Decorative Arts and Silver Online Auction

June 26, 2014

LOT 309

Lot 309

Italian School, Portrait Miniature on Ivory, 1806

Italian School, Portrait Miniature on Ivory, 1806
Lot 309 Details
Italian School, Portrait Miniature on Ivory, 1806

gouache on oval panel of a Napoleonic sub-Lieutenant, monogrammed lower right R.C., Italian inscription verso “il suo ritratto nel 1806”, (the portrait of him in 1806) in later frame
2.2" x 1.7" — 5.7 x 4.4 cm.
contains material which may be subject to import/export regulation

Estimate $200-$300

Realised: $552
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

CONDITION DETAILS

Small split or old repair above sitters head at left, the overall shape possibly trimmed around perimeter

LOT 309
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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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