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Victorian 15ct Gold & Enamel Brooch of an English Setter signed by W.B Ford in 1884

194S
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Written by Olly Gerrish

This large enamelled miniature brooch of an English setter of the working type was painted by William Bishop Ford (British 1832-1922) He was a renowned miniaturist. While not as well known as his contemporaries J. W. Bailey and William Essex, he was a specialist painter of miniature enamels and studied under Essex. He typically painted enamel onto porcelain, copper and gold and did work for the Minton porcelain company displayed at the 1885 Paris Exhibition. Against an enamel backdrop of tonal browns, a carefully executed portrait of an English setter glows with rich shadings of different greys and black. Realistically rendered head, the eyes clearly convey intelligence, a lively personality and undying loyalty. Even the texture of the sleek and shiny coat is apparent. The miniature has been set into a 15ct gold mount. it is signed on the reverse “WB Ford 1884”.

Item Number
194S
Measurements
Diameter 3cm
Materials
Date & Origin
Provenance
English
Hallmarks

Unmarked, tested to 15ct gold
Signed W.B Ford 1884

Condition
Excellent
Discovered
3 years ago
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