Mrs. Isabella Beetham (British, circa 1753-1825) A silhouette of a young Lady, half-length, profile to the left, wearing riding jacket over dress with fichu, her hair worn in a banging chignon
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Mrs. Isabella Beetham (British, circa 1753-1825)
A silhouette of a young Lady, half-length, profile to the left, wearing riding jacket over dress with fichu, her hair worn in a banging chignon.
Painted on card in shades of grey, turned pearwood frame, the reverse with partially covered trade label no.5.
Oval, 95mm (3 3/4in) high
Provenance: The Jack Pollak Collection
Literature: S. McKechnie, British Silhouette Artists and their work 1760-1860, 1978, ill.p.460, pl.688
Sold for £812 inc. premium

Category: Fine Art / Portrait Miniatures

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