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Lot location
Lewes, East Sussex
John Miers (1756-1821)
Silhouettes of a lady and gentleman
painted and bronzed plaster (2)
both looking to sinister
8.1 x 6.3cm.
Silhouettes of a lady and gentleman
painted and bronzed plaster (2)
both looking to sinister
8.1 x 6.3cm.
***CONDITION REPORT***She - Some light dirt marks on the plain plaster and a few insect dirt specks, loose at the bottom. Minor chips to the frame with one shallow scratch on the lower left corner. later backing.
He - dirt on glass and plaster, chips to plaster at 4 and 7 o'clock. Frame with minor chips, later suspension loop and matching later label.
He - dirt on glass and plaster, chips to plaster at 4 and 7 o'clock. Frame with minor chips, later suspension loop and matching later label.
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Venue address
15 North Street
Lewes, East Sussex
BN7 2PD
United Kingdom
Gorringes - Miniatures & Silhouettes Online Only Sale - ending 16th June 17:00GMT
Auction dates
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24 May 2024 09:30 BST
Ends from:
16 Jun 2024 17:00 BST
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