Antique Paris Sepia Portrait by Gougenheim & Forest in an Ornate Miniature Oval Frame

A sepia studio portrait of a young woman in a high-necked dress with a ruffled collar, presented in a miniature oval frame with raised flowers and Rococo-style scrollwork.

The reverse of the portrait card bears the printed studio imprint of Gougenheim & Forest, 10 Rue Croix des Petits Champs, Paris, with a decorative crest and period lettering. The photograph likely dates to the late 19th century. The portrait and frame are sold together.

The gilt-tone metal frame has a glazed front, a folding easel stand and a small hanging loop. It measures approximately 10.5 cm high × 7 cm wide × 1.5 cm deep with the stand folded. The frame’s exact age and metal composition are unconfirmed.

The frame shows rubbing and darkening to the finish, with scratches on the back. The portrait card has age toning, light marks and edge wear. Please see the photographs for close-ups of the frame and both sides of the portrait.