Antique Portait Painting on Bone in Bakelite Case, 1830 but are very securely attached

but are very securely attached and not in danger of breaking or falling off

There is some obvious paint loss and color fading as can be seen in the photographs

This was likely done by the original owner

The front of the photograph has the text "It must come off in one stroke

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Antique Portait Painting on Bone in Bakelite Case, 1830 but are very securely attachedHere is an incredible little original portrait painted on bone. Unfortunately the portrait is extremely worn, to the point that only the subject's dress and hair remain. However, it is still a lovely antique curio and an important piece of artistic tradition. The painting is cased in a gilt tin frame that sits in a hinged Bakelite case. The back of the photo identifies the subject as Aunt Sarah Brown nee Price as painted in 1830. It further states