Why You’ll Love It
Created by Spanish miniature artist Nuria Torrente and dated 2017, this exquisite Madonna and Child is painted in oil with gold on synthetic ivory. The composition has the luminous, devotional quality of a medieval or Byzantine-inspired icon, with the Virgin rendered in rich blue and red while gently holding the Christ Child against a jewel-like green background.
The presentation is equally special. The tiny painting is set within a custom wood frame with an ornate gold finish and surrounded by a deep burgundy silk velvet mat, giving it the appearance of a treasured devotional artwork displayed in a chapel, palace, or noble household.
Perfect for
Tudor and medieval interiors, chapels, castle rooms, Renaissance settings, miniature art galleries, devotional displays, or collectors of European artisan miniature paintings.
Details
Materials: Wood, velvet, mixed media
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale; 3 ⅜” tall x 3 ⅛” wide
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Artist: Nuria Torrente, Spain
Collection: The Maureen Fukushima Collection
Please Note: The Spanish inscription on the reverse translates to “Virgin and Child, oil and gold on synthetic ivory.” The easel and any surrounding furnishings shown in the styled photograph are for display purposes 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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
