Why You’ll Love It
This atmospheric miniature oil painting by Chris Sparrow depicts a romantic nocturnal Spanish scene of music and moonlight. Beneath a willow, a reclining figure rests on a Manila shawl while a companion plays Spanish guitar, set against a deep blue, star-filled sky.
Hand-painted and signed, it is housed in an ornate gilt wood frame that enhances its rich tones. Evocative and narrative-driven, it makes a striking focal point for a music room, salon, or boudoir vignette.
Details
Materials: Oil painting, wood
Measurements: 1:12 scale; 2 ⅜" tall x 3 ¼" wide
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Artist / Maker: Chris Sparrow (UK)
Provenance: Miss Seattle Collection
Please Note: You are purchasing the signed miniature oil painting by Chris Sparrow in an ornate gilt-accented frame. Everything else you see is not included, but is used to demonstrate scale suggestions.
A Note About Value
Every miniature we offer has been carefully evaluated for its craftsmanship, rarity, condition, provenance, and collectibility. Many of the artisan pieces we sell are one-of-a-kind works that may never appear on the market again. While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.
Our pricing reflects the miniature's place within today's collector market and the years we've spent studying the artists, histories, and values that make these tiny works of art so special.
A Commitment to Research
Every miniature has a story, and uncovering it is one of our greatest passions. We carefully research each piece, but unsigned or illegible works can remain mysteries. If you can identify an artist or provide additional information, we'd be delighted to hear from you and will gladly update the listing to preserve their legacy.
