Antique 14K & Hand Painted Enamel Portrait Pendant

Hand painted miniature portraits were the predecessors of photographs. When there was no other way to record a likeness of someone, the miniatures were treasured and passed down in families. Some portrait miniatures were painted of a specific person, and others were of classic style beauties rather than a particular real person. Often, these pieces were made into jewelry and worn as decoration, such as our brooch. This exuberant miniature enamel features a bejeweled, beribboned and befeathered eighteenth century lady with a rather mischievous expression on her darling face! Vibrantly painted with vivid hues and details, she will capture your fancy as soon as you lay eyes upon her! The miniature was unset, and we have had it mounted in a simple gold frame with a generous bale. The perfect saucy, frilly and joyous adornment for all antique jewelry lovers! Details (approximate): Dimensions: 1 1/8" Weight: 6 grams Materials: Gold, Hand Painted Enamel (original element) Metal: 14K yellow gold Marks: None Condition: Excellent modified Antique condition commensurate with age and wear