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Original Early 19th Century Antique Grisaille Miniature Watercolour Painting Head & Shoulder Portrait of a Young Lady, Ebonised Frame 1
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Original Early 19th Century Antique Grisaille Miniature Watercolour Painting Head & Shoulder Portrait of a Young Lady, Ebonised Frame 1

19th century
Sold 21 August 2024 · Strickland & Russell
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Description

Type of artwork: Original Antique Grisaille Watercolour Painting

Surface: Paper

Artist and signature: No Visible Signature

Approximate age of artwork: Circa Early 19th Century

Is the artwork Framed or Mounted: Framed in a Brass and Ebonised Frame

Condition report: The artwork is considered to be in good condition in line with age. Please see our large selection of photographs to inspect the condition and quality of this item, and please don't hesitate to make contact, we are more than happy to answer any questions which you may have.

Size of the painting, approx. 11 x 13 cm (oval aperture approx. 5.5 x 7.5 cm)

Physical Dimensions
Height
13cm (5.12")
Width
11cm (4.33")
Depth
0.5cm (0.20")
Declaration

Strickland & Russell has dated this Antique Miniature Portrait Painting to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1087862
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Description
Type of artwork: Original Antique Grisaille Watercolour Painting

Surface: Paper

Artist and signature: No Visible Signature

Approximate age of artwork: Circa Early 19th Century

Is the artwork Framed or Mounted: Framed in a Brass and Ebonised Frame

fig 1. An oval antique grisaille miniature portrait of a young lady in profile, set within an ebonised wooden frame with a brass bezel and an acorn-motif hanger.
fig 1. Original Early 19th Century Antique Grisaille Miniature Watercolour Painting Head & Shoulder Portrait of a Young Lady, Ebonised Frame 1

Condition report: The artwork is considered to be in good condition in line with age. Please see our large selection of photographs to inspect the condition and quality of this item, and please don't hesitate to make contact, we are more than happy to answer any questions which you may have.

Size of the painting, approx. 11 x 13 cm (oval aperture approx. 5.5 x 7.5 cm)

Height
13cm (5.12")
Width
11cm (4.33")
Depth
0.5cm (0.20")
Date of Manufacture

Strickland & Russell has dated this Antique Miniature Portrait Painting to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1087862
Strickland & Russell
Strickland & Russell
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Yorkshire based art dealers specialising in 19th century & early 20th century oil paintings & watercolours

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Archive I An oval antique grisaille miniature portrait of a young lady in profile, set within an ebonised wooden frame with a brass bezel and an acorn-motif hanger. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Original Early 19th Century Antique Grisaille Miniature Watercolour Painting Head & Shoulder Portrait of a Young Lady, Ebonised Frame 1

Archive II An oval antique grisaille miniature portrait of a young lady in profile, set within an ebonised wooden frame with a brass bezel and an acorn-motif hanger. View II
Archive III An oval antique grisaille miniature portrait of a young lady in profile, set within an ebonised wooden frame with a brass bezel and an acorn-motif hanger. View III
Archive IV An oval antique grisaille miniature portrait of a young lady in profile, set within an ebonised wooden frame with a brass bezel and an acorn-motif hanger. View IV
Archive V An oval antique grisaille miniature portrait of a young lady in profile, set within an ebonised wooden frame with a brass bezel and an acorn-motif hanger. View V
Archive VI An oval antique grisaille miniature portrait of a young lady in profile, set within an ebonised wooden frame with a brass bezel and an acorn-motif hanger. View VI
Archive VII An oval antique grisaille miniature portrait of a young lady in profile, set within an ebonised wooden frame with a brass bezel and an acorn-motif hanger. View VII
Archive VIII An oval antique grisaille miniature portrait of a young lady in profile, set within an ebonised wooden frame with a brass bezel and an acorn-motif hanger. View VIII
Archive IX An oval antique grisaille miniature portrait of a young lady in profile, set within an ebonised wooden frame with a brass bezel and an acorn-motif hanger. View IX
Archive X An oval antique grisaille miniature portrait of a young lady in profile, set within an ebonised wooden frame with a brass bezel and an acorn-motif hanger. View X
Archive XI An oval antique grisaille miniature portrait of a young lady in profile, set within an ebonised wooden frame with a brass bezel and an acorn-motif hanger. View XI
Archive XII An oval antique grisaille miniature portrait of a young lady in profile, set within an ebonised wooden frame with a brass bezel and an acorn-motif hanger. View XII
Archive XIII An oval antique grisaille miniature portrait of a young lady in profile, set within an ebonised wooden frame with a brass bezel and an acorn-motif hanger. View XIII
Archive XIV An oval antique grisaille miniature portrait of a young lady in profile, set within an ebonised wooden frame with a brass bezel and an acorn-motif hanger. View XIV
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Strickland & Russell

Strickland & Russell
Telephone 07504 958608
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Wilberfoss
York
East Riding of Yorkshire
United Kingdom
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An oval antique grisaille miniature portrait of a young lady in profile, set within an ebonised wooden frame with a brass bezel and an acorn-motif hanger.
Original early 19th Century Antique Grisaille Miniature Watercolour Painting Head & shoulder Portrait of a Young Lady, Ebonised Frame 1
Ref: SA1087862
An oval antique grisaille miniature portrait of a young lady in profile, set within an ebonised wooden frame with a brass bezel and an acorn-motif hanger.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectMiniature Paintings
  • Period19th century
  • StyleRegency
  • MaterialPaper, Watercolour, Wood, Brass, Glass
  • ColourBlack
  • MotifsProfile portrait, Oval aperture, Brass bezel, Acorn suspension ring
  • SizeH 13 cm (5 in) x W 11 cm (4 in) x D 0.5 cm (0 in)

FAQs

Grisaille is a painting technique executed entirely in shades of grey or neutral greyish-brown monochrome, often used in miniature portraits to emulate sculpture or create subtle tonal depth.

Traditional materials include watercolour or gouache on ivory, vellum, or prepared paper, housed within wooden frames such as ebonised wood, often accented with brass bezels, glass, and suspension loops.

Authentication relies on examining the pigment composition, paper or support texture, hand-cut glass, fastener types, and characteristics of the frame construction consistent with georgian and regency craftsmanship.

These small-scale artworks work effectively when grouped in a gallery wall arrangement or placed on narrow wall spaces, allowing their intricate detail to be appreciated up close.

Miniatures must be kept out of direct sunlight to prevent fading of the delicate pigments and protected from high humidity and temperature fluctuations to safeguard the paper and frame.
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