Lot 314
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A Royal gold, diamond and enamel portrait miniature pendant of George IV, miniature by Henry Bone R.A., London, dated 1821
Estimate
10,000 - 20,000 USD
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Description
- apparently unmarked
- Gold, enamel, diamond
- height 2 3/4 in.
- 7cm
the enamel head and shoulder portrait of George IV when Prince Regent after Thomas Lawrence wearing a field marshal scarlet uniform and orders including the Garter Star and Golden Fleece, in an engine-turned gold frame mounted with diamonds and a translucent red enamel crowned cipher of the king, with matching enameled crown-form top set with diamonds and a diamond-set suspension loop
Condition
minor scratches to miniature, there is some debris along the upper right edges of the miniature that could be cleaned off by a restorer, light scratches to the glass and the gold mount, overall good condition
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
The back of the minaiture with inscription: "His Majesty London April 1821 Henry Bone R.A. Enamel Painter to the King".
Two similar enamel miniatures by Bone are in the Royal Collection, one mounted on a tortoiseshell snuff box at Buckingham Palace, and the other with diamond border at Wi𒊎ndsor Castle.