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Collection Record Detail
Object Name
Portrait Miniature - Unidentified Man
Object Number
1978-02-2
Description
Portrait miniature of an unidentified young man. Reverse-painted profile portrait on rectangular glass insert, done in gilt paint with black and brown detail. Bust portrait, facing right. Painted decoration on front of glass insert, black border with silver stars and gilt triangular motifs forming oval shape around portrait. Glass insert set in simple wooden frame under glass.
Category
Date Made
Mid-19th century
Dimensions
Overall height 5.5", width 4.5"
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