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Lot 3: Richard Cockle Lucas (British, 1800-1883)

Est: £0 GBP - £0 GBPSold:
BonhamsLondon, United KingdomMarch 04, 2003

Item Overview

Description

A cameo of Lord Palmerston, Henry John Temple (1784-1865), profile to the right
shell relief (hairline cracks), pinchbeck brooch-clasp mount with engraved border

Dimensions

oval, 57mm. (2 1/4in.) high

Artist or Maker

Notes


Lord Palmerston was Prime Minister from 1855-1858 and 1859-1865. A controversial figure, he introduced the first "Government of India" bill in February of 1858. A wax by Richard Cockle Lucas of the same profile is in a private collection.

Auction Details

Portrait Miniatures & Silhouettes

by
Bonhams
March 04, 2003, 12:00 AM EST

101 New Bond Street, London, LDN, W1S 1SR, UK