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Details
RICHARD COSWAY, R.A. (BRITISH, 1742-1821)
A young gentleman, in purple coat, white waistcoat and lace cravat, powdered hair en queue; sky background
on ivory
oval, 1.5/8 in. (41 mm.) high, silver-gilt frame with open scroll border, hair panel reverse
A young gentleman, in purple coat, white waistcoat and lace cravat, powdered hair en queue; sky background
on ivory
oval, 1.5/8 in. (41 mm.) high, silver-gilt frame with open scroll border, hair panel reverse
Provenance
Christie's, London, 9 November 1994, lot 79.
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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