Why You’ll Love It
This finely detailed miniature painting by Paul Saltarelli recreates Gabriel Metsu’s beloved Dutch Golden Age composition Man Writing a Letter. Inscribed on the reverse “A Man Writing A Letter By Paul Saltarelli After Gabriel Metsu … MMVII” and dated 2007, it captures a gentleman seated by an open window, carefully composing a letter with quill in hand. The scene includes classic Dutch Baroque details such as a richly patterned table covering, a globe, and checkered floor tiles. Set within an ornate gilded frame.
Perfect for: Dutch and European period interiors, studies, libraries, formal parlors, writing rooms, or collectors of Paul Saltarelli miniature paintings.
Details
Materials: Oils on canvas, carved wood frame
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale; 3” tall x 2 ¾” wide
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Artist: Paul Saltarelli (IGMA Artisan)
Collection: The Maureen Fukushima Collection
Please Note: Listing includes the framed miniature painting only. Furniture, food, vessels, and other accessories shown in the staged photograph 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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
