Antique Collectable Silhouette Portrait Cameo in Toleware Frame : C18th England

Item Details.

The tradition of silhouette making is ancient. It became popular in the mid 18th century, and they represented a cheap but alternative to the portrait miniature. Skilled and specialist artists could cut a high - quality bust portrait in a matter of minutes.

This silhouette we are offering is from a collection all dating from the 18th century and with recognisable and hair styles and fashions from the period. It is of a woman with an elaborate high hairstyle with decorative elements the likes of which were inspired by that of Marie Antoinette and the ladies of the French court.

Some of the portraits details have been highlighted with a deep gold wash.

We have presented this portrait in a glazed toleware frame.

Please see our other listings from the same collection.

Measurements:
17cm tall x 12cm wide

Condition:
In good antique condition. Some rusting to metal frame and an overall patina of age as is to be expected in and item of this antiquity