Antique Early Silhouette Portrait in Pretty Toleware Frame: C18th Britain Condition:Antique and the tulle trim decoration

and the tulle trim decoration which runs just above the hem is shattering

colourful birds

Dating from the 1950’s or 1960’s

The trees and bushes are velvet

The colours are bright and joyful and the drawing piquant and stylish

Antique Early Silhouette Portrait in Pretty Toleware Frame: C18th Britain Condition:Antique and the tulle trim decorationItem Details. The tradition of silhouette making is ancient. It became popular in the mid 18th century, and they represented a cheap but alternative to the portrait miniature. Skilled and specialist artists could cut a high quality bust portrait in a matter of minutes. This silhouette we are offering is from a collection all dating from the 18th century and with recognisable and hair styles and fashions from the period. This portrait is unusual in