A Wax Portrait Bust of James Ii, Early 18th Century, in the Manner of David Le Marchand.

Name: A Wax Portrait Bust of James Ii, Early 18th Century, in the Manner of David Le Marchand.
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA585885
Availability: SoldOut

18th century

Sold by Roy Precious - Antiques & Fine Art

Description

Of Jacobite interest, this is a rare item, exquisitely carved, almost certainly after a portrait by Sir Godfrey Kneller.

Dating from the early 18th century, the bust is now mounted within a 19th century gilt and composition glazed box frame.

This is very much the sort of small item, easily concealed if necessary, that supporters of the exiled House of Stuart favoured. Perhaps it is significant that, 40 years ago, it was acquired in Scotland.

It is in the style of DAVID LE MARCHAND (1674-1726) who was famed for his ivory carvings, particularly his portraits. He was a native of Dieppe, France; he was in Edinburgh in 1696, where he is documented as receiving official permission to open a shop and take on apprentices. He was in London by 1700. He is recognised as the most distinguished ivory carver to have worked in England in the early 18th century, a period when the art enjoyed a popularity unknown since the Middle Ages.

Although of wax, not ivory, there is no doubting the great skill of the unknown artist who created this wonderful bust of King James; only 5 inches tall, it is a miniature masterpiece.

SIZE OF FRAMED ITEM: 14 x 12.5 inches. Bust: 5 inches.

PROVENANCE: Wiltshire Private Collection for at least 40 years, after purchase in Scotland.

Physical Dimensions

Height

35.5cm (13.98")

Width

32cm (12.60")

Depth

7cm (2.76")

Declaration

Roy Precious - Antiques & Fine Art has dated this piece to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA585885

Dealers Internal Reference

9093

Description

Of Jacobite interest, this is a rare item, exquisitely carved, almost certainly after a portrait by Sir Godfrey Kneller.

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Dating from the early 18th century, the bust is now mounted within a 19th century gilt and composition glazed box frame.

Roy Precious - Antiques & Fine Art

fig 1. A wax portrait bust of James II, early 18th century, in the manner of David Le Marchand. — fig 1. A Wax Portrait Bust of James Ii, Early 18th Century, in the Manner of David Le Marchand.

This is very much the sort of small item, easily concealed if necessary, that supporters of the exiled House of Stuart favoured. Perhaps it is significant that, 40 years ago, it was acquired in Scotland.

fig 2. A wax portrait bust of James II, early 18th century, in the manner of David Le Marchand. — fig 2. A Wax Portrait Bust of James Ii, Early 18th Century, in the Manner of David Le Marchand.

It is in the style of DAVID LE MARCHAND (1674-1726) who was famed for his ivory carvings, particularly his portraits. He was a native of Dieppe, France; he was in Edinburgh in 1696, where he is documented as receiving official permission to open a shop and take on apprentices. He was in London by 1700. He is recognised as the most distinguished ivory carver to have worked in England in the early 18th century, a period when the art enjoyed a popularity unknown since the Middle Ages.

fig 3. A wax portrait bust of James II, early 18th century, in the manner of David Le Marchand. — fig 3. A Wax Portrait Bust of James Ii, Early 18th Century, in the Manner of David Le Marchand.

Although of wax, not ivory, there is no doubting the great skill of the unknown artist who created this wonderful bust of King James; only 5 inches tall, it is a miniature masterpiece.

SIZE OF FRAMED ITEM: 14 x 12.5 inches. Bust: 5 inches.

PROVENANCE: Wiltshire Private Collection for at least 40 years, after purchase in Scotland.