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~ PORTRAIT OF AN OFFICER OF THE EMPIRE

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The item was sold for 130

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Miniature portrait on ivory, oval in shape. The officer is shown in uniform, viewed in three-quarter profile. Plain grey background. Set in a medallion frame with a loop; on the reverse, a lock of hair on cream-coloured moiré fabric.
Early 19th century.
Height: 4.8 cm - Width: 3.9 cm
Gross weight: 16 g.
(Visible damage, a crack)

Elephantidae spp. (I/A), CIC FR2606400066-K issued on 28/04/2026.

  • Paul Desbordes Collection (1862–1943), Château Desbordes, Avize (Marne).
  • Passed down through the family to the present day.