Lot 101

Attributed to George Englehart (1750-1829)

A portrait miniature of a lady
Wearing a blue feathered hat and white dress
On ivory
Approximate dimensions of portrait 6.8cm x 5.6cm
Overall dimensions including suspension loop 9cm x 6.3cm

Estimate: £2,000 - £3,000
Bidding ended. Lot is unsold.

Provenance: Hylda and Lewis Gilbert, Sheldrake Place, London. 

Lewis Gilbert (d.2018), the celebrated film director, producer and screenwriter, best known for his 007 James Bond movies and Alfie.

Condition report:

A touch up of blue paint to the edge of the painting to the left side of 6 o'clock, otherwise the painting appears to be in good condition when viewed under 10x magnification and UV light, a few deep scratches to the front glass by her hat, a couple of scratches to the blue enamel reverse noticeable to the unaided eye at approx 4 o'clock otherwise the enamel appears to be ok however there is a sticker covering the bottom, the glazed hair-work compartment seems to be in good condition, there is dust and dirt resting beneath the glass on both sides.

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