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 shadow box frame, 9-1/4 x 7-1/2 in.

Provenance: E.R. O'Connor, 53 Ledbury Road, London, purchased October 31, 1985 for 250œ (lot accompanied by copy of receipt); Property from the Collection of Dudley and Constance Godfrey

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