French School 19th century, A group of three portrait miniatures of ladies
Comprising a lady depicted wearing a coral bead necklace and brooch, circa 1810, housed in gilt pendant case, the verso with hairwork sprays accented with seed pearls and gilt wire sheaths against foil background; a lady depicted wearing red shawl, circa 1810, housed in gilt pendant case, the verso with hairwork sprays accented by seed pearls against a foil background; and a reproduction portrait miniature of a lady, in parcel-gilt and burl walnut veneered frame, late 19th / early 20th century; all watercolor.
2 3/4 in. x 2 1/8 in. (lady with coral bead necklace, sight), 3 1/4 in. x 2 1/2 in. (reproduction lady, sight), 5 1/8 in. x 4 3/8 in. (reproduction lady, frame)
This lot is located in Philadelphia.
Provenance:
A Newport, Rhode Island collection.
