Why You’ll Love It
Hand-painted by IGMA Artist Michael Reynolds, this exceptional miniature painting faithfully recreates Paolo Veronese's celebrated Renaissance interpretation of Leda and the Swan. The composition depicts Leda, Queen of Sparta, reclining upon luxurious drapery as Zeus, disguised as a graceful white swan, attempts to seduce her in one of Greek mythology's most famous narratives. Reynolds captures the luminous skin tones, soft white plumage, and deep crimson curtains. It is encased in a richly sculpted Baroque-style wood frame finished in an antique bronze-gold gilt.
Details
Materials: Oils on canvas, carved wood frame
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale; 3½" tall × 2¾" wide
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Artist: Michael Reynolds
Collection: The Maureen Fukushima Collection
Please Note: The framed painting 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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
