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Early 19th Century Gilded Silhouette Portrait of a Lady
Harrington Antiques
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Early 19th Century Gilded Silhouette Portrait of a Lady

19th century
Description

A fine early 19th century gilded silhouette portrait of a lady.

The work is well executed with intricate gilded detailing to the hair and clothing. The work is housed in a period gilt wood frame.

There is a small gap to the top of the frame where the paper has been pushed down ever so slightly (note this is not visible when viewed face on). There is a small chip to the bottom of the frame (please see photographs).

A fine silhouette portrait which displays extremely well.

Dimensions (framed):-

Height: 12cm

Width: 9cm

Depth: 1.75cm

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Physical Dimensions
Height
12cm (4.72")
Width
9cm (3.54")
Depth
1.75cm (0.69")
Declaration

Harrington Antiques has dated this Antique Gilded Silhouette Portrait to the Regency era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1230034
Dealers Internal Reference
7846b
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Description
A fine early 19th century gilded silhouette portrait of a lady.

The work is well executed with intricate gilded detailing to the hair and clothing. The work is housed in a period gilt wood frame.

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There is a small gap to the top of the frame where the paper has been pushed down ever so slightly (note this is not visible when viewed face on).
Harrington Antiques

There is a small chip to the bottom of the frame (please see photographs).

fig 1. An oval framed Regency-era miniature silhouette depicting the profile of a lady embellished with fine gold detailing, set within a beaded gilt frame.
fig 1. Early 19th Century Gilded Silhouette Portrait of a Lady

A fine silhouette portrait which displays extremely well.

Dimensions (framed):-

Height: 12cm

Width: 9cm

Depth: 1.75cm

DELIVERY

UK Mainland: FREE

International Delivery: Please contact us for a shipping quote.

Height
12cm (4.72")
Width
9cm (3.54")
Depth
1.75cm (0.69")
Date of Manufacture

Harrington Antiques has dated this Antique Gilded Silhouette Portrait to the Regency era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1230034
Dealers Internal Ref
7846b
Harrington Antiques
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Antiques & decorative interior pieces.

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Archive I An oval framed Regency-era miniature silhouette depicting the profile of a lady embellished with fine gold detailing, set within a beaded gilt frame.

Early 19th Century Gilded Silhouette Portrait of a Lady

Archive II An oval framed Regency-era miniature silhouette depicting the profile of a lady embellished with fine gold detailing, set within a beaded gilt frame. View II
Archive III An oval framed Regency-era miniature silhouette depicting the profile of a lady embellished with fine gold detailing, set within a beaded gilt frame. View III
Archive IV An oval framed Regency-era miniature silhouette depicting the profile of a lady embellished with fine gold detailing, set within a beaded gilt frame. View IV
Archive V An oval framed Regency-era miniature silhouette depicting the profile of a lady embellished with fine gold detailing, set within a beaded gilt frame. View V
Archive VI An oval framed Regency-era miniature silhouette depicting the profile of a lady embellished with fine gold detailing, set within a beaded gilt frame. View VI
Archive VII An oval framed Regency-era miniature silhouette depicting the profile of a lady embellished with fine gold detailing, set within a beaded gilt frame. View VII
Archive VIII An oval framed Regency-era miniature silhouette depicting the profile of a lady embellished with fine gold detailing, set within a beaded gilt frame. View VIII
Archive IX An oval framed Regency-era miniature silhouette depicting the profile of a lady embellished with fine gold detailing, set within a beaded gilt frame. View IX
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An oval framed Regency-era miniature silhouette depicting the profile of a lady embellished with fine gold detailing, set within a beaded gilt frame.
Early 19th Century Gilded Silhouette Portrait Of A Lady
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An oval framed Regency-era miniature silhouette depicting the profile of a lady embellished with fine gold detailing, set within a beaded gilt frame.
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FAQs

A silhouette portrait is a profile image rendered in a single dark colour, popular from the late 18th to the mid-19th century before photography became widespread. Often painted on glass, card, or plaster, these miniatures were frequently embellished with fine metallic detailing to show hair and clothing features.

Silhouettes were produced using dark ink, watercolours, or cut paper, occasionally highlighted with gold leaf or bronze paint. They were usually framed in brass, ebonised wood, or carved gilt frames with convex glass covers to protect the delicate media.

Authentic silhouettes from the Georgian and Regency eras show delicate hand-painted embellishments, aged paper support with light foxing, and period-correct backing fixtures. The frame construction often displays hand-carved details, gilding wear, or original brass hanging rings.

Antique silhouette portraits work well hung as part of a gallery wall alongside varied artwork sizes or displayed on a mantlepiece easel. Their compact scale makes them ideal for styling narrow alcoves, deep window sills, or bookshelf arrangements.

Display the portrait away from direct sunlight and humid environments to prevent paper fading, warping, or foxing. Clean the glass cover gently with a dry, soft cloth, avoiding liquid cleaners that could seep into the frame and damage the artwork.
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