A young boy by
John Turmeau, circa 1810.

Set in the original gold locket frame, the reverse glazed revealing a feathered hair device tied with seed pearls on a bed of ivory.

2 3/4 inches (7 cm) high.

John Turmeau (1777-1846) was one of the founders of the Liverpool Academy, serving as both president and treasurer. Turmeau worked in London, exhibiting at the Royal Academy from 1793-1796 before moving to Liverpool, where he worked for the rest of his career. Turmeau's self-portrait is in the Walker Gallery, Liverpool. His engaging works are scarce.