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Miniature Portrait of a Jack Russell Terrier
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Miniature Portrait of a Jack Russell Terrier

1900 - 1920
Sold 9 December 2025 · Wigs on the Green
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Description

This is a delightful and nicely painted miniature portrait of an inquisitive-looking brown and white terrier. Painted on ivorine the portrait is unsigned and is set in a gilt metal frame that is glazed reverse to show olive green silk.

Framed Size: 55 x 47mm + hanger

Date of Manufacture

Wigs on the Green has dated this Antique Dog Miniature to the Edwardian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
5.5cm (2.17")
Width
5cm (1.97")
Reference Numbers
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SA1182512
Dealers Internal Reference
7617
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Description
This is a delightful and nicely painted miniature portrait of an inquisitive-looking brown and white terrier.
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Painted on ivorine the portrait is unsigned and is set in a gilt metal frame that is glazed reverse to show olive green silk.
Wigs on the Green

Framed Size: 55 x 47mm + hanger

Date of Manufacture

Wigs on the Green has dated this Antique Dog Miniature to the Edwardian era.

Height
5.5cm (2.17")
Width
5cm (1.97")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1182512
Dealers Internal Ref
7617
Wigs on the Green
Wigs on the Green
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2020

Small portraiture of character & historical interest

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An oval antique miniature painting depicting the head of a terrier dog in profile, set within a brass frame. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An oval antique miniature painting depicting the head of a terrier dog in profile, set within a brass frame. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Miniature Portrait of a Jack Russell Terrier

Archive II An oval antique miniature painting depicting the head of a terrier dog in profile, set within a brass frame. View II
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Wigs on the Green

Wigs on the Green
Telephone 07962 257915
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York
Yorkshire
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/wigsonthegreen
Verified Since May 2020
Items For Sale 83
Items Sold 319
Wigs on the Green
Wigs on the Green
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An oval antique miniature painting depicting the head of a terrier dog in profile, set within a brass frame.
Miniature Portrait of a Jack Russell Terrier
Ref: SA1182512
An oval antique miniature painting depicting the head of a terrier dog in profile, set within a brass frame.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectMiniature Paintings
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialBrass, glass, paper, pigment
  • ColourWarm brown
  • MotifsAnimal portraiture, Profile view, Oval format, Hand-painted details
  • SizeH 5.5 cm (2 in) x W 5 cm (2 in)

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Miniature portraits gained immense popularity during the 16th century as personal tokens of affection, evolving from illuminated manuscripts into independent works of art worn as jewellery or displayed in small frames.

These artworks were traditionally painted using watercolour or gouache on media such as vellum, ivory, card, or copper, often set within brass, gilt, or wooden frames with glass covers.

Authenticity is assessed by examining the brushwork under magnification, the ageing of the backing materials, frame construction, and the presence of historical pigments or hand-written inscriptions on the reverse.

Miniature portraits work effectively when grouped in gallery walls, displayed on small easel stands on mantelpieces, or integrated into bookshelf displays to add intimate detail and historical character to a room.

Preservation requires keeping the artwork out of direct sunlight to prevent fading of pigments, maintaining stable humidity levels, and avoiding exposure to excessive moisture or heat.
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