'Stuart Crystal' Charles I of England Diamond Mounted Silver and Gold Mourning Slide, mid 17th century
recto with 22 collet set rose cut diamonds around the facetted oval rock crystal glazed portrait miniature after van Dyke, verso with braided gold wire cypher under white enamel bead crown on plaited hairwork ground, in original fitted leather case
case 3.1 x 2.8 in — 8 x 7 cm
December 10, 2020
Estimate $3,000-$5,000
Realised: $12,000
Decorative Arts & Design
Decorative Arts and Design at Waddington’s offers a wide-ranging selection of historic and modern works, spanning silver, ceramics, glass, sculpture, decorations, objects of historical and cultural significance, and works of art. Our expertise focuses on antique and modern silver; early English and European porcelain; studio and art pottery; art glass; clocks and scientific instruments; lighting and mirrors; fine rugs and carpets; bronzes and marble sculpture; arms and armour; militaria and maps; Canadian historical documents and artefacts; ethnographic art; and finely crafted objects such as enamel, gold and silver boxes, and devotional works of art.
Meet the Specialist
Sean Quinn
Senior Specialist, Clocks, Sculpture & Lighting