Why You’ll Love It
This exquisite 1:12 scale oil painting by renowned IGMA Artisan Paul Saltarelli beautifully recreates one of the most celebrated royal portraits of the nineteenth century: Franz Xaver Winterhalter's iconic portrait of Empress Elisabeth of Austria, affectionately known as "Sisi." Painted with extraordinary precision by Saltarelli, one of the world's most admired miniature painters. The portrait depicts the legendary Empress Elisabeth wearing her famous ethereal white diamond star court gown adorned with shimmering silver embroidery. Her long, flowing dark hair is decorated with sparkling diamond stars. Set against a romantic landscape with classical architecture and flowering gardens.
The painting is presented in a lavish custom wood Baroque-style gilt frame. Ready to be showcased immediately in a grand dollhouse gallery or palace interior.
Complete the story. This famous portrait by Franz Xaver Winterhalter is beautifully recreated as a handcrafted miniature by Annemarie Kwikkel, depicting Empress Elisabeth in her iconic diamond star gown. Be sure to see the matching doll, available separately.
Details
Materials: Oil painting, wood
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale; 3¾" tall × 3" wide
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Artist: Paul Saltarelli (IGMA Artisan)
Collection: The Maureen Fukushima Collection
Please Note: The framed painting only. Other accessories and dolls shown are for staging purposes.
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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
