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A gold and enamel photograph frame with a painted photograph of Queen Alexandra,circa 1902
Estimate
800 - 1,200 GBP
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Description
the miniature signed Downey, the frame probably German, circa 1902
- height: 7cm, 2 3/4 in.
oval, the Queen depicted in full coronation regalia, the frame of translucent green enamelled ribbon tied in two bows and set with three pearls, gold back and strut, unmarked, with MS inventory label 'T/No.2'
Condition
Excellent condition apart from one area of loss, approx. 2mm, to green translucent enamel at right centre.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
The photograph is presumably from the same sitting as National Portrait Gallery no. 36290, by William Edward Downey, for W. & D. Downey, albumen cabinet card, 9 August 1902.