18th Century Enamel Silhouette Portrait, Gilt Ormolu Frame (Dolls House Size)

We are excited to be able to offer this absolutely stunning miniature 18th century enamel on copper portrait silhouette. This is THE perfect size, ready to hang in your very special Georgian doll's house.

The silhouette was produced in Europe, likely Austria/ Germany during the last quarter of the 18th century. This is one from a set of four which depict two generations from the same family, each sold individually. This is one of our favourite items as we love the costume details: the wig and cravat! These fine enamels on copper are just so unusual.

The side silhouette profile is surrounded by a rich cream ground, set within a raised gilt cartouche. The cartouche surrounded by the most detailed floral spray, just look at the pretty pink Roses and teeny Viola. The attention to detail is astonishing. The quality of the painting is certainly on par with the floral paintings found on the best pieces of European porcelain produced during this period. Please see the works of Wilhelm Ackermann (German, 1764–1834) at The Met Museum for similar styles of silhouettes.

The portrait is mounted in its own matching and very high quality gilt ormolu Laurel leaf, berry and bow frame which is of the period.

Size: Framed 2 7/8 inch tall by 2 inch wide. Actual enamel oval 1 3/4 inch tall by 1 1/2 inch wide.

Condition: Georgian enamels are delicate little objects of virtue and by their nature will more often than not usually shows signs of age, minor damage to the fragile enamel. There are two very faint hairlines to the enamel, 3 back retaining pins have been re-soldered and paper tabs have been added as an extra securing measure to the four metal securing lugs.

Item Id: 13340