Pierre Adolphe Hall (Swedish, 1739-1793) Miniature Portrait on Bone

Pierre Adolphe Hall (Swedish, 1739-1793) Miniature Portrait on Bone
18th century
Artist/Designer/Manufacturer: Pierre Adolphe Hall (Swedish, b. 1739 d. 1793)

Materials: Bone, painting, gilt brass

Marking(s): Inside frame on back of bone is a parchment with inscription "Prinz Karl v. Waldeck u. Pyrmont" (Prince Karl of Waldeck and Pyrmont). Portrait is signed at bottom left "Hall".

Cataloguer's Note: Peter Adolf Hall, also known as PA Hall or Peter Adolphe Hall, (23 February 1739 in Borås – 15 May 1793 in Liège), was a Swedish-French artist who mainly devoted himself to miniature painting.
This is a portrait of Prince Karl August, who reigned over two pockets of land within Germany, Waldeck and Pyrmont, for 35 years some 1728 to 1763.
Frame H 5.5" x W 3.75"
Portrait (in frame) H 3.25" x W 2.5"

Condition
Good antique condition. Unless otherwise stated, all information provided is the opinion of our specialists. Should you have any specific questions regarding the condition of this lot, please use the ask question button or send us an email to info@akibaantiques.com