Lot 697
  • 697

FINE WATERCOLOR MINIATURE LOCKET, AMERICAN OR ENGLISH, EARLY 19TH CENTURY

Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 USD
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Description

  • Height 2 3/8 in. by Width 2 1/8 in.
In watercolor on ivory in a gilded copper case; painted with a portrait of an elegant lady, the reverse elaborate pressed foil backing with seed pearls enclosing an "s" curl lock of hair.



Together with a Fine Watercolor Memorial Locket, Anonymous American, Late 18th/Eeary 19th Century. On enamel in a gilded copper case; the reverse with a lozenge-shaped reserve with plaited brown hair. Oval: 2¼ in. by 1¾ in; and a gold mourning ring with a pair of urns, Early 19th century. 3 pieces.



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.