Antique French Soldier Portrait Miniature, c.1830s 6" Bowtop Frame, Porcelain Plaque Friar But most often

But most often

Nothing else is damaged

The interior with the original paper lining

One would write a love letter

Cherished as the memento it is of someone well loved in her time

Antique French Soldier Portrait Miniature, c.1830s 6" Bowtop Frame, Porcelain Plaque Friar But most oftenBrilliant and handsome young officer, some sort of medal included in the painting. It's framed beautifully and both frame and oil painting on porcelain plaque survive beautifully. This is one of those paintings whose eyes and gaze follows you whether you're to the left of it or to the right, a definite attention getter, in that royal blue military uniform, with those eyes so bold and touch of a smile which shows off a dimple. Painted in oil on