Victorian Portrait Compact with Painted Silk...
Updated August 23, 2026
| Lot number | 41 |
| Estimate | 200.00 - 500.00 USD |
| Category | Antiques & Furniture |
| Auction | Fine Art & Collectibles Auction: Timeless Treasures |
| Date | September 2, 2026 at 3:00 PM EDT |
| Auction house | Miami Auctions and Appraisal LLC |
| Location | Miami, Florida |
Miniature. This is an oval-shaped Victorian-era compact, likely made of silver or silver-plated metal, featuring an ornate border with scrollwork and foliate motifs. The lid contains a painted portrait of a woman on silk fabric, rendered in a style reminiscent of Rococo or late Baroque portraiture. The portrait shows signs of age and wear, with a visible weave pattern. The overall aesthetic suggests a piece of personal adornment from the late 19th or early 20th century, intended for carrying cosmetics or as a decorative keepsake. The presence of a silk-painted miniature portrait differentiates it from items with printed images or lithographs.
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