Oval miniature portrait in polychrome enema of a young boy (about ten years old). Bust length, facing slightly let with light brown hair, chubby face, black tie and white collar. Oval surround of gold with rope twist edge. Hinged hook at top for chain; pin elements missing.
miniatures (toys)
portraits
paintings (visual works)
enamel paint
ivory (tooth component)
Picture
Portrait
Portrait
Original to Roseland Cottage (Woodstock, Conn.),
Unknown
2 3/8 x 1 1/2 (HxW) (inches)
Gift of Margaret Carson Holt
1970.618
Probably New York state (United States)
Probably
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