Old oil painting on canvas portrait of a woman with a red bow, late 19th century

Antique oil on canvas painting depicting a three-quarter portrait of a notable woman from the late 19th century. Signed and dated 1871 upper right. She wears a black garment adorned with lace at the collar and a large red bow. Her jewelry is typical of the late 19th century, with a large cross mounted on a velvet ribbon around her neck. Her red earrings echo her bow. Frame dimensions: 66.5 X 59 cm - canvas only: 60 X 49 cm. Marks of age, repainting, flaking, cracks, stains, and patina. Charming and authentic. Careful and well-protected shipping.