Cat. No. 09
TINY 18TH C. PORTRAIT MINIATURE IN GOLD/DIAMOND BROOCH. This tiny but very fine portait of an 18th century lady is painted on ivory and is set in a brooch measuring just 1 inch (2.6 cm) across. The ribbon mount is set with a number of tiny rose-cut diamonds (tested..
metal - appears to be gold.
Due to delicate construction, I have not examined portrait outside of frame.
Possibly doing so might reveal some details of the sitter or the artist.
Creation Year: c18th Century
Measurements: 1 inche
Style: Portrait Miniature
Technique: watercolours on Ivory
Inscription:
Provenance: Private Collection
Artist:
Condition: In very good overall condition. two rose-cut diamonds missing
Please note: Shipping and insurance costs are not included in this offer.
(please note additional 16% tax applies for transactions concluded within Israel)
SHIPPING OPTIONS:
* 2-3 days door-to-door shipment, professionally packed and shipped with EMS worldwide: 87,78 GBP + insurance 1,8% of item price
* Cheaper alternative: professionally packed and shipped with regular Israeli mail - upon request under importantminiatures@.com (OBS: In this case maximal refunded insurance value is GBP 100).