Paganini, Nicolò. (1782–1840) Original Silhouette Portrait, 1830A very finely executed silhouette portrait of the legendary violinist, signed and dated by an unknown Continental artist "R. B. 1830" to the lower right and titled "Sig[nor] Paganini." On a page measuring 6. 25 x 8. 25 inches, set in an attractive period birdseye maple veneer frame. A few small spots, else in fine condition. Paganini was frequently depicted, as here, with his left hand and violin uncommonly twisted and lowered. A contemporary review