DESCRIPTION: An antique signed plaque of a miniature portrait of a French monarch wearing elegant jewels along her head and chest and she poses in a dimly lit setting. Signed illegibly along the bottom right as well as dated what appears to be 1813 although the last two digits are slightly illegible. Signed on back of the plaque illegibly, although the firt name appears to be "Marie", uncertain. Set in a dore bronze frame with strings of lilies and a crossed quiver of arrows and bow along the top. Finished with a floral motif embroidery enveloping the portrait.
CIRCA: Early-Mid 19th Ct.
ORIGIN: France
DIMENSIONS:(With Frame) H:6.25" L:4.75" (Without Frame) Diameter: 2 7/8"
CONDITION: Plaque appears to be in fair condition. some tears of embroidery along the frame, oxidation to frame. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email (info@akibaantiques.com) or SMS (305) 333-4134. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Akiba Antiques shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.