Antique Collectable Silhouette Portrait Cameo in Toleware Frame: C18th Britain Stumpwork Produced in 1925 the lithographs

Produced in 1925 the lithographs by H

Three Cypress trees (Trees of Life) in large pots surmounted by birds

With an interesting chinoiserie

With claret red appliquéd silk velvet crosses and central motif with star bursts which have been and studded with glass ‘jewels’

one has been mounted and conserved

Antique Collectable Silhouette Portrait Cameo in Toleware Frame: C18th Britain Stumpwork Produced in 1925 the lithographsItem Details. The tradition of silhouette making is ancient. It became popular in the mid 18th century, and they represented a cheap but alternative to the portrait miniature. Skilled and specialist artists could cut a high quality bust portrait in a matter of minutes. This silhouette we are offering is from a collection all dating from the 18th century and with recognisable and hair styles and fashions from the period. This portrait is of a man with