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Exquisite miniature dating from the second half of the 18th century, with its original bronze frame and protective glass.
FRENCH SCHOOL, 18th century.
It depicts a reclining nude woman by the water, with a dove concealing her nudity.
She holds a rose in her right hand and a transparent veil around her shoulders.
The scene takes place in a beautifully painted woodland near a stream or river.
A delightful miniature of great finesse, circular and painted on ivory.
Dimensions:
6.5 cm in diameter (visible area), and 9.5 cm with its gilt bronze frame decorated with two rows of grooves.
Inscribed Jacques Charlier (1728-1790) on the back, with the collection number 309.
From a major collection in Lyon.
A slight original crack or flaw in the ivory work is visible on the left side in the photos and does not affect the artwork.
CITES No.: FR2306900648-K
In accordance with the provisions of the regulations in force within the territory of the European Union (Regulation (EU) No. 2021/2280 of 16 December 2021), the item will be delivered to the buyer with its intra-Community certificate issued by the DREAL Auvergne Rhône-Alpes on 25/07/2023.
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