'A Gentleman And A Maid' By Charles Léon Cardon (1850 – 1921) Signed, Dated 1880
£7,500
Shopping at Vinterior
-
14-day return guarantee
-
Outstanding customer service
-
Secure payment
-
Buyer protection
-
Trees planted for every purchase

Item details
Height
70.0 cm
Width
59.0 cm
Depth
10.0 cm
Wear conditions
Good
Included
Wear conditions
Excellent
Shows little to no signs of wear and tear.
Good
May show slight traces of use in keeping with age. Most vintage and antique items fit into this condition.
Average
Likely to show signs of some light scratching and ageing but still remains in a fair condition.
Apparent Wear and Tear
Visible signs of previous use including scratches, chips or stains.
Please refer to condition report, images or make a seller enquiry for additional information.
Description
Charles Léon Cardon
1850 – Brussels – 1921
Belgian Painter
'A Gentleman and a Maid'
Signature: signed top right and dated ‘Ch. Léon Cardon - 1880’
Medium: oil on canvas
Dimensions: image 55 x 44 cm, frame size 70 x 59 cm
Note: Charles Léon Cardon was besides an artist himself, also a fervent art collector and designer. He was a founding member of the Optique Belge and was also responsible for redecorating museums of fine art as well as modern art in the late 20th century.
Biography: Charles Léon Cardon, a Belgian painter born on April 18, 1850, in Brussels, was known for his evocative genre scenes and serene landscapes. Cardon's artistic journey began in a city renowned for its rich cultural heritage. His work reflects not only his technical prowess but also a deep appreciation for the subtleties of everyday life and the natural world.
Cardon was more than just an artist; he was also a passionate art collector and a skilled designer. His dedication to the arts extended beyond his own creations, influencing the broader art community in Belgium. As a founding member of Optique Belge, Cardon played a crucial role in the promotion and support of visual arts within the country.
One of his significant contributions was the redecoration of the museums of fine art and modern art in the late 19th century. His vision and meticulous attention to detail helped transform these spaces into vibrant centers of artistic expression and cultural preservation.
The artist died in his hometown on September 5, 1920. A bronze bust of the artist is in the Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium, signed by Thomas Vinçotte (Antwerp 1850 - Brussels 1925). This sculpture of Cardon's head and shoulders was generously donated by the Amis de Charles Léon Cardon in 1926, symbolizing the lasting admiration and respect he garnered from his peers and successors.
Literature:
Allgemeines Künstlerlexikon: Die Bildenden Künstler Aller Zeiten und Völker
Allgemeines Lexikon der Bildenden Künstler: Von der Antike bis zur Gegenwart
Beeldend Benelux: Biografisch Handboek
Allgemeines Lexikon der Bildenden Künstler des XX Jahrhunderts
Biografisch Woordenboek der Belgische Kunstenaars van 1830 tot 1970
De Belgische Beeldende Kunstenaars uit de 19de en 20ste Eeuw
Dictionary of Belgian Painters Born Between 1750 and 1875
Lexicon of the Belgian Romantic Painters
Dictionnaire Critique et Documentaire des Peintres, Sculpteurs, Dessinateurs et Graveurs
Condition report:
The artwork is elegantly presented within a beautiful frame, impeccably preserved in its goed condition.
This piece is showcased in a state suitable for immediate gallery hanging, having undergone professional review.
Additional dimensions information:
Dimensions: image 55 x 44 cm, frame size 70 x 59 cm
Cancellations
We offer free cancellations and full refund for orders cancelled before dispatching. View full policy.
Returns
We have a 14-day return guarantee for orders from individual sellers, within the UK and European Union. View full policy.
Transport, Packaging and Crating, Worldwide for Fine Art.
We offer a reliable, safe and custom solution for fragile, delicate and high value items.
Pickup at gallery from Bruges, Belgium.
Customized packing and crating.
Worldwide door delivery from Belgium or the United Kingdom by air, road or sea transport.
Personal service at the most economic rate.
Estimated delivery time
Less than one week
Free collection available
Yes
Similar Paintings
Similar Paintings
More from this seller
More from this seller
Choose a Wishlist
Create Wishlist
- Selling at Vinterior since 2023
- Ships from Bruges, Belgium
Cancellations and Returns
Last updated: 24th March 2025
We want everybody’s Vinterior experience to be seamless, so both buyers and sellers can fall in love with pre-loved. We designed our Terms of sale to treat everybody fairly.
However, sometimes things don’t go exactly to plan, and you may need to cancel or return an order.
To prevent this, we encourage you to check listings, photos and descriptions carefully before you buy. If you aren’t sure about a piece’s condition, size, provenance or shipping, just ask; click Contact seller to get in touch. Always contact your seller first if you have any queries, at any point in your purchase.
Our buyers receive the same protection when buying from all our sellers, both professional and verified.
Can I cancel an order?
There are many reasons why you might need to cancel an order, and you'll often be entitled to a refund. To cancel an order, click Create cancellation on the order page.
If you cancel your order before it has been dispatched, you will receive a full refund - including delivery costs. However, if your item has been shipped, delivery costs will not be included in your refund.
Please note: orders of bespoke, personalised or made-to-order pieces cannot be cancelled.
Can I return an order?
We understand that sometimes a piece isn’t the perfect fit. So if you no longer want your order, our returns process will ensure it finds a new home fast.
The Vinterior Guarantee included with your purchase entitles you to 14-day returns - allowing you to return any item within 14 days of the delivery date (except in specific circumstances, detailed below).
You can return your order if...
It isn't what you expected
If what arrives isn’t what you ordered, you can open a return. Just send us some photo evidence that the listing was inaccurate, misleading or misrepresented your purchased piece, and you’ll receive a refund.
You change your mind
If you don’t feel a piece is right for your space, you can return it. Once you request a change of mind return, you’ll be responsible for shipping the piece back to your seller as soon as possible. Delivery costs are non-refundable.
It's damaged in transit
In the rare event that an item arrives damaged or defective, you have a full 30 days from the date of delivery to return it for a full refund.
If your purchase arrives broken, always let us know. If Proovia delivered the piece, we can raise an insurance claim on the seller’s behalf. Or, the seller can raise a claim with their chosen courier.
What can't I return?
Just as there are some orders you can’t cancel, there are some you cant return, too. Personalised, bespoke or made-to-order pieces are non-returnable, and non-refundable. Sellers may also reject your return if the item has been altered in any way.
Please note: pieces on our site are pre-loved, not new. They may show some wear and tear; this is not sufficient grounds for a refund, unless the seller has misrepresented the item’s condition.
Lastly, neither Vinterior nor our sellers are liable for any damages or loss sustained in transit via third parties.
I'm eligible for a return. Now what?
To initiate a return, log into your Vinterior account, then go to the relevant order page and click Create a return. In the return request, be sure to include all the details: the reason for your return, an in-depth description, and photos of any issues or damage.
How will I receive my refund?
Once the seller confirms they’ve received the item (in the same condition it was sent), we will send your refund to your original payment method.
All items are inspected on return. If the seller receives the return with damage they don’t recognise, we will not be able to process your refund and the seller may need to send the piece back to you. You will be required to cover these delivery costs.