This miniature portrait of Napoleon Bonaparte will bring some Neoclassical flair to your gallery wall or vanity. This piece features a hand-painted oil or enamel portrait on a circular, convex ceramic plaque. Napoleon is depicted in classic profile wearing his imperial military uniform with gold epaulets.
The portrait is housed in a distinctively lightweight, faux-gilt oval frame constructed of a composite, plastic-like material. It is ornately crowned with a striking Imperial eagle holding a laurel wreath, with a decorative scroll casting at the base. The back is finished in a dark velvet-textured backing and features a small metal ring, making it completely ready to hang.
- 5.25ʺW × 1.5ʺD × 8ʺH
- Oil on ceramic
- France, early to mid-20th century
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Excellent vintage condition. The ceramic portrait remains glossy with vibrant colors. The lightweight frame shows minor, authentic-looking surface wear and aging to the gilt finish, adding to its antique appeal.Â
