss, though the linen mat shows some slight aging. This piece likely dates to the mid-20th century, reflecting a traditional illustrative style common in mid-century American portraiture. The craftsmanship is high, demonstrating a mastery of light and texture, especially in the rendering of the subject's weathered facial features and the reflective surface of the glassware.