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Portrait miniature of child on ivory
Portrait miniature of child on ivory
Portrait miniature of child on ivory

Portrait miniature of child on ivory

Dateca. 1840
Mediumgold, ivory, hair
Dimensions1 7/8 x 2 3/4 in. (4.8 x 7 cm)
ClassificationsJewelry & Adornment
Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, gift of Diane Schulte
Terms
    Object numberPC2000.49.11
    DescriptionA English portrait minature on ivory of a child in pink and cream holding a flower. The painting is mounted on an 18K yellow gold frame, with engraving and scrollwork. The glass face on the portrait side appears to be touching the surface of the painting at the edges. The frame with portrait is attached to a band (bracelet) of woven hair forming a bracelet.
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