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Lot 35
[NAPOLEONIC WARS] Imperial Guard Infantry Captain Portrait Miniature
Estimate: $250 - $500
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $10 |
| $100 | $25 |
| $300 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
Portrait miniature of a captain of infantry of the Imperial Guard, First Empire
Watercolor and gouache
Early 19th century
1 1/2 x 2 in., framed to 3 1/2 x 3 3/4 in.
Contemporary or near-contemporary wood frame
A handsome portrait of a captain of infantry from the French First Empire's Imperial Guard (see Bertrand Malvaux). His epaulettes confirm his rank, and what appears to be a Legion of Honour medal can be seen right above his posed hand in his waistcoat.
[Art, Fine Art, Portrait Miniature, Paintings, 19th Century, French Revolution, France, Napoleon]
Condition
Not examined out of frame.
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