Description
Fabulous Continental School (19th Century) watercolor portrait miniature of a woman in black bonnet, her shoulders draped in a fabric decorated with stars. Oval brass frame with convex glass.
This portrait was clearly executed by a very accomplished hand with stunning realism and phenomenal fine detail. The piece was opened once-- and only once-- in order to inspect & photograph. Although we were not able to decipher a signature/artists mark, there are clearly some markings (appear to be written with a quill pen) on the middle layer as well as what appears to be part of a mark (now only a 4 visible) on the back of the painting itself (see pictures).
Dimensions:
2 7/8" H x 2 1/4" W x 1/2" H
(dimensions of frame not including loop at top)
Condition:
Antique - Excellent
See pictures for details.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Antique - Excellent
See pictures for details & closeups
Materials & Techniques:
Brass, Glass, Watercolor
Details:
Country of Origin: Unknown
Frame Type: Framed
Art Subjects: Portrait
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
This portrait was clearly executed by a very accomplished hand with stunning realism and phenomenal fine detail. The piece was opened once-- and only once-- in order to inspect & photograph. Although we were not able to decipher a signature/artists mark, there are clearly some markings (appear to be written with a quill pen) on the middle layer as well as what appears to be part of a mark (now only a 4 visible) on the back of the painting itself (see pictures).
Dimensions:
2 7/8" H x 2 1/4" W x 1/2" H
(dimensions of frame not including loop at top)
Condition:
Antique - Excellent
See pictures for details.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Antique - Excellent
See pictures for details & closeups
Materials & Techniques:
Brass, Glass, Watercolor
Details:
Country of Origin: Unknown
Frame Type: Framed
Art Subjects: Portrait
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Antique - Excellent
See pictures for details & closeups
See pictures for details & closeups
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
2.88 x 2.25 x 0.5 in
19th Century Continental School Portrait Miniature Watercolor of a Woman in a Black Bonnet, Framed
Estimate $3,600-$6,000
Starting Price
$1,800
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The Fine Art Collector's Edit
Aug 26, 2026, 4:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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