19th Century Miniature Oil Painting of Queen Louise of Prussia After Josef Grassi

Description

We are selling this very fine miniature portrait painting. This very well done oil on cardboard or panel is very well executed in a Baroque or Renaissance style. The painting is identified on the back of being Queen Louise of Prussia, the painting is probably circa 1800. The painting is after the portrait by Josef Grassi and may be by him as he painted miniatures.

Condition: Some crazing and darkening to the painting.

Dimensions:
Height 5 1/2 Inches 14.0 cm
Width 5 1/2 Inches 14.1 cm
Depth 1/2 Inches 1.4 cm
Sight Height 3 Inches 7.8 cm
Sight Width 3 Inches 7.8 cm

Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Good antique condition with some darkening and crazing to the painting surface.

Origin:
Germany

Materials & Techniques:
Oil Paint

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

Condition

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Good antique condition with some darkening and crazing to the painting surface.

Buyer's Premium

20%

Dimensions

5.5 x 5.5 x 0.5 in

19th Century Miniature Oil Painting of Queen Louise of Prussia After Josef Grassi

Lot 0426

Estimate $1,400-$3,300

Oct 25, 2026, 2:46 PM EDT

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$700

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