Pair 19th C. Grand Tour Miniature Paintings
Round gouache on paper miniature paintings in engraved copper frames, llkely Italian, as were commonly purchased as mementos of a Grand Tour of the Continent. Early paper label on the back indicating they belonged to the famous 19th century socialite and collector of miniatures Peter Marie (1826-1903) They bear his name and his address at 48 West 19th Street. Both with moisture stains. Back of one coming loose. Both approx. 3" diameter.
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Round gouache on paper miniature paintings in engraved copper frames, llkely Italian, as were commonly purchased as mementos of a Grand Tour of the Continent. Early paper label on the back indicating they belonged to the famous 19th century socialite and collector of miniatures Peter Marie (1826-1903) They bear his name and his address at 48 West 19th Street. Both with moisture stains. Back of one coming loose. Both approx. 3" diameter.