Furniture, Clocks Auction

June 16, 2011

LOT 252

Lot 252

Pair English Portrait Miniatures on Ivory, King George III and Queen Caroline, early 19th century

Pair English Portrait Miniatures on Ivory, King George III and Queen Caroline, early 19th century
Lot 252 Details
Pair English Portrait Miniatures on Ivory, King George III and Queen Caroline, early 19th century

each painted in the manner of Johann Joseph Zoffany (British, 1733-1810) and signed T. Bone, in silver frame with gem set crown and laurel crest and with black lacquer back silver inlaid with royal cipher
diameter 3.6" — 9.2 cm.

Estimate $600-$800

Realised: $3,600
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Pair English Portrait Miniatures on Ivory, King George III and Queen Caroline, early 19th century
  • Pair English Portrait Miniatures on Ivory, King George III and Queen Caroline, early 19th century

CONDITION DETAILS

Moisture damage to perimeter of each ivory panel.

LOT 252
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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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