{"product_id":"19th-century-portrait-miniature-of-lola-montez-on-ivory","title":"19th Century Portrait Miniature of Lola Montez on Ivory, Attributed to Johann Joseph Stieler","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col text-sm pb-25\"\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"8f0c837f-7488-43c6-88d6-30bb4cabd82f\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-18\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-turn=\"assistant\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"6daa77a3-26e8-4591-a000-011c03ae494a\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"274\" data-end=\"622\"\u003eThis is a finely executed 19th century portrait miniature depicting Lola Montez, a well known dancer, actress, and cultural figure of the mid 1800s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"624\" data-end=\"1038\"\u003eLola Montez was born Marie Dolores Eliza Rosanna Gilbert in 1821 and became internationally famous during the 1840s. She is best known for her relationship with King Ludwig I of Bavaria, a highly publicized scandal that contributed to his abdication in 1848. Her likeness circulated widely during her lifetime in portraits, prints, and miniatures, reflecting early celebrity culture rather than private commission.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1040\" data-end=\"1553\"\u003eThe portrait is signed, with the signature beginning with the letter S, and the reverse retains a period label reading “Lola Montez n. J. Stieler” and “painted on genuine ivory.” Johann Joseph Stieler was a prominent 19th century German portrait painter known for his depictions of notable figures, including Lola Montez. Based on the signature, labeling, materials, and stylistic execution, the miniature is attributed to Johann Joseph Stieler. Full authorship cannot be confirmed without external documentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1555\" data-end=\"1832\"\u003eThe miniature is housed in a geometric frame composed of ivory segments bordered by a tortoiseshell-toned surround, with a gilt oval bezel. Its scale and presentation make it well suited for shelf styling, wall display, or inclusion in a cabinet or vignette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1834\" data-end=\"1951\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1834\" data-end=\"1850\"\u003eMeasurements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1834\" data-end=\"1951\"\u003e  ~3\"x3.5\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1953\" data-end=\"2106\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1953\" data-end=\"1966\"\u003eMaterials\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1966\" data-end=\"1969\"\u003ePortrait painted on ivory\u003cbr data-start=\"1994\" data-end=\"1997\"\u003eGilt metal oval bezel\u003cbr data-start=\"2018\" data-end=\"2021\"\u003eGeometric ivory and faux tortoiseshell style frame\u003cbr data-start=\"2071\" data-end=\"2074\"\u003eVelvet backing with hanging loop\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2108\" data-end=\"2473\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2108\" data-end=\"2126\"\u003eCondition Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2126\" data-end=\"2129\"\u003eThe portrait shows age appropriate wear, including light surface marks and fine hairline cracks visible in the ivory support, consistent with 19th century ivory miniatures. The frame shows minor age related separation at joints and small surface wear. The backing is intact and includes an original style hanging loop. No major losses observed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2475\" data-end=\"2569\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"2475\" data-end=\"2569\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003eAll sales are final but please feel free to reach out if there is a problem with your order.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Blackbird Grove Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51358844813629,"sku":"51358844813629","price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/6141\/9581\/files\/IMG_4506.jpg?v=1770428727","url":"https:\/\/blackbirdgrovevintage.com\/products\/19th-century-portrait-miniature-of-lola-montez-on-ivory","provider":"Blackbird Grove Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}