£2,100
Exceptional quality early 18th century framed collection of three pairs of miniature portraits on mother of pearl, with aristocratic gentlemen and their partners, in fine dress, each 5.5 x 4cm, set within a period giltwood and gesso easel frame, with label verso 'The property of the late Edward Steinkopff Esq' 27 x 23cm in total
Provenance: Widden Hill House, Gloucestershire
Edward Steinkopff was a German entrepreneur and art collector who lived much of his life in Britain. Other notable works from his collection include Fra Angelico 'The Madonna of Humility' and JMW Turner 'Oberwesel'
Other than losses to the decorative framework, this lot is fine condition. No issues
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