Lot 969 , Early 20th century French School Miniature of an 18th century lady, 2..75in. in a silver and simulated tortoiseshell compact case

Early 20th century French School Miniature of an 18th century lady, 2..75in. in a silver and simulated tortoiseshell compact case

Early 20th century French School
oil on ivorine,
Miniature of an 18th century lady,
2..75in. in a silver and simulated tortoiseshell compact case
Estimate £80-120

Some fine scattered white dirt or mould specks showing beneath the glass, these appear to be as much on the glass as the image, otherwise good condition, no hallmarks or otherwise upon the silver, one hairline crack running through the top of the tortoiseshell lid approx. for 0.5 inch.


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