Quiet Street Antiques of Bath has dated this piece to the Regency era.
She wears a pearl necklace and holds a book to her face. The gilt metal (perhaps gold) frame incorporates 42 real natural pearls. 3.5 x 3ins. (Outer Case:5.25 x 4,75ins)
The back has an interesting printed inscription relating to the retailer, one "M. Smith, 2, Old North Street, Red Lion Square".
Quiet Street Antiques of Bath has dated this piece to the Regency era.
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