Contact Seller Aileen Cameron Decorative Antiques Tel01436673010Please quote Antiques Atlas.

Georgian Reverse Glass Painted Silhouette. Burney

Name: Georgian Reverse Glass Painted Silhouette. Burney
SKU: as596a043
Price: 850.00 GBP
Availability: SoldOut

Photos

Contact SellerAileen Cameron Decorative Antiques ▼

Impressive reverse glass painted silhouette of the Burney family in the style of Isaac Taylor III.
The silhouette is exceptionally highly detailed and of exceptional quality. It has a pleasing composition. The family is shown under swagged curtains in a faux oval frame within a painted, texturised mount. The silhouette is in it's original gilded and ebonised frame.
It shows Dr. Charles Burney (1726-1814), the English Composer and his family. His daughter, Fanny Burney, can be seen standing behind her mother's chair, knitting. Fanny Burney (1752-1840) was to become a famous novelist, and diarist. She was friendly with Dr. Johnson and Hester Thrale, and spent much of her life at the court of George III.
Reverse glass painted silhouettes are much sought after, as they cast pleasing shadows onto the backing card to produce a 3d effect.
Measurements
Width 35cm (13.75ins)
Height 30cm (12ins)
Literature Sue McKechnie 'British Silhouette Artists and their Work 1760-1860', 1978.
ISBN 0856670367 Each antique that I sell has been selected for it's quality, condition and visual appeal. Every item is researched to provide an accurate description, but you may feel that you want more information, or extra photos and that's fine - don't hesitate to contact me. Buying antiques online is a leap of faith and I want you to be happy with your purchase.

Aileen Munro Cameron

I prefer to be paid by Paypal, but will accept cheque or cash (on collection) as payment.
The price of each item is listed exclusive of delivery. P&P will be quoted on a per-package basis, as I do not seek to make a profit on delivery charges. Items will be robustly packaged, using recycled materials wherever possible, and sent insured, via mail or courier.

Price

£~~850.00~~

$~~1140.02~~ USA

€~~983.37~~

The price has been listed in British Pounds.
Conversion rates as of 21/MAY/2026. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer.