(Rome, 20th century)

apparently unsigned, watercolor on ivory, depicting God from Michelangelo's The Creation of Adam on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel, 800 fine silver frame with filigreed border, hinged clasp verso, 1/2 x 1-7/8 x 1-7/8 in.; original leather box, 7/8 x 2-7/8 x 3-1/4 in.

Provenance: Purchased from the artist; Private Collection, Flat Rock, North Carolina, purchased in Rome, likely from the artist (accompanied by note on artist's card)

Note: Bianca Remy de Turicque is mentioned in Diamond Trails of Italy by Martyn Uren as "the best miniaturist in Rome." Additionally, 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.