WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT: There is something timeless about this portrait. Against the backdrop of a gold gilt wooden frame, with a beautiful bevel that catches the light, emerges the portrait of a confident, beautiful woman. Her beauty is perfectly captured in rich oil paints on a paper thin piece of porcelain. The neckline of a white gown with ruffled collar and sleeve can be seen, and her soft brown tresses swept away from her face give her a romantic appeal. The back says Winterhalter, perhaps indicating that this is a miniature reproduction of a German painting by artist, Franz Xavier Winterhalter. However, it is unsigned. The former owners purchased many unique oil portraits while in Europe for their gallery room box, most were from jewelers and antique stores in France, England and Italy.
STYLING: Find a small easel or display stand and position it on a shelf, mantle, or in a curio cabinet. Group it with other miniature portraits, antique photographs, or small framed botanical prints to create a visually interesting gallery wall. Place it on top of a jewelry box or display case. Add a touch of elegance to an unexpected spot like a small side table or a bookshelf.
- MATERIALS: Porcelain, Wood.
- DIMENSIONS: 1:12 scale, 1 1/4" x 1 1/8"
- CONDITION: Excellent condition for its age. Carefully preserved in storage for many years.
- HISTORY/PROVENANCE: Original handmade vintage dollhouse miniature. It is unsigned.
- COLLECTION: This miniature is part of the wonderful lifetime collection of Mesha of New York City
*PLEASE NOTE: You are purchasing the framed painting only. Think of our photos as a whimsical stage set, where your amazing new miniature takes center stage. The other props may not join you, but the star of the show is ready to shine!
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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
