18th Century French or English Miniature Portrait Drawing of a Gentleman

Description

We are selling this finely drawn miniature portrait of a gentleman. This drawing is executed in pencil and graphite on laid paper, the portrait appears to be late 18th century and may be French or English, less likely American.

Condition: Good antique condition with some brown spotting and fauxing to the paper. Paper appears to have been laid down on the fancy mat.

Dimensions:
Height 6 5/8 Inches 16.9 cm
Width 6 3/4 Inches 17.0 cm
Depth 3/4 Inches 2.0 cm
Paper Height 4 1/8 Inches 10.5 cm
Paper Width 4 1/8 Inches 10.6 cm

Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Good antique condition. Some fauxing and brown spots on the paper.

Origin:
France

Materials & Techniques:
Paper, Pencil

Details:
Art Subjects: Portrait
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Frame Type: Framed
Country of Origin: France

Condition

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Good antique condition. Some fauxing and brown spots on the paper.

Buyer's Premium

20%

Dimensions

6.62 x 6.75 x 0.75 in

18th Century French or English Miniature Portrait Drawing of a Gentleman

Lot 0796

Estimate $440-$860

Aug 28, 2026, 7:18 PM EDT

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$220

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