Why You’ll Love It
Painted in 2004 by the late IGMA Artisan Paul Saltarelli, this elegant miniature oil painting is a faithful reproduction of Charles Baxter's Two Beauties. Although Saltarelli thoughtfully inscribed the reverse as "Two Victorian Ladies, after Francis Childs " research indicates the composition is actually based on Baxter's well-known Victorian genre painting. Rather than detracting from its appeal, the inscription offers an interesting glimpse into the artist's working process and serves as part of the miniature's documented history. The painting depicts two beautifully dressed young women sharing a quiet, intimate moment in a garden at dusk. One delicately holds a folded letter while her companion leans affectionately over her shoulder, admiring a tiny blossom held between her fingers. It is presented in a gilt wooden frame adorned with flowing scrollwork.
Details
Materials: Oils on canvas, carved wood frame
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale; 3" tall × 2⅝" wide
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Artist: Paul Saltarelli (IGMA Artisan)
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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
