Description

Height: 13cm

Width: 8.5cm

A captivating hand-painted antique miniature portrait depicting a regal 19th-century lady in fine attire, set in an ornate oval gilt brass frame.

Rendered with exquisite detail, the sitter is elegantly posed with a gentle smile, adorned in pearls and a lavish gown with puffed sleeves and lace detailing, all complemented by an elaborate red ribbon in her hair.

This finely executed portrait is painted on what appears to be porcelain or bone substitute, showcasing delicate brushwork and rich colour tones.

The decorative brass frame features scrolled Rococo-style cresting and filigree embellishments to the top and bottom, enhancing the portrait’s period charm.

To the reverse, a handwritten label reads “Augusta Ströbl (J. Stieler)”, referencing Joseph Karl Stieler, the renowned 19th-century court painter of the Bavarian royal family.