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This unique and very well executed portrait of a mid 19th century couple done in silhouettes is adhered to glass …
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This unique and very well executed portrait of a mid 19th century couple done in silhouettes is adhered to glass as in Verre Eglomise with a very charming drawing of a parlor in the background.
Details to note: the handsome gentleman sits relaxed in his Sheraton style chair, carries an umbrella and top hat, with a cup of tea is waiting by his side. The lady wears a lace bonnet and shoulder mantle and carries a draw string reticule. The background features three portraits and three small silhouettes, a small clock, fireplace accoutrements, a very detailed Oriental rug, and a shawl draped over the sofa, The striped wall paper is colored in a pale blue. It is unsigned but one of the best silhouette portraits we have ever had.
The frame is original and has a bit of wear to the back. Site line of this large sized portrait measures 13.5 inches wide x 9.5 inches tall.
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- Dimensions
- 16.75ʺW × 1ʺD × 12.75ʺH
- Styles
- Victorian
- Art Subjects
- Figure
- Frame Type
- Framed
- Period
- Mid 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Glass
- Paper Mache
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Black
- Condition Notes
- Very good condition. Some nicks to the wooden frame and the paper on the back has wear. Very good condition. Some nicks to the wooden frame and the paper on the back has wear. less
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