very high quality period reproduction, hand-painted after Stieler's 1834 masterpiece. In the late 19th century, portraits from the Schönheitengalerie (Gallery of Beauties) in Munich were extremely popular, and many artists
- The support: The gold label at the bottom left "GUARANTEED ON IVORY" confirms that the miniature portrait was finely painted on a thin ivory plaque. This was the support of excellence in the 19th century to achieve this translucency and the delicacy of skin tones.
- The backing: The reverse is lined with an old French book or theater program page mentioning a "COMÉDIE" and the character "HOLOFERNES". The use of old papers or newspaper clippings to wedge and seal miniatures under their wooden frame was an extremely common mounting method in the 19th century.
Oval painting on ivory approximately 6x5 cm
Framed in a wooden frame measuring 11.8x14 cm
🚚 Delivery
We deliver with Mondial Relay in France, Belgium, The Netherlands, Spain, Portugal And Germany.
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📦 In France only, Delivery in the Relay Relay relay point is offered from € 150 purchase (package up to 3 kg and € 500 insured).
THE small objects (less than 3 cm thick) are sent by Letter followed La Poste. On request, they can be shipped in Registered letter.
THE larger objects, not fragile and worth less than € 500, are sent via Mondial Relay, Colissimo Or Chronopost, depending on the case.
THE heavy and fragile objects (minerals, chandeliers, large vases, stained glass, tables, dishes, geodes, etc.) require a prior quote.
For them other countries, the shipment is made by La Poste, Colissimo, Chronopost, Fedex Or Dhl, depending on the weight, format and destination.
If you prefer a other carrier (Co-colored, DHL, UPS, Fedex ...), do not hesitate to contact us For a personalized quote.