English and European Ceramics and Glass - 02 May 2018
An English enamel patch box of theatrical interest c.1785-90
An English enamel patch box of theatrical interest c.1785-90, the oval cover printed and titled with 'Mrs Siddons as Isabella in Measure for Measure', after a print for the Lady's Magazine, the actress with arms extended in a beseeching pose, raised on pink enamel sides, with a polished steel mirror to the interior, some good restoration, 4.7cm.
Sarah Siddons (1755-1831) was one of the Kemble acting dynasty, whose career was launched at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane by David Garrick. Her most famous role was as Lady Macbeth.


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