18th century, center shield with fleur de lis decoration within floral garland below an armored bust, surmounted by profile of an animal head, on paneled blue painted backing, parcel gilt mahogany shadowbox frame, 9-1/4 x 7-1/2 in. - Provenance: Purchased from O'Connor, 53 Ledbury Road, London for 250£. (lot accompanied by copy of receipt); Property from the Collection of Dudley and Constance Godfrey
Condition
possibly reset to later backing, some lifting and possible loss to blue backing right of armored bust, some minor losses along perimeter, several small stains; minor abrasions to frame