Jasper52 introduces famous portrait miniaturists May 22

An auction devoted to 18th and 19th century portrait miniatures, small hand-painted masterpieces, will be conducted by Jasper52 on Wednesday, May 22. The online auction represents a who’s who of the rich subjects and famous miniature portraitists of their eras.

Horace Hone portrait miniature, circa 1782, painted on natural wafer, signed and dated ‘HH 1782,’ framed in a gold bracelet case (2in. x 1 5/8in.) which is in excellent condition, as is the painting itself. Estimate: $4,500-$5,500. Jasper52 image

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