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Georgian Miniature Pen and Ink Portrait Drawing - 18th Century Ebony Frame 2of3

18th century
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Sold 22 June 2026 · Artsonline
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Georgian Miniature Pen and Ink Portrait Drawing - 18th Century Ebony Frame 2of3

Brief Description:

This is a very fine-quality, original, late 18th-century Georgian Miniature Pen and Ink Portrait Drawing depicting a classical young Maiden beauty seated beneath a large tree, holding a musical instrument in one hand.

Note: This is one of 3 works that we are selling by the same hand - please see our other listings.

The above piece is a rare and incredibly detailed Pen & Ink Drawing that replicates a stipple engraving.

It dates to the late 18th-century, and it is mounted within a solid ebony frame with a bronze inner border.

Attributes:

Pen & Ink Drawing

English School

Circa: 1780-1790

Condition:

Both the painting and the frame are offered in an overall excellent original condition commensurate with age.

Framed Measurements:

INCHES & CENTIMETRES

Height: 5.7'' | 0.5 cm

Width: 4.8'' | 12.1 cm.

Depth: 0.2'' | 0.5 cm

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*A Certificate Of Authenticity (COA) will be provided by artsonline with this piece*

Delivery

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We pack extremely carefully, so you can rest assured that your piece will arrive with you in perfect condition.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
14.4cm (5.67")
Width
12.1cm (4.76")
Depth
0.5cm (0.20")
Declaration

Artsonline has dated this Georgian Miniature Portrait Drawing to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1220506
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Description
Georgian Miniature Pen and Ink Portrait Drawing - 18th Century Ebony Frame 2of3

Brief Description:

This is a very fine-quality, original, late 18th-century Georgian Miniature Pen and Ink Portrait Drawing depicting a classical young Maiden beauty seated beneath a large tree, holding a musical instrument in one hand.

fig 1. An 18th-century miniature pen and ink portrait of a woman inside an oval brass bezel and a square ebony frame with a cast acorn hanger.
fig 1. Georgian Miniature Pen and Ink Portrait Drawing - 18th Century Ebony Frame 2of3

Note: This is one of 3 works that we are selling by the same hand - please see our other listings.

“
The above piece is a rare and incredibly detailed Pen & Ink Drawing that replicates a stipple engraving.
Artsonline
fig 2. An 18th-century miniature pen and ink portrait of a woman inside an oval brass bezel and a square ebony frame with a cast acorn hanger.
fig 2. Georgian Miniature Pen and Ink Portrait Drawing - 18th Century Ebony Frame 2of3

It dates to the late 18th-century, and it is mounted within a solid ebony frame with a bronze inner border.

Attributes:

Pen & Ink Drawing

English School

Circa: 1780-1790

Condition:

Both the painting and the frame are offered in an overall excellent original condition commensurate with age.

fig 3. An 18th-century miniature pen and ink portrait of a woman inside an oval brass bezel and a square ebony frame with a cast acorn hanger.
fig 3. Georgian Miniature Pen and Ink Portrait Drawing - 18th Century Ebony Frame 2of3

Framed Measurements:

INCHES & CENTIMETRES

Height: 5.7'' | 0.5 cm

Width: 4.8'' | 12.1 cm.

Depth: 0.2'' | 0.5 cm

^^ Fast & Free UK Delivery Included^^

A Certificate Of Authenticity (COA) will be provided by artsonline with this piece*

fig 4. An 18th-century miniature pen and ink portrait of a woman inside an oval brass bezel and a square ebony frame with a cast acorn hanger.
fig 4. Georgian Miniature Pen and Ink Portrait Drawing - 18th Century Ebony Frame 2of3

Delivery

Artsonline UK ships worldwide daily, using only fully insured, priority, and fully tracked delivery services.

Great care and time are taken over the safe transportation of the Fine Art and Antique pieces we sell.

fig 5. An 18th-century miniature pen and ink portrait of a woman inside an oval brass bezel and a square ebony frame with a cast acorn hanger.
fig 5. Georgian Miniature Pen and Ink Portrait Drawing - 18th Century Ebony Frame 2of3

We pack extremely carefully, so you can rest assured that your piece will arrive with you in perfect condition.

For larger paintings, antique furniture pieces, and fragile items that can not be sent via the normal postal services, we use professional door-to-door delivery providers, who will always strive to deliver your piece promptly, within approx. 7-14 working days.

fig 6. An 18th-century miniature pen and ink portrait of a woman inside an oval brass bezel and a square ebony frame with a cast acorn hanger.
fig 6. Georgian Miniature Pen and Ink Portrait Drawing - 18th Century Ebony Frame 2of3

Returns Policy

Artsonline provides a genuine no-quibble 14-day money-back refund policy

(excluding the cost of Postage and Packaging).

Pay Securely - Telephone orders are welcome.

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Height
14.4cm (5.67")
Width
12.1cm (4.76")
Depth
0.5cm (0.20")
Date of Manufacture

Artsonline has dated this Georgian Miniature Portrait Drawing to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1220506
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Archive I An 18th-century miniature pen and ink portrait of a woman inside an oval brass bezel and a square ebony frame with a cast acorn hanger. SOLD22 JUN 26

Georgian Miniature Pen and Ink Portrait Drawing - 18th Century Ebony Frame 2of3

Archive II An 18th-century miniature pen and ink portrait of a woman inside an oval brass bezel and a square ebony frame with a cast acorn hanger. View II
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Archive IV An 18th-century miniature pen and ink portrait of a woman inside an oval brass bezel and a square ebony frame with a cast acorn hanger. View IV
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An 18th-century miniature pen and ink portrait of a woman inside an oval brass bezel and a square ebony frame with a cast acorn hanger.
Georgian Miniature Pen and Ink Portrait Drawing - 18th Century Ebony Frame 2of3
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  • ObjectFramed Art
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialEbony, Paper, Brass, Glass
  • ColourBlack
  • MotifsOval aperture, Gilt brass bezel, Acorn suspension ring, Square ebony veneer
  • SizeH 14.4 cm (6 in) x W 12.1 cm (5 in) x D 0.5 cm (0 in)

FAQs

Miniature portraits were small-scale artworks popular during the Georgian era, often created using watercolours, enamel, or pen and ink on ivory, vellum, or paper as personal mementos.

Frames from this period commonly utilised dense hardwoods such as ebony, fruitwood, or tortoiseshell, frequently accented with gilt brass bezels and cast metal hanging loops.

Authenticity is typically assessed by examining the ageing characteristics of the paper, the hand-mixed iron gall ink or pigments, the period-correct construction of the frame, and historical backing materials.

These pieces work exceptionally well when grouped together in a gallery wall arrangement or placed within narrow wall spaces and bookshelf displays to add historical depth and intimate scale to a room.

To prevent fading and degradation, antique paper works should be kept away from direct sunlight, maintained in stable humidity conditions, and ideally framed with UV-filtering conservation glass.
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