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Humongous Ring
John Field
£500
This jumbo-sized ring has likely been adapted from an original bracelet setting though there is no evidence of any original side-clasps. Although signed Miers, the profile was painted and expertly bronzed by Miers’ partner John Field. Painted in sepia rather than the more usual black, it features a gentleman with a receding hairline and side-whiskers wearing a buttoned-up coat and frilled chemise.
Under magnification, there is light dust visible under the glass and light scratching to the glass. The underside of the ring has a small pierced hole at the bottom edge whilst the band is slightly mis-shapened and shows evidence of size alteration.
Ring Size: P / 7½
Ivory Exemption Ref.: BFB4N8G6
Item Ref. C527
Size: To view, 36 x 28mm
Provenance: Acquired for the Christie Collection from 'Polly' Perkins in 1941
In Memory of AB
John Miers
Reserved
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