Sulphide Bust of George Washington

Description:

Sulphide Bust of George Washington, possibly Martoret, Paris, France, c. 1820-30, the bust of Washington facing to the right, modeled after the 1786 George Washington Comitia Americana medal engraved by Benjamin Duvivier, within a round glass enclosure with spiral-cut edges, set within a classical gilt-brass frame, glass dia. 2 1/8, frame ht. 4 1/8, wd. 3 3/4 in.

Literature: For a similar bust see Paul Jokelson, Sulphides, The Art of Cameo Incrustation (Toronto: Thomas Nelson & Sons, Ltd., 1968),fig. 51.
Estimate $4,000-6,000


The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.

Keywords