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Antique Miniature Young Man Military Officer Portrait Painting John Smart, 1780

$3,800
£2,891.24
€3,331.30
CA$5,394.81
A$5,787.67
CHF 3,104.39
MX$69,682.73
NOK 39,134.42
SEK 35,685.17
DKK 24,889.27

About the Item

A fine antique miniature portrait painting, John Smart (1741-1811). The painting circa 1780. A very handsome portrait miniature of a young military officer, painted on an ivory wafer and signed "Smart" to the lower right handside, the painting is housed in the original brass frame with a hinged hanging hook to the top. Original glass to the front and rear, the rear having the monogram of the young sitter. The painting is in very good condition indeed.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 2.5 in (6.35 cm)Width: 2.1 in (5.34 cm)Depth: 0.25 in (6.35 mm)
  • Style:
    Georgian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1780
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Portland, OR
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: C-7601stDibs: LU4876131453332

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