Silver, Glass

December 11, 2007

LOT 46

Lot 46

English Painted Portrait Miniature of an Officer, 19th century

English Painted Portrait Miniature of an Officer, 19th century
Lot 46 Details
English Painted Portrait Miniature of an Officer, 19th century

with woven hair backing
height 3" — 7.6 cm.

Estimate $350-$500

Realised: $600
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

CONDITION DETAILS

Initialed on reverse; measurement includes suspension ring; minor loss to gilded decoration surrounding portrait; otherwise in good condition

LOT 46
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About Condition Ratings

  • 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.)

Note: Condition ratings and condition details are the subjective opinions of our specialists and should be used as a guide only. Waddington’s uses due care when preparing condition details, however, our staff are not professional restorers or conservators. Condition details and reports are not warranties and each lot is sold “as is” in accordance with the buyer’s terms and conditions of sale. In all cases the prospective purchaser is responsible for inspecting the property themselves prior to placing a bid.