Antique Collectable Silhouette Portrait Cameo in Toleware Frame: C18th Britain collectable buttons circa 1900 this extraordinarily finely

circa 1900 this extraordinarily finely woven chateau curtain length panel

the background area at the top has couched silver metal thread embroidery (which has darkened over time to a deep pewter colour)

Largest panel measures:

The condition of the painting is incredible with colours as fresh as the day it was created

Condition: Excellent ready to use condition

Antique Collectable Silhouette Portrait Cameo in Toleware Frame: C18th Britain collectable buttons circa 1900 this extraordinarily finelyItem Details. The tradition of silhouette making is ancient. It became popular in the mid 18th century, and they represented a cheap but alternative to the portrait miniature. Skilled and specialist artists could cut a high quality bust portrait in a matter of minutes. This silhouette we are offering is from a collection all dating from the 18th century and with recognisable and hair styles and fashions from the period. This portrait is of a man with