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Lot Essay
For a portrait of the sitter's father, see lot 127.
Details
JOHN SMART (BRITISH, 1742/43-1811)
Edward Penfold (1758-1848), in mauve coat, gold-trimmed cream waistcoat with gold buttons, frilled white cravat, powdered hair worn en queue
signed with initials and dated 'J S 1785.' (lower left)
on ivory
oval, 2 1/16 in. (52 mm.) high, gold frame with bright-cut edge, later brooch pin
Edward Penfold (1758-1848), in mauve coat, gold-trimmed cream waistcoat with gold buttons, frilled white cravat, powdered hair worn en queue
signed with initials and dated 'J S 1785.' (lower left)
on ivory
oval, 2 1/16 in. (52 mm.) high, gold frame with bright-cut edge, later brooch pin
Provenance
By direct family descent.
Special notice
Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country.
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