A curious little portrait miniature with an interesting sitter is expected to generate some interest in Lawrence’s auction in Crewkerne on January 17th. “The French School miniature, no bigger than a matchbox label, depicts Eleanor Ambrose (1718-1816). She was a celebrated beauty and was also flatteringly described as `witty, intellectual and a fervent patriot`”, explains Anthony Kilroy at Lawrences. Full story: Read more