Why You’ll Love It
Painted by IGMA Artisan Hope Hoover in 2002, this finely executed miniature faithfully recreates Diego Velázquez's celebrated Equestrian Portrait of Elisabeth of France, one of the great royal portraits of the Spanish Baroque period. Hoover masterfully captures the Queen's richly embroidered riding habit and crisp white ruff, the commanding white horse that symbolizes royal dignity and power.
Displayed within a beautifully antiqued Baroque-style gilt frame, this 1:12 scale painting is an exceptional piece for a miniature art gallery, palace, or historic dollhouse interior.
Details
Materials: Oils on canvas, carved wood frame
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale; 3" tall × 3⅛" wide
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Artist: Hope Hoover (IGMA Artisan)
Collection: The Maureen Fukushima Collection
Please Note: This Listing Includes The framed painting shown 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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
