{"product_id":"framed-hand-painted-portrait-after-thomas-gainsborough","title":"Framed Hand Painted Portrait After Thomas Gainsborough","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: times new roman, serif;\"\u003eWHY YOU’LL LOVE IT: \u003cspan\u003eThis captivating miniature portrait, a one-of-a-kind treasure, offers a delightful homage to Thomas Gainsborough's 18th-century painting, \"Lady Gertrude Alston.\" While the original piece was a full portrait, this is a closer cropped iteration, focusing on her face. I have included a picture of the original painting as the final photograph so you can compare the exquisite level of detail. The woman has a pale complexion and dark hair, styled high with a delicate pearl ornament. A thick black choker adorns her neck and a black lace shawl is draped over her shoulders. The painting is presented within a gold-gilt wooden frame with a beveled edge. Though the artist's name remains a delightful mystery, their skill certainly shines through.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gmail-Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis painting was created on a sheet of porcelain as thin as a piece of paper.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gmail-Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe former owners would go to numerous jewelers in Europe looking to find these fine antique portraits which were used for ladies jewelry like brooches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gmail-Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey were perfect for their miniature galleries.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: times new roman, serif;\"\u003eSTYLING: 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: times new roman, serif;\"\u003eMATERIALS: Porcelain, Wood.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: times new roman, serif;\"\u003eDIMENSIONS: 1:12 scale 1 1\/2\" tall x 1 1\/4\" tall \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: times new roman, serif;\"\u003eCONDITION: Excellent condition for its age. Carefully preserved in storage for many years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: times new roman, serif;\"\u003eHISTORY\/PROVENANCE: Original handmade vintage dollhouse miniature. It is unsigned.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: times new roman, serif;\"\u003eCOLLECTION: This miniature is part of the wonderful lifetime collection of \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(226, 18, 111);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.magpieminiatures.com\/collections\/mesha-of-new-york-city\" title=\"Mesha of New York City Miniature Collection\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(226, 18, 111);\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMesha of New York City\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: times new roman, serif;\"\u003e*PLEASE NOTE: You are purchasing \u003cspan\u003ethe framed painting\u003c\/span\u003e 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!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Artisan Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49157714936082,"sku":"","price":265.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0820\/2171\/2146\/files\/1A.jpg?v=1715842165","url":"https:\/\/www.magpieminiatures.com\/products\/framed-hand-painted-portrait-after-thomas-gainsborough","provider":"Magpie Miniatures","version":"1.0","type":"link"}