Circa 1840s, watercolor on ivory, unsigned, the distinguished couple dressed in black and white formal attire, presented behind glass within matching gilt brooches decorated in ornate pierced scrollwork and boss surround.

Miniature 1 7/8 x 1 1/2 in.; Brooch dimensions 2 1/2 x 2 1/8 x 3/4 in.

From a Private Collection, Washington, D.C.

Clasp to verso of female with later replacement; some light scratches and denting to brooch backing; Gentleman wafer with some concave bowing. Female brooch with one boss detached but present.

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