Furniture, Clocks Auction

June 16, 2011

LOT 249

Lot 249

Sir William Charles Ross (British, 1794-1860)

Sir William Charles Ross (British, 1794-1860)
Lot 249 Details
Sir William Charles Ross (British, 1794-1860)

PORTRAIT MINIATURE OF A LADY, C.1820

gauche on ivory, signed C. Ross, full face, wearing blue dress with white lace trim, black cape with white fur trim, jewelled blue and white turban style hat, brown hair in ringlets, with double string of pearls and drop ear bobs in black lacquered frame with gilt bronze slip and bale
sight 3 " x 2.4" — 7.5 x 6 cm.

Estimate $400-$600

Realised: $1,020
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

CONDITION DETAILS

In good condition.

LOT 249
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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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