Y Continental School (18th century), A gentleman, wearing scarlet coat

Y Continental School (18th century)
A gentleman, wearing scarlet coat, frilled chemise and white stock, his white wig worn en queue
Watercolour on ivory, oval
4.5cm (1¾ in.) high
In a gilt metal frame chased with floral motifs, the reverse with oval compartment glazed to reveal a lock of hair with gilt filigree detail.

Condition Report:
The miniature has bowed slightly. The colours perhaps a little down, with the blue hues to the sitter's face being very prominent. Some light surface dirt which could easily be removed with a soft brush. Unexamined out of glazed frame. Condition Report Disclaimer