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Very good antique condition overall. Minor surface wear and age toning to the re

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Pair of Antique Hand-Painted Porcelain Sailor Portrait Plaques in 9ct Gold Mounts, English, Circa 1900 This evocative pair of antique portrait plaques features finely hand-painted images of rugged seafaring men, each smoking a pipe and dressed in traditional maritime attire. Richly expressive and executed with delicate attention to tone and character, these miniatures capture the spirit of the sea and the romanticism of the sailor's life. Each portrait is painted on a circular porcelain plaque, set within a polished 9ct gold surround and suspension loop. The gold fittings are clearly hallmarked “9ct”, confirming their authenticity. These pieces may have originally served as medallions, pendants, or fob ornaments and now make for striking decorative objects or collectible curiosities. Origin: English or Continental Date: Circa 1900 Materials: Hand-painted porcelain, 9ct gold mounts Dimensions: Approx. 4 cm diameter each (confirm actual) Hallmarks: 9ct stamped to loop Condition: Very good antique condition overall. Minor surface wear and age toning to the reverse, commensurate with age Elegant and characterful, this rare matched pair is ideal for collectors of portrait miniatures, maritime antiques, or antique jewellery.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 0.4 in (1 cm)Diameter: 1.58 in (4 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
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  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    c.1900
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Very good antique condition overall. Minor surface wear and age toning to the reverse, commensurate with age.
  • Seller Location:
    Worcester, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5847245384622

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