Manner of Jacques Laudin I (1627-1695) | French, Limoges, probably 17th century | Oval Plaque with the Emperor Nero in profile

Property of the descendants of William & Robert Adam
Manner of Jacques Laudin I
(1627-1695)
French, Limoges, probably 17th century
Oval Plaque with the Emperor Nero in profile

partially gilt painted enamel on copper
inscribed: NERO. CLAVD [...] / CAESAR. VI.
7.5 by 5.8cm., 3 by 2¼in.

Condition Report:
There are areas of loss to the enamel at the top, as well as a minor loss to the copper at the top edge. Otherwise the condition is good, with minor surface dirt and wear consistent with age. A small hole at the bottom.

Provenance:
There is a possibilty that the present lot entered the family through William Adam (1689–1748);
Thence by descent.