Antique French Limoges Enamel on Copper Miniature Portrait-Plaque, Gilt Bronze

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Antique French Limoges Enamel on Copper Miniature Portrait-Plaque, Gilt Bronze:
$1175.00

Antique French Limoges Enamel on Copper Miniature Portrait Plaque, Gilt Bronze Frame

A fine antique 19th century French Limoges hand painted enamel on copper miniature portrait plaque set in an ornate gilt bronze frame. The portrait depicts a lady in period costuming, her hair adorned with roses. Enameling atop silver or gold foiling add just touch of shimmer and realism to the fabric & leaves having gilt painted accents. . The artist/enamellist achieved every bit of detail in this portrait. Simply gorgeous! The enamel is done atop a convex copper plaque, which is then kiln fired. It takes a very special skill to produce such quality work, as the enamel is first applied as a powder which then liquefies as it melts. Quite difficult to work with and to convey imagery such as this fine portrait is not an easy task.Such work illustrates the level of craftsmanship and superb quality that resides in this piece offered here. Please excuse the reflections of my umbrellas on either side of the enamel as this piece was a bit difficult to photograph. Also, the white specs you see on the enamel are from the packing material.

Housed in an ornate gilt bronze frame. There is a metal easel on the back for table top display as well as a small loop for hanging display. This gorgeous piece of art is truly stunning and is in wonderful condition for its age. The portrait is in very good condition with a small scratch on the bottom of her chin (please refer to pictures). The frame showing general wear from use. The frame, including the wreath final, measures 7 3/8\" in height and 5 3/8\" in width. The portrait measures 3\" in diameter.