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Swiss Gold Portrait Miniature C.1800 attributed Anton Graff

Creator: Anton Graff (Attributed)
Offered by: Louis Wine Ltd

Description
Antique Portrait Miniature original bevelled crystal, Swiss, C.1800, attrib Anton Graff, depicting a boy with pull toy and orange tree, foliate gold (tests as 18K)frame (minor solder at reverse), fitted box. Anton Graff (1736-1813) was among the most talented portrait artists of Goethe's era. He was known for his sensitive portraits of the nobility and wealthy bourgeois and is considered to have been a forerunner of realism. Measures: 1.75 x 1.50 inches. Ref: Skinners Fine Jewelry 2007 sold US$2350.

More Information

Period:	Pre 19th Century
Condition:	Good.
Creation Date:	C.1800
Metals:	Enamel, Gold
Styles / Movements:	Rare Jewels, Fine Jewelry
Dealer Reference #:	AL2705
Incollect Reference #:	229067

Message from Seller:

Louis Wine Ltd., based in Toronto at 801-1240 Bay St, specializes in antique silver, jewelry, and decorative arts and is a fourth-generation family business. Originally founded in Ireland in 1880, the company relocated to Toronto in 1981 and continues to serve collectors worldwide. Reach them at 416-929-9333 or winerichard@hotmail.com.

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