A charming antique silhouette portrait miniature, dating from the 19th century and depicting a young woman in profile with her hair arranged in a bun and a high ruffled collar.
The dark silhouette is presented beneath glass within an oval gilt metal surround, mounted against a rectangular black ebonised backing. An ornate brass suspension fitting with floral detail completes the piece and gives it a particularly decorative appearance.
There is age-related fading, spotting and surface marking to the portrait and backing, together with light tarnishing and wear to the gilt metal surround and hanging fitting. A lovely small period portrait for a gallery wall, cabinet display or collection of antique miniatures.
Measures approximately 12.5 x 10.5 cm, or 4 7/8 x 4 1/8 inches.
The dark silhouette is presented beneath glass within an oval gilt metal surround, mounted against a rectangular black ebonised backing. An ornate brass suspension fitting with floral detail completes the piece and gives it a particularly decorative appearance.
There is age-related fading, spotting and surface marking to the portrait and backing, together with light tarnishing and wear to the gilt metal surround and hanging fitting. A lovely small period portrait for a gallery wall, cabinet display or collection of antique miniatures.
Measures approximately 12.5 x 10.5 cm, or 4 7/8 x 4 1/8 inches.