Specialist dealer in portrait miniatures.
As the largest resource for exceptional portrait miniatures in America, Elle Shushan specializes in the full realm of the art. American, British and European miniatures on ivory, vellum and in enamel, ranging from the 16th through the 21th centuries are all represented in the extensive collection, available to be seen by appointment in a landmark building in Philadelphia, or at major antiques shows.
In addition to many notable private collectors, Elle Shushan works with outstanding museum collections, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Yale University Art Gallery.
Services provided include collection and investment guidance, auction advice, instruction and appraisals.
The firm is always interested in purchasing single miniatures or entire collections. A prompt response and confidentiality is assured.
Member: Antiques Council, Inc., Antiques Dealers' Association of America, Inc., Guild of Arts Scholars, Dealers and Collectors, London
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Set in a gold locket frame with glazed reverse.
2 11/16 inches (6.8 cm) high.
Henry Jacob Burch, Jr. (1763-after 1834) studied at the Royal Academy Schools, before exhibiting there from 1787-1834. In addition to miniatures, Burch carved cameos and sculpted wax portraits. His bright and distinctive works may be seen in the collection of the Victoria & Albert Museum.
Set in a gold locket frame with glazed reverse.
2 11/16 inches (6.8 cm) high.
Henry Jacob Burch, Jr. (1763-after 1834) studied at the Royal Academy Schools, before exhibiting there from 1787-1834. In addition to miniatures, Burch carved cameos and sculpted wax portraits. His bright and distinctive works may be seen in the collection of the Victoria & Albert Museum. | Close
