Portrait by John Smart II (1776-1809), watercolour on natural materials in a very fine gilded frame. Signed and dated JS, 1783. Reverse with a sealed plaited lock of hairwith monogram. Miniature set within a fitted blue leather case with silk and velvet interior.
H. of miniature to bale: 5.8 cm (2 1/4 in.)
H. of miniature without bale: 4.6 cm (1 3/4 in.)

Provenance: Private Collection, Dundas ON by descent; Sotheby's London, Old Masters and Early British Paintings, 29 October 2009, Lot 130.

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