Sevres style porcelain portrait plaque
probably depicting Marie-Antoinette, Queen of France 1755-1793, the Queen amongst clouds, within a cerulean border with a gilt cartouche, the plaque on a navy velveted mount, in a gilt frame, 30cm x 22cm overall
Sevres style porcelain portrait plaque
probably depicting Marie-Antoinette, Queen of France 1755-1793, the Queen amongst clouds, within a cerulean border with a gilt cartouche, the plaque on a navy velveted mount, in a gilt frame, 30cm x 22cm overall
With signs of wear consistent with age and use. The tape on the back of the frame is becoming detached. The back of the frame with potential evidence of glue.
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Auction: Country House Sale, 10th Jan, 2024
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