A charming antique Victorian hand-painted silk portrait mounted within a circular mahogany frame, dating from the late 19th century.
The delicate portrait of a young lady has been painted directly onto silk, surrounded by an elaborate border of decorative beadwork and faceted glass paste stones, creating a richly textured composition typical of Victorian decorative arts. The subtle colours and soft finish of the painted silk give the piece a gentle, ethereal quality.
Presented in its original turned mahogany frame with hanging loop, this unusual decorative plaque would make a wonderful addition to a gallery wall or period interior, lending itself equally well to Victorian, maximalist and cottagecore décor.
The reverse retains its original paper backing, showing expected age-related wear and losses. The frame displays minor marks and wear consistent with age, while the painted silk and decorative beadwork remain attractively presented.
Measures approximately 15 cm in diameter and 3 cm deep (5.9 × 1.2 inches).
The delicate portrait of a young lady has been painted directly onto silk, surrounded by an elaborate border of decorative beadwork and faceted glass paste stones, creating a richly textured composition typical of Victorian decorative arts. The subtle colours and soft finish of the painted silk give the piece a gentle, ethereal quality.
Presented in its original turned mahogany frame with hanging loop, this unusual decorative plaque would make a wonderful addition to a gallery wall or period interior, lending itself equally well to Victorian, maximalist and cottagecore décor.
The reverse retains its original paper backing, showing expected age-related wear and losses. The frame displays minor marks and wear consistent with age, while the painted silk and decorative beadwork remain attractively presented.
Measures approximately 15 cm in diameter and 3 cm deep (5.9 × 1.2 inches).