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Legenvre - portrait of 19C lady
This miniature portrait is cracked, but it is signed "Legenvre 183?).
Legenvre was a Paris artist who was active from 1817 to 1835.
The term "historical detective" may sound a little strange, but is the easiest way to express the intent of this research.
Seeking information to expand historical knowledge and finding, surprisingly often, "conventional wisdom" needs revision
This miniature portrait is cracked, but it is signed "Legenvre 183?). 
Literature: Les Peintres en Miniature p342. 937
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