Three French Portrait Miniatures and a French Porcelain Plaque of Napoleon

Description:

Three French Portrait Miniatures and a French Porcelain Plaque of Napoleon, late 18th century, two portraits of Napoleon: one in wood frame, one mounted in gilt-bronze, and a portrait of possibly Louis XV, sight ht. 2 1/4 to 3 1/2; porcelain of Napoleon in a gilt-metal mount, sight ht. 3 1/8 in.
Estimate $400-600

Portrait possibly depicting Louis XV not examined out of frame; surface accretions/mold.


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