Decorative Arts & Design

November 2025, 2021
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LOT 206

Lot 206

Sir William John Newton (British, 1785–1869)

Sir William John Newton (British, 1785–1869)
Lot 206 Details
Sir William John Newton (British, 1785–1869)

SET OF NINE FAMILY PORTRAIT MINIATURES ON IVORY, C.1815

each a gouache on oval ivory panel, one signed in quill, verso: William Newton / Pinxit / 38 Argyle St. / 1815, each in original gilt metal slip in frame
various sizes, largest panel 3 x 2.4 in — 7.6 x 6 cm

Estimate $1,500-$2,500

Realised: $3,000
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Sir William John Newton (British, 1785–1869)
  • Sir William John Newton (British, 1785–1869)
  • Sir William John Newton (British, 1785–1869)

CONDITION DETAILS

Ivory panels are in substantially good condition, as are the lenses and metal slips (bezels). The portraits may have originally all mounted into one larger black lacquered panel, now cut into individual oval frames.

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 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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