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Painted Silhouette of Mr Nichol of the Cornish
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Painted Silhouette of Mr Nichol of the Cornish

18th century
Sold 1 August 2025 · Wigs on the Green
This “Painted Silhouette of Mr Nichol of the Cornish” found a buyer.

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Description

Painted on card with his face in black and the uniform in colour, this officer is named on the reverse as Mr Nichol of The Cornish. He wears a red coat faced with navy, a cross belt decorated with a regimental red star badge, and a fantail hat with a feather plume.

Although inscribed reverse as being by Buncombe or Dillon and dating to the late 18th century, no firm attribution has been possible. The silhouette has a little rubbing to the epaulette but is otherwise good. It is housed in a period ebonised frame with a crenellated gilt inner border, a style of frame also used by Mrs Harrington at that time. The frame has a scattering of old worm holes.

Framed Size: 130 x 105mm

Provenance: Acquired for the Christie Collection in 1943

Date of Manufacture

Wigs on the Green has dated this Antique Painted Silhouette to the Georgian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
13cm (5.12")
Width
10.5cm (4.13")
Reference Numbers
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SA1157019
Dealers Internal Reference
C533
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Description
Painted on card with his face in black and the uniform in colour, this officer is named on the reverse as Mr Nichol of The Cornish.
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He wears a red coat faced with navy, a cross belt decorated with a regimental red star badge, and a fantail hat with a feather plume.
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fig 1. An oval-framed antique painted silhouette depicting a profile of a military figure in uniform.
fig 1. Painted Silhouette of Mr Nichol of the Cornish

Although inscribed reverse as being by Buncombe or Dillon and dating to the late 18th century, no firm attribution has been possible. The silhouette has a little rubbing to the epaulette but is otherwise good. It is housed in a period ebonised frame with a crenellated gilt inner border, a style of frame also used by Mrs Harrington at that time. The frame has a scattering of old worm holes.

Framed Size: 130 x 105mm

Provenance: Acquired for the Christie Collection in 1943

Date of Manufacture

Wigs on the Green has dated this Antique Painted Silhouette to the Georgian era.

Height
13cm (5.12")
Width
10.5cm (4.13")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1157019
Dealers Internal Ref
C533
Wigs on the Green
Wigs on the Green
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2020

Small portraiture of character & historical interest

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Archive I An oval-framed antique painted silhouette depicting a profile of a military figure in uniform. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Painted Silhouette of Mr Nichol of the Cornish

Archive II An oval-framed antique painted silhouette depicting a profile of a military figure in uniform. View II
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An oval-framed antique painted silhouette depicting a profile of a military figure in uniform.
Painted Silhouette of Mr Nichol of the Cornish
Ref: SA1157019
An oval-framed antique painted silhouette depicting a profile of a military figure in uniform.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectWall Art
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialPaper, Wood, Gilt
  • ColourBlack
  • MotifsProfile portrait, Military uniform, Gilt accents
  • SizeH 13 cm (5 in) x W 10.5 cm (4 in)

FAQs

Silhouette portraits gained immense popularity in the 18th and 19th centuries as an affordable alternative to painted miniatures, capturing a persons profile before the invention of photography.

They were typically created using black card or paper, often enhanced with India ink, watercolours, or gilt highlights, and mounted within wood, papier-mache, or brass frames.

Authentic pieces often exhibit period framing techniques, hand-cut paper with slight irregularities, oxidised backing papers, and handwritten contemporary identifications or labels.

They work effectively when clustered on a gallery wall alongside other small-scale artworks, adding historical depth and graphic contrast to contemporary spaces.

To prevent fading and paper degradation, display them away from direct sunlight, maintain stable humidity levels, and ensure they are framed using acid-free materials.
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