EXQUISITE LATE 18TH / EARLY 19TH-CENTURY REVERSE-PAINTED GLA...

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EXQUISITE LATE 18TH / EARLY 19TH-CENTURY REVERSE-PAINTED GLASS PORTRAIT

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An exquisite reverse-painted glass portrait depicting a young woman holding a book, partially veiled with a translucent gauze veil rendered with remarkable delicacy. The composition demonstrates fine control of light and surface, with softly modelled facial features and careful attention to costume detail. Housed within a gilt moulded frame.

Provenance: Château de Chalain. PICTURES AND PRINTS Framed: 61 x 51.5 cm. Tuesday 10th March 2026 11:06:30

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Auction Date:
10th Mar 26 at 10am GMT

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