Lot 143 , 18th century and later Miniatures (4)

18th century and later
4 watercolour and gouache on ivory
Miniatures of a gentleman by William Grimaldi (1751-1830); a young girl holding a bird, Circle of Bernard Lens (1682-1740)
one dated 1809

Estimate £200-300

https://www.gorringes.co.uk/news/west-horsley-place-attic-sale-8th-january-2018

Only one miniature is signed 'W.G.', just above his shoulder on the left. It is the portrait of the gentleman in oval frame.The other 3 are unsigned.


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Sold for £650