Peregrine Greathead by Spencer

Peregrine Greathead by Spencer

Code: 10571

Dimensions:

W: 3.3cm (1.3")H: 3.8cm (1.5")

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Charming miniature of Peregrine Greathead, facing right, wearing a blue coat over a white frilled chemise.  Enamel on copper by Gervase Spencer (unsigned) C1755.  Glazed gold bracelet frame with snake embellishment set with ruby eyes.  NB: Peregrine Greathead (died 1/1/1766 aged 17 years) was the nephew of the Duke of Ancaster.  Provenance: By descent of the Durand Baronets.