Lot Essay
Johann Sobieski (1624-96) a native Pole of noble blood. He was elected king in 1674. A superb soldier, his entire reign was spent campaigning against Tartar invaders and the Turks.
Details
Continental School, circa 1850
King Johann Sobieski of Poland, facing right in armour, a ermine-bordered red cloak over his shoulder, a jewelled crown beside him; drapery, pillar and sky background
silver mounted frame with paste border
2 9/16in. (65mm.) diam.; and another miniature of King Johann Sobieski silver mounted frame with paste border, crown surmount inlaid with paste
oval, 1 1/8in. (28mm.) high
See Back Cover for part lot Illustration (2)
King Johann Sobieski of Poland, facing right in armour, a ermine-bordered red cloak over his shoulder, a jewelled crown beside him; drapery, pillar and sky background
silver mounted frame with paste border
2 9/16in. (65mm.) diam.; and another miniature of King Johann Sobieski silver mounted frame with paste border, crown surmount inlaid with paste
oval, 1 1/8in. (28mm.) high
See Back Cover for part lot Illustration (2)