Why You’ll Love It
Painted in 2004 by IGMA Artisan Paul Saltarelli, this remarkable miniature painting faithfully recreates Claude Lorrain's celebrated masterpiece Seaport with the Embarkation of the Queen of Sheba (1648), a French Baroque piece. At the heart of the composition, the richly dressed Queen of Sheba, clad in a pink gown beneath a royal blue cloak, prepares to board a waiting launch that will carry her to her ship. Towering classical columns, stately waterfront palaces, and distant vessels dissolve into an atmospheric horizon, showcasing the extraordinary depth and precision that distinguish Saltarelli's finest work.
Presented in an ornate gilt frame and inscribed on the reverse, this museum-quality painting is an exceptional addition to any miniature gallery wall.
Details
Materials: Oils on canvas, carved wood frame
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale; 2¾" tall × 3⅜" wide
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Artist: Paul Saltarelli (IGMA Artisan)
Collection: The Maureen Fukushima Collection
Please Note: This Listing Includes The framed painting shown 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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
