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Original Early 19th Century Antique Silhouette Miniature Portrait of a Gentleman (Irish School)
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Original Early 19th Century Antique Silhouette Miniature Portrait of a Gentleman (Irish School)

19th century
Sold 26 December 2024 · Strickland & Russell
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Description

Type of artwork: Original Antique Silhouette

Surface: Paper

Artist and signature: No Visible Signatures

Depiction or Location: Portrait Miniature of a Gentleman bears a Dublin Label verso

Approximate age of artwork: Circa early 19th Century

Is the artwork Framed or Mounted: Framed, as shown (Free with the Painting)

Condition report: The artwork is considered to be in fair 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 silhouette, including frame, approx. 14 x 12 cm (size of oval aperture approx. 7 x 9 cm)

Physical Dimensions
Height
14cm (5.51")
Width
12cm (4.72")
Depth
0.7cm (0.28")
Declaration

Strickland & Russell has dated this Antique Silhouette Portrait to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1098691
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Description
Type of artwork: Original Antique Silhouette

Surface: Paper

Artist and signature: No Visible Signatures

Depiction or Location: Portrait Miniature of a Gentleman bears a Dublin Label verso

Approximate age of artwork: Circa early 19th Century

fig 1. An early 19th-century silhouette miniature portrait of a gentleman in profile, set inside an oval brass bezel within a black rectangular wooden frame featuring a brass acorn hanger.
fig 1. Original Early 19th Century Antique Silhouette Miniature Portrait of a Gentleman (Irish School)

Is the artwork Framed or Mounted: Framed, as shown (Free with the Painting)

Condition report: The artwork is considered to be in fair 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 silhouette, including frame, approx. 14 x 12 cm (size of oval aperture approx. 7 x 9 cm)

Height
14cm (5.51")
Width
12cm (4.72")
Depth
0.7cm (0.28")
Date of Manufacture

Strickland & Russell has dated this Antique Silhouette Portrait to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1098691
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 early 19th-century silhouette miniature portrait of a gentleman in profile, set inside an oval brass bezel within a black rectangular wooden frame featuring a brass acorn hanger. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Original Early 19th Century Antique Silhouette Miniature Portrait of a Gentleman (Irish School)

Archive II An early 19th-century silhouette miniature portrait of a gentleman in profile, set inside an oval brass bezel within a black rectangular wooden frame featuring a brass acorn hanger. View II
Archive III An early 19th-century silhouette miniature portrait of a gentleman in profile, set inside an oval brass bezel within a black rectangular wooden frame featuring a brass acorn hanger. View III
Archive IV An early 19th-century silhouette miniature portrait of a gentleman in profile, set inside an oval brass bezel within a black rectangular wooden frame featuring a brass acorn hanger. View IV
Archive V An early 19th-century silhouette miniature portrait of a gentleman in profile, set inside an oval brass bezel within a black rectangular wooden frame featuring a brass acorn hanger. View V
Archive VI An early 19th-century silhouette miniature portrait of a gentleman in profile, set inside an oval brass bezel within a black rectangular wooden frame featuring a brass acorn hanger. View VI
Archive VII An early 19th-century silhouette miniature portrait of a gentleman in profile, set inside an oval brass bezel within a black rectangular wooden frame featuring a brass acorn hanger. View VII
Archive VIII An early 19th-century silhouette miniature portrait of a gentleman in profile, set inside an oval brass bezel within a black rectangular wooden frame featuring a brass acorn hanger. View VIII
Archive IX An early 19th-century silhouette miniature portrait of a gentleman in profile, set inside an oval brass bezel within a black rectangular wooden frame featuring a brass acorn hanger. View IX
Archive X An early 19th-century silhouette miniature portrait of a gentleman in profile, set inside an oval brass bezel within a black rectangular wooden frame featuring a brass acorn hanger. View X
Archive XI An early 19th-century silhouette miniature portrait of a gentleman in profile, set inside an oval brass bezel within a black rectangular wooden frame featuring a brass acorn hanger. View XI
Archive XII An early 19th-century silhouette miniature portrait of a gentleman in profile, set inside an oval brass bezel within a black rectangular wooden frame featuring a brass acorn hanger. View XII
Archive XIII An early 19th-century silhouette miniature portrait of a gentleman in profile, set inside an oval brass bezel within a black rectangular wooden frame featuring a brass acorn hanger. View XIII
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Strickland & Russell
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East Riding of Yorkshire
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An early 19th-century silhouette miniature portrait of a gentleman in profile, set inside an oval brass bezel within a black rectangular wooden frame featuring a brass acorn hanger.
Original early 19th Century Antique Silhouette Miniature Portrait of a Gentleman (Irish School)
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An early 19th-century silhouette miniature portrait of a gentleman in profile, set inside an oval brass bezel within a black rectangular wooden frame featuring a brass acorn hanger.
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  • ObjectFramed Art
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialWood, Glass, Brass, Paper
  • ColourBlack
  • MotifsProfile silhouette, Oval aperture, Acorn hanger, Brass bezel
  • SizeH 14 cm (6 in) x W 12 cm (5 in) x D 0.7 cm (0 in)

FAQs

Silhouette portraits gained immense popularity in the late 18th and early 19th centuries as an affordable alternative to painted miniatures, capturing a persons profile through shadow tracing or direct painting on card, glass, or plaster.

Authentic pieces from this period typically feature hand-cut black paper, reverse painting on convex glass, or gouache on card, housed within wooden frames such as papier-mache or rosewood, often accented with brass bezels and hangers.

Authenticity is determined by examining the backing paper for age-appropriate oxidisation, inspecting the frame construction for period-correct joinery and materials like old glass, and checking for hand-painted details rather than modern printing methods.

These pieces work effectively when grouped in a gallery wall arrangement alongside other historical works, or hung individually on a narrow wall space to create a focal point with a sense of heritage and character.

To prevent fading and degradation, antique silhouettes should be kept away from direct sunlight, maintained in stable humidity conditions, and handled with care to protect the delicate paper, glass, and historical framing.
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