Antique Portrait Silhouette Cameo Collectable: C18th Britain Turkish slippers stalks of wheat meandering around

stalks of wheat meandering around a central medallion

The bag has a Greek key design around the upper border and is on a teal coloured drawstring

This piece is a vibrant example of Indian silk embroidery featuring a lush

The panel looks as though it has never been used and the yellow silk lining is as vivid today as it was when it was first made

Antique Portrait Silhouette Cameo Collectable: C18th Britain Turkish slippers stalks of wheat meandering aroundItem details: The tradition of silhouette making is ancient. It became really 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 hair styles and fashions from the period. This portrait is of a man