William Verstille (1757-1803), Portrait Miniature Of A Gentleman In Red, Circa 1785 Auction
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William Verstille (1757-1803), Portrait miniature of a gentleman in red, circa 1785
William Verstille (1757-1803), Portrait miniature of a gentleman in red, circa 1785
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William Verstille (1757-1803), Portrait miniature of a gentleman in red, circa 1785

Mounted in a later ormolu bracelet clasp.   

1 5/8 in. x 1 ¼ in. (sight)



Provenance

Collection of a Lady. 



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William Verstille (1757-1803), Portrait miniature of a gentleman in red, circa 1785

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$400

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Freeman's | Hindman

Freeman's | Hindman

Philadelphia, PA, United States
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Apr 30, 2024 11:00 AM EDT|
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