CHINESE EXPORT REVERSE PORTRAIT PAINTING
A Chinese export reverse painted portrait of Kitty Fisher, a noted English courtesan of the 18th C, the painting is a rendition of Joshua Reynolds' portrait of 1759. Painted reverse on glass and framed in giltwood frame, early 19th C.
H. of frame: 45cm (17 3/4in)
Condition Report: Some losses to background painting, additional photos available upon request.
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A Chinese export reverse painted portrait of Kitty Fisher, a noted English courtesan of the 18th C, the painting is a rendition of Joshua Reynolds' portrait of 1759. Painted reverse on glass and framed in giltwood frame, early 19th C.
H. of frame: 45cm (17 3/4in)
Condition Report: Some losses to background painting, additional photos available upon request.