Portrait Miniature on Ivory of a Young Girl

Description:

Portrait Miniature on Ivory of a Young Girl, 19th century, depicting a girl with blond hair in a red dress with a lace collar, in a gilt oval frame, signed to reverse "M__ Lily Hunt/from life/by Jane U. Hunt," sight ht. 3 5/8 in.
Estimate $400-600

Not examined outside of frame. Appears to be in good overall condition with no paint loss or damage to ivory.


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