Decorative Scheak Online Auction

September 22, 2011

LOT 7

Lot 7

British School Oval Portrait Miniature of Hester Webb Baskerville, 1816

British School Oval Portrait Miniature  of Hester Webb Baskerville, 1816
Lot 7 Details
British School Oval Portrait Miniature of Hester Webb Baskerville, 1816

gauche on ivory, near full face, in white hat and dress with blue ribbon belt, pearls and black choker in black lacquer frame with gilt metal rose bale and slip
5.25" x 4.75" — 13.3 x 12.1 cm.

Estimate $200-$300

Realised: $156
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Note:

quill inscription verso: ‘Hester, (daughter of Nicholas Webb Esq., M.P. fo Gloucester) married Oct. 1771 to John Baskerville Esq. of Woolley House’...etc... (followed by more genealogical history)

CONDITION DETAILS

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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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