This beautiful hand painted miniature portrait was done by Diana Strode-Jackson, a talented miniature portrait artist who was active in the 1930s (I have some of her other miniatures, still unlisted!)

I don't know what Diana looked like, but I think this might be a self portrait. It is entitled "The Diamond Pendant," and in the picture the woman is wearing a crescent moon hair pin, which is how the goddess Diana is often portrayed in art, with a crescent moon on her forehead.

Although this was likely not originally meant to be worn as a pendant (but rather hung on the wall), it is beautiful worn on a sturdy chain! (Chain in the photos not included, but feel free to message me to purchase separately.)

The frame is made of a gold plated brass. The back has a paper with a handwritten description.

Measurements

3 1/4" x 2 5/8", not including the bail

Condition

Lovely condition overall with some patina/wear to the frame.

This item is sold from a vintage boutique in Houston, TX.