A portrait miniature of Marie of Prussia as Crown Princess of Bavaria, A portrait miniature of Marie of Prussia as Crown Princess of Bavaria, miniature on ivory, a copy of a portrait by Joseph Steiler of Marie of Prussia, Queen Consort of Bavaria as Crown Princess. In an oval silver gilt mount, with a surround of bands of round mixed cut marcasite, grain set. To white cloisoneé enamel scrolls and a black enamel surround. A twisted wire edge, to an articulated fluted bale, hand engraved to the reverse with foliate scrollwork. To a later pin and roller catch, 44mm x 74mm, 25.69g IMPORTANT NOTE This lot contains elephant ivory material. Please be advised that several countries, including those in the EU and the USA, now prohibit the importation of ivory items unless under specific conditions. Accordingly, prospective buyers should familiarise themselves with the relevant customs regulations of their country and ensure they are able to import this item prior to bidding. This item has been registered as exempt from the UK Ivory Act 2018. Ivory declaration submission reference: 3R67ZF6Y. Condition Report: Possibly on Ivory. Visible glue to a few marcasite under 10x magnification. Fractures to a few marcasite. Later soft solder additions to the sides of the mount. Hand engraved reverse showing very slight compression to the lower half. A few small chips to glass, visible under 10x magnification. Pin and clasp a later addition. Marks and scratches. Some tarnish.