18th Century Hunting Eagle Micro Mosaic Plaque
18th Century Hunting Eagle Micro Mosaic Plaque
A micro mosaic set in silver depicting an eagle grasping a rabbit. The design is a recreation of a part of the title page of "Various Birds & Beasts Drawn From Life" by Francis Barlow, a 17th century painter and engraver.
Circa 1780 - 1800
Accompanied by original fitted box
Micro Mosaic Measurements: 3.2" x 2"
Original Fitted Box Measurements: 3.63" x 2.38"
Provenance: "Micromosaics Private Collections" by Janette Hanisee Gabriel, published by Brian McCarthy, 2016, page 124.
Bonham's, London, November 12th 2014, lot 44.
A micro mosaic set in silver depicting an eagle grasping a rabbit. The design is a recreation of a part of the title page of "Various Birds & Beasts Drawn From Life" by Francis Barlow, a 17th century painter and engraver.
Circa 1780 - 1800
Accompanied by original fitted box
Micro Mosaic Measurements: 3.2" x 2"
Original Fitted Box Measurements: 3.63" x 2.38"
Provenance: "Micromosaics Private Collections" by Janette Hanisee Gabriel, published by Brian McCarthy, 2016, page 124.
Bonham's, London, November 12th 2014, lot 44.
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