"Rulers of England" Miniature Portrait Set
A rare set of thirty-six miniature portraits, 'The rulers of England', by Warman an extremely rare set of 36 early framed miniatures depicting the rulers of England from William the Conqueror to Queen Victoria. Signed by W Warman, and dated 1855. Framed…
Collection of 18th/19th Century Portrait Miniatures
A group of seventeen portrait miniatures, 18th/19th century, depicting 18th/19th century ladies and gentlemen, most watercolour on ivory, each approximately 8 cm x 7 cm.
Unusual Silver Verge Watch with Portrait Miniature
A Morin Marchinville unusual silver verge watch with portrait miniature on movement, gilt fullplate movement with unusual portrait miniature of a young lady on balance cock, with the inscription 'Le bel ouiseaux pour ma cage..'. Lower edge of balance cut…
Victorian Gold Miniature Locket with Coin Insets & Chain
A Victorian 18ct yellow gold miniature & 22ct yellow gold coin locket, two hand painted circular miniatures with the two movable lids set with 22ct gold coin, c 1787, with a 18ct yellow gold rope chain, length 80 cm, Wt42 grams
Georgian Legal Miniatures Collection
A framed collection of thirteen Georgian miniature s of legal gentlemen, oval on ivory
Eleven 18th & 19th Century Portrait Miniatures
A group of eleven portrait miniatures, 18th century and later, comprising seven 18th and 19th century gentlemen, and four female portraits. Watercolour on ivory, the largest 10 cm high, 7.5 cm wide.
Georgian Period Portrait Engravings with Gilt Frames
A collection of 15 miniature Georgian period classical portrait engravings, of various shapes and sizes with details on reverse, original gilt wood frames with suspension rings. Includes Medusa on Calcedon, L.d'Carlisle, Young Hercules, etc. Largest…
Bernice E. Edwell (1880?1962), portrait miniature on ivory, well painted with a woman in three quarter sinister, with hair tied wearing a purple gown, signed and dated 1911, set within a black frame, 10 cm x 7.5 cm. Provenance: Geoff K. Gray Auctions,…
19th Century Officer Miniature in Oval Frame
Miniature portrait of early 19th century officer set in an oval timber frame. Condition good, minor wear. Length 18 cm
Bernice E. Edwell (1880?1962), portrait miniature on ivory, well painted with an older women in three quarter sinister with spectacles, signed lower left, set within a brass frame, 10 cm x 7.5 cm7.5 cm x 5.7 cm. Provenance: Geoff K. Gray Auctions,…
19th Century Seed Pearl Portrait Miniature of Julia Tatham
A seed pearl mounted portrait miniature brooch, 19th century, showing a portrait of Julia Tatham wearing a red dress and lace head scarf, 4.5 cm diameter. Provenance: Estate of George Richmond thence by descent, a fine small-scale portrait of Julia Tatham…
Rare Channel Islands miniature portrait of the jersey silversmith, John Le Gallais, hand-painted on ivory, signed at left 'H. Bertian 1838' and mounted in yellow gold as a brooch. The reverse adorned with mourning window containing four locks of his…
Mughal Miniature Portraits of Raj Emperors and Consorts
A group of six Mughal portrait miniatures, late 19th to early 20th century, oval half portraits of three raj emperors and their consorts in jewel like watercolours with gilt enrichments upon ivory panels, height 7 cm, width 6 cm
18th Century Gentleman Portrait Miniature on Ivory
A portrait miniature of a gentleman, 18th century, the finely painted watercolour on ivory, set within an oval paste inset frame, 3.7 cm x 3 cm.
19th Century Portrait Miniature of Young Gentleman in Gilt Frame
Mid 19th century portrait miniature, portrait of a young gentleman, depicted in navy coat and cream shirt before a landscape, of oval form, watercolour, with interwoven hair verso and initials J.H, set within a gilt frame with foliate engraved decoration,…
British Portrait in Gold & Blue Enamel Frame
Beaumont, John Thomas Barber (British 1774-1841) portrait of a gentleman, possibly the Duke of Wellington. Unmarked gold & blue enamel frame (2 chips to the enamel); lock of hair verso, embellished with gold sheaves (partially detached) & mounted onto…
Four Court Beauties: Miniature Ivory Collection
A collection of four miniatures on ivory of court beauties in ivory frames, various signatures, early 20th century, largest 13 x 13 cm
19th Century Double Portrait Miniature in Ivory Frame
19th English century double portrait miniature, portrait of a lady and a gentleman, each depicted in period clothing, watercolour on ivory, diameter 7.5 cm, set within an elaborate ivory panelled frame with incised and inked foliate designs and mother of…
Georgian ivory portrait miniature and family album with watercolours
A Georgian ivory portrait miniature of Colonel Taylor together with a family album containing watercolours by Colonel Frederick Taylor early 19th century the miniature with pencil inscribed verso Col. Taylor, glass cracked, 8.5 cm high the album…
Victorian Ivory Gentleman Portrait in Brass and Glass Casing
Victorian ivory miniature portrait of a gent set in a brass & glass casing. Length of panel 7.4 cm
Georgian Miniature in Arts & Crafts Gun Metal Frame
A gun metal frame by Hardy Brothers with miniature, the Arts & Crafts frame, set with a Georgian hand painted miniature on ivory, in original fitted leather box with stand
Collection of Six Decorative Portrait Miniatures, Largest 10 x 8cm
A collection of decorative portrait miniatures, comprising six pieces, including 'The Swing' after the original by Fragonard, the largest 10 x 8 cm
Regency Man Porcelain Portrait Miniature
A Regency portrait miniature on porcelain of a young man, 8.5 x 6.5 cm. Provenance: Private Collection, Melbourne
Ivory Framed Master Portrait Miniatures Set
Set of three ivory framed miniatures after master portraits, one appears to be a vignette of Mary Queen of Scots as captive after an anonymous artist, the others in late 18th century style in the manner of Gainsborough and others, some inscribed, in…
Miniature Portrait of Prince Ludwig in Timber Frame
Miniature portrait of Prince Ludwid of Prussia after Schroder, set in a timber domed glass frame. Condition good, minor wear. Length 15 cm
Colonial Miniature Portrait in 15ct Gold Mount
A Colonial miniature portrait painted on glass in 15ct yellow gold mount set with seed pearls, South Australian origin, late 19th century, stamped '15ct', 5 cm high, 21 grams total
Barber Beaumont Portrait Miniature of Gentleman with Lock of Hair
John Thomas Barber Beaumont (British, 1774, 1841) portrait miniature of a Gentleman. Signed ITB lower right hand corner. Gold bail with gold and gilt surround. Reverse with lock of hear, with gold and enamel surround. 8.5 cm in height (no including bail &…
Victorian Gentleman in Gilt Frame
A Victorian miniature painting of a gentleman, circa 1875, of a young man in a grey coat, in a gilt metal monogram frame with, coronet, and the motto a Deo Et Rege, on ebonised panel. 15 x 21 cm. Provenance: Christie's Australia, the John Williams…
Three Ladies in Pastel Dresses
19th century English portrait miniature group, three young ladies, depicted in pale blue, yellow and apricot dress, with headbands in curled hair, with blue sky background, watercolour on ivory, of circular form, diameter 10 cm, set within tortoiseshell…
Scarlet Officer Portrait Miniature
19th century English portrait miniature, portrait of an Officer, depicted in scarlet military coat with heavy gold epaulettes, watercolour on ivory, of rectangular form 12.5 cm x 9.5 cm, set within a rectangular brass frame accented with floral swags and…
Georgian Miniatures in Gold Pendant Frames
Two Georgian miniatures in gold pendant frames, late 18th century, comprising an oval bust portrait of a judge in a red robe and a profile portrait of a fashionable woman with coiffed hair, a lock of hair encased to the reverse, hand written label…
Gentleman Portrait on Ivory by Charles Day
Charles William Day (British, fl.1815-1854), portrait of a gentleman, depicted wearing a dark jacket, with white shirt and green cravat, watercolour on ivory, of oval form 6.5 cm x 5.5 cm, set within a wooden frame with gilt mount, 15 cm x 14 cm
Napoleon Bonaparte Portrait Miniature by Helena G. Jones
De Courcy Jones, Helena G., portrait miniature of Napoleon Bonaparte. in ebonised oval frame. Inscribed verso 'Napoleon Bonaparte By H G Jones, Member of the Society of Miniature Painters. 10 x 9 cm (overall). Provenance: Collection Cleopatra Rochfort…
Nine Miniature Collection with Duke of Wellington Portrait
An collection of nine miniatures, including a portrait of the Duke of Wellington, the largest 12 cm high
Assorted 18th Century Miniatures
A collection of various miniatures, 18th century and later, including a framed wax portrait miniature, two alabaster framed profiles portraits in cast metal, a folding folio comprising a young male and a female sitter in watercolour, and others, wax…
Gilt-framed Officer Portrait Miniature
Antique handpainted portrait miniature, of an officer in uniform, set in gilt surround.
Renard Oval Portrait Miniature of Officer on Ivory
A Renard (French miniaturist active 1810-1830) fine antique oval portrait miniature of an officer on ivory, mounted in a gilt metal enclosed frame, signed lower right, approx 9.5 cm high, 7 cm wide. Provenance: Private Collection Sydney.
18th Century Ladies Miniature Portrait Set in Gilt Frame
Miniature hand painted set of three portraits in a gilt filigree frame surrounded by rounded ivory panels depicting 18th century ladies. Diameter of frames 17 x 15 cm
Four Lady Portrait Miniatures, 19th Century and Later
A collection of four portrait miniatures, 19th century and later each depicting a portrait of a lady, in variously gilded and ebonised frames the largest 9 x 7.5 cm
Classical Masters Miniature Collection
Four painted miniatures of Mozart, Beethoven, Chopin and another gentleman (4). Provenance: Orlando Brown Collection, Mosman
Napoleon and Josephine Portrait Miniatures
A pair of portrait miniatures of Napoleon and Josephine, 19th century each oval image on ivory, he in a military uniform, she wears a veil and a gemstone and pearl set parure, signed Gerard and Dubois, in matching black papier mache frames with gilt slips…
19th Century Ivory and Papier Mache Aide Memoire
Stunning mid 19th century aide memoire, of rectangular form, set with a central ivory panel, finely painted with a miniature scene depicting a classical architectural building with figures, surrounded by a gilt border, with scroll work to corners, on a…
18th Century Gentleman Portrait Miniature in Oval Frame
A portrait miniature of a gentleman, 18th century, finely painted with a gentleman in a taupe coat and white jabot, within an oval paste mounted frame, 3.7 cm x 3 cm. Provenance: a gentleman's collection - Mr Neil Robertson, Leonard Joel, Melbourne,…
Captain James Hay, 19th Century Portrait Miniature
19th century English portrait miniature, portrait of Captain James hay, depicted in three quarter sinister in a red military uniform, inscribed 'Capt. James Hay// Southerland Highlanders// died 1838,' watercolour on ivory, of oval form 7 cm x 5.5 cm, set…
Mrs. Creighton, 19th Century English Portrait Miniature
19th century English portrait miniature, portrait of a lady, depicted in a blue dress with white lace collar and bonnet, inscribed 'Mrs Creighton, she was Mrs.C.D.Blair's mother & Jane M. Gordon's grandmother,' watercolour on ivory, of rectangular form 9…
Antique Miniature Portrait of Aristocratic Woman
An antique miniature on ivory. Possibly 18th century. A delicately painted watercolour half-length portrait of an aristocratic woman in contemporary attire, blue textured drapes and a Crown behind her; set within an ivory frame. Height 11.5 cm. Width 9.5…
Collection of Women's Portrait Miniatures
A collection of decorative portrait miniatures of women, comprising six pieces, the largest 8 x 6.5 cm
19th century ivory portrait miniature, in three quarter sinister, depicting a young lady with hair tied, wearing a lace dress falling from shoulder, on mottled blue background, set with gilt ormolu scrolled frame, 14 cm x 12 cm
Georgian Gentleman Portrait in Gilt Frame
Georgian portrait miniature, portrait of a gentleman, depicted wearing black coat and white shirt, set behind a gilt frame embossed with floral and acnthus sprays, inscribed verso 'The late Mr. Joseph Bildarn(?), Taken the commencemt. Of the present…
Empress Elizabeth of Austria Miniature Portrait
Portrait miniature of Empress Elizabeth of Austria. in oval gilt frame. 9 x 7 cm (overall). Provenance: Collection Cleopatra Rochfort Daunt (1860-1944); thence by descent - private collection NSW,
Portrait Miniatures: Historical Figures, Elegant Ladies, and Salon Scenes
A collection of six framed portrait miniatures, 19th and 20th century, including a salon scene, historical figures and elegant ladies, a half portrait of a gentleman in a landscape setting, with monogram, three works signed, 15.5 x 15.5 cm largest frame
Late 18th Century Nobleman Miniature in Timber Frame
Miniature portrait of a late 18th century nobleman set in a timber frame. Condition good, minor wear. Length 14.3 cm
Collection of Six Lady Portrait Miniatures in Gilt Frames
A collection of six portrait miniatures, 19th century and later each painted with a portrait of a lady, gilt and ebonised frames the largest 12.6 cm by 9.4 cm
Period Dress Portrait Miniatures in Gilded Frames
Hand painted miniatures, pair of portrait miniatures depicting ladies in period dresses set in rectangular ivorine frames surrounded by gilded floral oval border and tortoiseshell style inlay border
French Lady Portrait Miniature in Ivory Frame
Good 19th century French portrait miniature, of oval form, depicting a lady in period dress with jewellery and headpiece, signed centre right, height 8 cm, set in an ivory frame, of rectangular form, 14.5 x 12 cm (frame)
19th Century Lady in White and Pink
19th century English portrait miniature, portrait of a lady, depicted in white dress with pink shawl draped over one shoulder, with brown curly hair and rosy complexion, watercolour on ivory, of rectangular form 8 cm x 6.5 cm, set behind glass in a hinged…
Ivory Table Snuff Box with Oval Miniature Portrait
A circular ivory table snuff box set with an oval miniature portrait on ivory, English School (manner of Jerimiah Mayer) of a gentleman with powdered wig, wearing a blue coat with satin and lace cravat. Ebony clashed edges (slight loss, fine crack to top)…
18th/19th Century Portrait Miniature of William and Hester Pitt
An 18th/19th century portrait miniature reputedly of the William and Hester Pitt, the Earl and Countess of Chatham finely painted on ivory. In ornate gilt metal frame under glass, 7.5 x 5 cm. Note: William Pitt, 1st Earl of Chatham, Pc, Frs (1708-1778)…
Miniature Ivory and Timber Framed Portraits
Three fine miniatures in ivory and timber frames, two handpainted portraits of women, one signed Greuze and the other Stulen? both in intricately patterned ivory frames, one in a sunburst pattern the other set as tiles with tortoiseshell corners, the…
Edwardian Lady in Formal Dress Portrait Miniature
Edwardian portrait miniature, c.1910, portrait of a lady, in formal dress, tiara and three strand of pearls, signed P. Asti centre right, watercolour on ivory, of oval form 8.3 cm x 6.4 cm, set within a gilt frame accented with seed pearls, 10.5 cm x 8.7…
French Gentleman Portrait Miniature by M. de Bade
19th century French portrait miniature, portrait of a gentleman, depicted seated wearing a navy blue coat and white stock, signed M de Bade lower right, watercolour on ivory, of oval form 8.8 cm x 7 cm, set in a rectangular wooden frame, 13.5 cm x 11.5 cm
Antique Portrait Miniatures in Vintage Frames
Collection four antique portrait miniatures each in a vintage frame, including: 3 various portraits of women; and a portrait of a gentleman.
19th Century Lady in White Bonnet Portrait Miniature
19th century portrait miniature, portrait of a lady, wearing a white dress with white bonnet accented with blue bows, watercolour on ivory, of rectangular form 9 cm x 7 cm, set within a hinged leatherette case
19th Century Lady Portrait Miniatures in Gilt Frames
A collection of five portrait miniatures, 19th century and later each painted with a portrait of a lady, gilt frames the largest 10 cm high
19th century ivory portrait miniature, of roundel form, depicting a lady seated in three quarter with head turned wearing pearl headdress and earrings, with lace dress tied with blue ribbon, set within a gilt frame, diameter 14.5 cm
1780 English Gentleman Portrait Miniature in Oval Frame
18th century English portrait miniature, c.1780, of oval form, depicting a gentleman with dark coat and brass buttons, with white shirt and powdered hair, watercolour on ivory, of oval form 5 cm x 4 cm, set in a turned wooden frame, 10.5 cm x 9 cm
Victorian Mourning Miniature on Ivory
A fine Victorian cabinet miniature on ivory, 19th century, the semi-profile portrait of a serene young woman in mourning attire with a horseshoe brooch at her throat, in watercolour on ivory and set within an oval rolled rose gold frame; in a later maroon…
Hand-painted Miniature Portrait Pendant with Turquoise Silver Mount
A hand-painted miniature portrait pendant in Continental silver mount set with turquoise, stamped 800, 4.5 cm high
Good Georgian ivory portrait miniature, English school, c.1790, of rectangular form, in three quarter sinister, depicted wearing a blue feathered hat, with gold necklace and frilled collared dress, holding a book in hand, set within a fine gilt frame, 14…
18th Century French Portrait Miniature of Young Lady
18th century French portrait miniature, portrait of a young lady, depicted in blue and white dress with coiffed blonde hair, in tones of blue, pink and white, of oval form, watercolour on ivory, 4.5 x 3.5 cm, set in a wooden frame, 11 x 10 cm
18th Century French Lady Portrait Miniature in Gilt Frame
18th century French portrait miniature, of oval form, depicting a lady in a blue dress with lace collar and posy at breast, with lace cap and necklace, watercolour on ivory, of oval form 6 cm x 4.4 cm, set within a giltwood frame, 9.5 cm x 8 cm
19th Century Portrait Miniatures in Mother of Pearl Frames
Set of five 19th century framed portrait miniatures, depicting an image of Raphael, Michelangelo and portraits, each one of rectangular form, with chamfered corners and gold surrounds, set within a mother of pearl frame, 23 cm x 13.5 cm
Lord Kitchener Portrait Miniature by H.G. Jones
De Courcy Jones, Helena G portrait miniature of field Marshal Lord Kitchener in dress uniform. in ebonised frame. Inscribed verso 'Lord Kitchener of Khartoum By H G Jones, Member of the Society of Miniature Painters. 9.5 x 8.5 cm (overall). Provenance:…
Thelma McDonald Portrait Miniature on Ivory
19th century portrait miniature on ivory, oval form, decorated with a woman in three quarter sinister, 'Thelma McDonald, London', set within a black lacquer frame, with acorn mount, 14.5 cm x 12.5 cm
Portrait Miniatures: Reynolds & Montez
Two portrait miniatures. Portrait miniature 'Age of Innocence,' after Sir Joshua Reynolds 13 x 11 cm (overall); & portrait miniature of Lola Montez, signed middle right 'Merten.' in ivory laminated frame. 14 x 12 cm (overall) (Nb: export restricted).…
Marie-Antoinette Portrait Miniature in Gilt Frame
Late 19th century French portrait miniature, portrait of Marie-Antoinette, depicted seated in blue and white robes and elaborate head dress set with jewels, watercolour on ivory, set in gilt and velour frame, a/f, 15 cm x 10.5 cm (image)
Vintage Ivory Collection of Cigarette Holders and Tableware
A mixed collection of vintage ivory cigarette holders, napkin rings, an antique seal, knife rests, vase and spoon, 19th century to 1960s, twenty one items, Seven assorted oriental carved and engraved cigarette holders, seven carved elephant napkin rings…
Grand Tour Style Collection from Ian Cooper Estate
A collection of Grand Tour style items including a miniature replica of a Greek amphora, a lidded box with Greek red painting motifs, an earthenware model of a foot wearing a sandal and a bisque porcelain cameo of a man, the vase, 13.5 cm high. Provenance…
Regency Lady Miniature in Gilt Frame
Regency ivory painted miniature of a lady set in a gilt timber frame. Condition good to fair, one loose piece to the frame. Dimensions 18 x 15 cm
Miniature Ivory Portrait with Faux Gemstones and Pearls
A hand painted miniature on ivory, a woman with flowing hair and plain day dress, the gilt frame set with pearls and faux emeralds, the back with blue foil and frame for hair or photo. 7 cm x 9.5 cm.
Victorian Miniature Girl on Ivory
A Victorian miniature of a young girl, painted on ivory, gilt framed. Framer's and Mrs. Reginald Ford Collection labels verso. Image 12 x 8 cm
19th Century Ivory Portrait Miniature, of oval form, in three quarter sinister, depicting a young lady with hair tied in pale blue ribbon wearing pearl necklace and pale blue dress, set within a black lacquer frame. 14 x 11 cm
19th century French portrait miniature on ivory, signed Fabry, of a beautiful young woman with papillote curls and red velvet draped over left shoulder, signed middle right, 8.5 cm x 6.5 cm, set within a boulle frame with tortoishell and brass inlay, 12.5…
Blonde Girl in White Dress
19th century portrait miniature, portrait of a young girl, depicted in white dress with short blonde hair, in pale tones, of oval form, watercolour on ivory, 4.5 x 3.5 cm, set in a wooden frame, 11 x 10 cm
Silva's Leda and Swan: Ivory Miniature in Gilt Frame
Late 19th century painted ivory miniature, depicting Leda and the swan, signed Silva, of rectangular form, set within a gilt frame, 7 x 9 cm
Queen Alexandra Portrait Miniature by Helena G Jones
De Courcy Jones, Helena G portrait miniature of Queen Alexandra of Denmark. Inscribed verso 'Queen Alexandra at the Time of Her Marriage. . By Helena G Jones. .' Provenance: collection Cleopatra Rochfort Daunt (1860-1944); thence by descent - private…
Countess of Blessington Miniature Portrait by Lawrence
Portrait miniature of Marguerite Gardiner, Countess of Blessington, after Sir Thomas Lawrence. Inscribed verso 'Lady Blessington' 8 x 6.5 cm (overall). Provenance: Collection Cleopatra Rochfort Daunt (1860-1944); thence by descent - private collection NSW,
Pre-Raphaelite Woman Portrait on Ivory Table Box
A small ivory table box with a pre-Raphaelite portrait miniature set to the top, of a woman with long red hair, signed indistinctly Bic.., circular, diameter 6.4 cm
Young Austrian Girl with Toy Ball and Rattle
A miniature, a young child Austrian School circa 1850 signed indistinctly, possibly 'Johramil C855', watercolour and body colour on card, with short dark hair, coral earrings, wearing a white satin dress, adorned with blue bows and blue cummerbund, with…
Monsieur Loulit Portrait Miniature in Gilt Frame
Portrait miniature of Monsieur Loulit. in oval gilt frame. 8.5 x 6 cm (overall). Provenance: Collection Cleopatra Rochfort Daunt (1860-1944); thence by descent - private collection NSW,
Queen Victoria Portrait Miniature in Gilt Frame
Portrait miniature of Queen Victoria. in oval gilt frame. 9 x 7 cm (overall). Provenance: Collection Cleopatra Rochfort Daunt (1860-1944); thence by descent - private collection NSW,
19th Century Lady Portrait Miniature in Case
19th century portrait miniature, portrait of a lady, wearing a white dress with white bonnet accented with blue bows, watercolour on ivory, of rectangular form 9 x 7 cm, set within a hinged leatherette case. Provenance: Janet Niven Antiques, Woollahra,…
Hand painted portrait miniature of a lady in maroon dress
Antique hand painted portrait miniature, of oval form, depicting a lady in maroon dress off the shoulders, with brown curly hair, signed Keller centre right, 9 cm x 7 cm, set in an ivory frame, 14 cm x 12 cm
Queen Alexandra of Denmark, Portrait Miniature
Portrait miniature of Queen Alexandra of Denmark. in Crown & ermine cape. 9 x 7.5 cm (overall). Provenance: Collection Cleopatra Rochfort Daunt (1860-1944); thence by descent - private collection NSW,
Cleopatra Rochfort Daunt Portrait Miniature by HCJ
De Courcy Jones, Helena G portrait miniature of Cleopatra Rochfort Daunt (1860-1944), in profile facing right. Monogrammed lower right 'HCJ' 12 x 8.5 cm (overall). Provenance: Collection Cleopatra Rochfort Daunt (1860-1944); thence by descent - private…
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