18th c French Miniature Painting Jacques Edouard Verani de Varenne Bronze Frame

A Wonderful 18th c rare Miniature Portrait of Jacques Edouard Verani de Varenne Born August 25 1735 in Montdidier, France  He died in the early 1800's, exact date unknown. He was employed by the King as the  "receiver of sizes in the election of Montdidier" The beautiful watercolor portrait on paper Faintly signed as seen in some photos.  is mounted under an early watch crystal  in a yellow French Bronze Frame.   His name finely  etched  on the back of the bronze frame and also written in ink on paper  behind the portrait. This piece appears to be all original, as you can see it still retains it's handmade screws. (Please see photos) Condition:  Very good age-related condition (Please see all photographs for the actual condition) Approximate Dimensions:                   Sight:      1 5/8" x 1 1/4"                   Frame:   2 3/8" x 1 3/4" Total Weight:  38.2 g.                              id. 60   loc. F