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Russian School, circa 1808 — Portrait of a girl, traditionally identifed as Princess Elisabeth Alexandrovna of Russia(1806-1808)
Russian School, circa 1808

Portrait of a girl, traditionally identifed as Princess Elisabeth Alexandrovna of Russia(1806-1808)

This Russian School portrait of circa 1808 depicts a girl traditionally identified as Princess Elisabeth Alexandrovna of Russia, rendered in watercolor and bodycolor on ivory. The work showcases the refinement of Russian Imperial portraiture during the early 19th century. The gilt-metal mount and wood frame enhance the precious, intimate nature of this miniature portrait.

Medium
Watercolour and bodycolour on ivory, gilt-metal mount, wood frame
Spotted At
Auction House · Sotheby's

🔨 Auction Lot

Old Master Paintings and Portrait Miniatures

April 23, 2021

Estimate: $500 – $800

Lot 540

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Russian School, circa 1808, Portrait of a girl, traditionally identifed as Princess Elisabeth Alexandrovna of Russia(1806-1808)

This Russian School portrait of circa 1808 depicts a girl traditionally identified as Princess Elisabeth Alexandrovna of Russia, rendered in watercolor and bodycolor on ivory. The work showcases the refinement of Russian Imperial portraiture during the early 19th century. The gilt-metal mount and wood frame enhance the precious, intimate nature of this miniature portrait.

Medium
Watercolour and bodycolour on ivory, gilt-metal mount, wood frame
Seen at
Sotheby's, New York, London, Hong Kong, Paris

Related themes

Watercolor And Bodycolor, Early Nineteenth Century, Girl, Historical, Detailed, Portrait, Precious, Ivory Miniature, Russian, Formal