Mother of Pearl silhouette
24 January 2021
Description
Appears to be Mother of Pearl silhouette in old frame wall hanging. Heavy piece
Provenance
Been in family over 60 years. Unknown origin. Grandparents from Russia and Poland
Acquired from
Inherited
Inherited
For sale
Maybe
Maybe
Answered within
about 2 hours
By Delia
Jan 24, 20:09 UTC
Hi Todd,
Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
This looks like marble or alabaster to me, rather than mother-of-pearl. Often these are signed on the back - is it possible to remove the backing to see if there is a name on the back?
Thanks!
Delia
This is a conditional appraisal, which means that we have not verified the authenticity of this item.
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Hi Todd,
Provisionally, and based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:
An antique Italian relief-carved alabaster profile portrait
late 19th Century
Depicting the head of an Italian nobleman, in profile, on a white ground, the plaque frame.
(DIMENSIONS)
PROVENANCE: descended in the family
$200-300*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.
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