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Lot 1000

15 Assorted Portraits and Memento Mori Items

Estimate: $800 - $1,200

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British/American, 18th/19th century, 11 portrait miniatures, comprising one signed "Rene", some on ivory, seven attached to decorative hanging ribbons; lock of hair in gold frame; three ivory patch boxes, one with braided hair work, largest 8-1/2 in.Note:ÿ?This lot contains animal or plant material that may be restricted under federal, state and/or local law. Prospective bidders should check all applicable government wildlife restrictions prior to placing a bid. The buyer is solely responsible for obtaining any necessary licenses or permits from federal, state and/or local authorities applicable to their purchase or transport of the object. Please note that bidders in New Jersey may not bid on any lots containing elephant ivory, mammoth ivory, or rhinoceros horn., Provenance: three Grosvenor Paine; Collection from an Important American Family

Condition

scattered wear consistent with age, surface scratches, residue buildup, ribbons with fraying and staining, one portrait detached from frame; frames with abrasions, gilt loss; patch box with hair work does not fully close
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