Why You’ll Love It
This remarkable oil painting by celebrated miniature artist Linda McBreen (dated 2011) recreates Diego Velázquez’s iconic 1656 masterpiece Las Meninas, one of the most studied and influential paintings in Western art. At the center stands Infanta Margaret Theresa, surrounded by her attendants, court figures, and beloved mastiff hound, while Velázquez famously includes himself at work before a towering canvas. The composition's celebrated visual mystery is heightened by the distant mirror reflecting King Philip IV and Queen Mariana, drawing the viewer directly into the scene. McBreen masterfully captures the depth, atmosphere, and extraordinary storytelling of the Spanish Golden Age original, presenting it within an elegant gilt wood frame accented by a refined beaded inner border. A museum-worthy miniature for the discerning collector.
Details
Materials: Oil painting, wood frame
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale; 5 ⅛" tall x 4 ½" wide
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Artist: Linda McBreen
Collection: The Maureen Fukushima Collection
Please Note: This listing includes the framed painting shown in the photographs. 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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
