Description

This striking antique miniature portrait depicts a somber-looking woman, dressed in a black gown with a prominent white collar, executed in what appears to be a pigment on paper or a similar early medium. The woman's conservative attire and hairstyle suggest a date around the mid-19th century (c. 1840s-1850s), indicative of the Victorian era. The portrait is housed in a decorative, small, hinged frame/case component, featuring a characteristic oval window mat with a raised, ornate pattern. This mat and edge binding is constructed from gilt-metal with a brass-tone finish (often referred to as a "preserver" in the trade), a material commonly used to surround and protect miniature art and early cased photographs like daguerreotypes. This ornamental metalwork provides a compelling, period-appropriate housing for the miniature artwork. This collectible piece offers a compelling glimpse into early portraiture and the decorative, cased styles of the mid-Victorian era.

Condition

Please note all items are "as-is where-is"

Measurement

14.5" H x 12.5" L 

Terms and Conditions

1. All items are sold where is, as is.

2. Once payment is completed for item(s) won, the ability to schedule a pick-up time will become available. Scheduling a pick-up time is required.

3. There will be a $20 fee assessed per item not picked up at that time that will be collected prior to bidding again at our auctions. Unlike retail, we do not have the option to store your item. If the item is larger than a standard suitcase (22" x 14" x 10"), we will charge $50 to the card on file per item to move the item.

4. Please plan accordingly as items not picked up are considered "abandoned". Do not bid if you cant pick up this day.

5. You are responsible for ensuring you collect all items at pickup.

6. Legacy uses "Popcorn" or "Extended" bidding. This means if a bid comes in at the last second, it is extended 3 minutes. This is like a live auctioneer saying, "going once" to ensure all bids are exhausted prior to closing.

7. We charge a 12% flat buyers premium on all items.

8. We charge KY State Tax with the exception of vehicles which is collected at the DMV.

9. You must bring help to pickup any items. We can recommend movers upon request. Also, please bring tools for items that require disassembly.

10. Please read our complete terms and conditions for additional details.