Alfonso Miliotty 1784

This 1784 portrait of Alfonso Miliotty by Scottish artist James Tassie is a fine example of the artist's work in white enamel on a black ground. Tassie was renowned for his portrait medallions which were often cast in a variety of materials, including wax, jasper, and glass, but he was especially known for his enamel pieces. This particular piece is a relief sculpture which depicts Miliotty in profile.