Frederika Sophia Wilhelmina (Wilhelmina; 1747-1820)
Johannes Emilius Phaff
1767 - 1820
Medium
ivory
Dimensions
9.4; 7.8; 11.1; 10; 0.7
About this artwork
height 10 cm x width 7.8 cm
Art Historical Context
This delicate ivory miniature portrait, titled *Frederika Sophia Wilhelmina (Wilhelmina; 1747-1820)*, captures the likeness of a prominent 18th-century Dutch noblewoman, likely in profile relief. Crafted by Johannes Emilius Phaff, a skilled Dutch artist renowned for his intricate ivory carvings, the work measures just 10 cm high by 7.8 cm wide—perfect for a private collection or as a cherished personal token. Dating between 1767 and 1820, it spans much of Wilhelmina's lifetime, suggesting it may commemorate her enduring legacy within Dutch aristocracy. Ivory was a prized medium for such minia...