Jeff Sims Antiques has dated this piece to the Victorian era.
The easel back is of velvet. A charming and practical frame. Dimensions below.

Postage and packing :- £8.00 UK
£16.00 Worldwide
Condition :- Very good with no splits or holes. The backing is original and is somewhat distressed, with some mis-shaping, but this does not affect the use.
Hallmarks :- Clear and readable.
Date :- London 1899.
Maker :- Gourdel Vales & Co.
Height :- 16 cms.
Width :- 16 cms.
Photo area :- 11.5 cms x 11.5 cms.
Jeff Sims Antiques has dated this piece to the Victorian era.
Specialists in antique silver, glassware and objects of vertu
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