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How are miniature portraits made?
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Miniature portraits are made with a mix of powdered glass, metal oxides and oil which makes a paste. This paste is painted color by color onto a base. Each color layer is fired in a kiln, one at a time. You’ll find a variety of miniature portraits from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Fine American 18th Century Portrait Miniature of a Gentleman
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Fine American 18th century portrait miniature of a gentleman, of a distinguished gentleman in a
Category
Antique 18th Century American American Classical Models and Miniatures
Materials
Glass, Giltwood
Portrait Miniature Pendant with Gold Frame, Late 18th Century
Located in Firenze, IT
covered by the seller (customs duties included).
The pendant holding a late 18th century portrait
Category
Antique 1790s English Georgian Models and Miniatures
Materials
Ivory
Russian Princess with Tiara and Elaborate Jewelry Portrait Miniature
Located in San Francisco, CA
19th century Russian princess with tiara and elaborate jewelry portrait miniature
This young
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Russian Models and Miniatures
Materials
Other
19th Century Portrait Miniature of a Young Man with Curly Red Hair
Located in San Francisco, CA
19th century fine portrait miniature of a young man with curly red hair
Dimensions 3" x 2.5
Category
Antique Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Models and Miniatures
Materials
Paper
Signed Inlaid Portrait Miniature Oil Painting
Located in Nottingham, GB
Signed bone Inlaid Portrait Miniature Oil Painting
Good condition.
Free international shipping.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Paintings
Materials
Paper
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Rapetti Portrait Miniature-Charleston Interest
Located in Charlottesville, VA
Portrait miniature of a young woman from the Gourdin family, Charleston, C.G. Rapetti (Italian
Category
Antique 19th Century American Paintings
Materials
Paint
