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Joseph Bowring (1760-1817) Portrait Miniature
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Joseph Bowring (1760-1817) Portrait Miniature

18th century
Sold 8 July 2025 · Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge
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It was listed by Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.

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Here we have a superb quality Joseph Bowring (b.c.1760, d. after 1817) miniature portrait of a Gentleman, bust length, wearing a white stock and cravat and black jacket, signed and dated with monogram JB 1804, on ivory, oval, the reverse with lock of hair and seed pearls 6.8cm by 5.6cmWith Non-Transferable Standard Ivory Exemption Declaration number 43MTUTBA Ivory free from splits. No notable paint wear. Mount free from damage but with expected wear.

Date of Manufacture

Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge has dated this Georgian Portrait Miniature to the 18th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
6.8cm (2.68")
Width
5.6cm (2.20")
Reference Numbers
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SA1048414
Dealers Internal Reference
7301
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Here we have a superb quality Joseph Bowring (b.c.1760, d. after 1817) miniature portrait of a Gentleman, bust length, wearing a white stock and cravat and black jacket, signed and dated with monogram JB 1804, on ivory, oval, the reverse with lock of hair and seed pearls 6.8cm by 5.
“
6cmWith Non-Transferable Standard Ivory Exemption Declaration number 43MTUTBA Ivory free from splits.
Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge

No notable paint wear. Mount free from damage but with expected wear.

Date of Manufacture

Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge has dated this Georgian Portrait Miniature to the 18th Century.

Height
6.8cm (2.68")
Width
5.6cm (2.20")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1048414
Dealers Internal Ref
7301
Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge
Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge
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An oval Georgian portrait miniature depicts a young man with brown curly hair wearing a dark coat and white cravat, set inside a gold frame with a suspension loop. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An oval Georgian portrait miniature depicts a young man with brown curly hair wearing a dark coat and white cravat, set inside a gold frame with a suspension loop. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Joseph Bowring (1760-1817) Portrait Miniature

Archive II An oval Georgian portrait miniature depicts a young man with brown curly hair wearing a dark coat and white cravat, set inside a gold frame with a suspension loop. View II
Archive III An oval Georgian portrait miniature depicts a young man with brown curly hair wearing a dark coat and white cravat, set inside a gold frame with a suspension loop. View III
Archive IV An oval Georgian portrait miniature depicts a young man with brown curly hair wearing a dark coat and white cravat, set inside a gold frame with a suspension loop. View IV
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Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge

Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge
Telephone 01422 843189 or 07917 652471
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26 Market Street
Hebden Bridge
West Yorkshire
HX7 6AA
United Kingdom
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Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge
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An oval Georgian portrait miniature depicts a young man with brown curly hair wearing a dark coat and white cravat, set inside a gold frame with a suspension loop.
Joseph Bowring (1760-1817) Portrait Miniature
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An oval Georgian portrait miniature depicts a young man with brown curly hair wearing a dark coat and white cravat, set inside a gold frame with a suspension loop.
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  • ObjectMiniature Painting
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialIvory, Gold, Glass, Watercolour
  • ColourMulticolour
  • MotifsOval format, Detailed facial stippling, Period attire, Suspension loop
  • SizeH 6.8 cm (3 in) x W 5.6 cm (2 in)

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Portrait miniatures are small, highly detailed paintings on ivory, vellum, or card that originated in the 16th century and reached peak popularity during the Georgian and Victorian eras as personal tokens of affection.

These works were typically painted in watercolour or gouache on thin slices of ivory, card, or vellum, and protected by convex glass set within gold, brass, or pinchbeck frames.

Authenticity is assessed by examining the fineness of the stipple or hatch brushwork under magnification, the natural ageing of the support material, the hand-forged characteristics of the metal frame, and period-appropriate clothing and hair styles.

These delicate pieces can be displayed within a gallery wall of mixed antique framed art, placed on a dedicated display stand within a cabinet, or hung individually on a narrow wall space using traditional brass wire.

Preservation requires keeping the miniature away from direct sunlight to prevent the fading of delicate watercolours, maintaining stable indoor humidity levels, and avoiding harsh cleaning agents on the historic metal frame.
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