Continental School (19th century), Unusual Miniature Portrait of a Saint

Watercolor on ivory, unsigned, possibly depicting Saint John of God attired in dark monastic robes, wearing the crown of thorns, and carrying an afflicted individual, presented behind glass in a restored ebonized pendant frame with gilt oval bezel, collectors label to the verso.

Miniature 2 1/2 x 2 in.; frame dimensions 4 1/8 x 4 5/8 in.

From a Private Collection, Washington, D.C.

Later frame backing; miniature in good condition, mounted to later card backing.
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