Miniature Empire Period

Antique French miniature painted in the early 19th century, signed Syco, who excelled in the art of miniature. Portrait of a lady of quality during the Empire period, under Napoleon I. Extremely fine details: hair, jewelry, face and dress are made with great delicacy and an infinite sense of precision. Dark wood frame and back pasted with old French newspaper. Excellent condition considering its great age. Frame 12.5x12.5cm Diam. Portrait 6cm.