Decorative Arts and International Art Auction

June 16, 2015

LOT 241

Lot 241

Jean Baptiste Isabey (French, 1767-1855)

Jean Baptiste Isabey (French, 1767-1855)
Lot 241 Details
Jean Baptiste Isabey (French, 1767-1855)

PORTRAIT MINIATURE OF LETITIA BUONAPARTE, 1802

gouache on oval ivory panel, signed above right shoulder in associated ormolu frame with ribbon crest
sight 3.5" x 3" — 8.9 x 7.6 cm.; 6.5" — 16.5 cm.

Estimate $500-$700

Realised: $480
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Jean Baptiste Isabey (French, 1767-1855)
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CONDITION DETAILS

panel has been trimmed and has two vertical cracks along the grain.

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  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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