Why You’ll Love It
Hand-painted and signed by acclaimed British miniature artist John M. Boyd, this beautiful 1:12 scale portrait faithfully recreates Thomas Gainsborough's celebrated 1782 painting of Prince Octavius of Great Britain. Executed in oils and dated 2007, the painting captures the young prince with his soft golden curls, rosy cheeks, and gentle expression, dressed in a rich mustard-yellow coat with a crisp white ruffled collar and pale blue sash. Presented in a classic oval gilt-finished wooden frame.
Ideal for a Georgian drawing room, Regency manor, English country house, palace interior, portrait gallery, library, formal sitting room, or historic miniature estate.
Details
Materials: Oil painting, wood frame
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale; 2" tall × 1⅝" wide
Condition: Excellent Vintage Condition
Artist: Signed "JM Boyd" for John M. Boyd
Collection: Part of our Private Collection
Please Note this listing includes: The framed portrait only. Any additional figures, furniture, or styling accessories shown in photographs are for display inspiration only and are not included.
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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
