Miniature enameled on hammered copper plate. Arthur Devis 19 February 1712 25 July 1787. Was an English portrait painter, particularly known for the type of portrait now called a conversation piece. Arthur Devis was born in Preston, Lancashire, the eldest son of Anthony Devis. His father, who was a member of the town council as well as a carpenter and a bookseller, may have been responsible for introducing Devis to the Flemish painter Peter Tillemans, who became his teacher.
Gold frame with gold leaf. Size with frame : - Length.
NOTE-BENE: This is a miniature (or reproduction) made on a copper plate hand-hammered and enamelled [certified artisanal] performed in the first part of the 20th century by a French original technique called HELCA, protected by a patent. The item "MASTER SIMPSON, Miniature enameled on hammered copper plate (Arthur Devis)" is in sale since Tuesday, March 7, 2017. This item is in the category "Art\Paintings".The seller is "antiques-from-paris" and is located in Boulay les Ifs. This item can be shipped worldwide.
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