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Antique Italian Micro Mosaic Miniature Portrait Painting Porcelain Guido Reni
Antique Italian Micro Mosaic Miniature Portrait Painting Porcelain Guido Reni

Antique Italian Micro Mosaic Miniature Portrait Painting Porcelain Guido Reni

By Guido Reni

Located in Portland, OR

A good antique Italian Grand Tour miniature hand-painted portrait on a porcelain plaque of Beatrice Cenci after the original by Guido Reni (1575-1642), the painting in a gilt brass m...

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Antique 1890s Italian Grand Tour Decorative Art

Materials

Brass

Victorian Style Miniature Portrait Painting 18K Two Tone Gold Pendant Brooch
Victorian Style Miniature Portrait Painting 18K Two Tone Gold Pendant Brooch

Victorian Style Miniature Portrait Painting 18K Two Tone Gold Pendant Brooch

Located in Tustin, CA

Lovely oval shaped pendant or brooch has a hand painted miniature painting of a beautiful young woman with 3 diamonds accenting her veil. Painting is protected with a white gold, bez...

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Late 20th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

19th Century Pair of English Husband and Wife Miniature Portraits
19th Century Pair of English Husband and Wife Miniature Portraits

19th Century Pair of English Husband and Wife Miniature Portraits

Located in Marbella, ES

Pair of 19th century English miniature portrait paintings. On the back can be read: Joseph Storr of Ouswick, born 6 of February 1755 and died 10 of December 1831.

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Antique 19th Century English Paintings

Materials

Wood

“Double Portrait”
“Double Portrait”

“Double Portrait”

Located in Southampton, NY

With the advent of photography, the need for miniature portrait paintings became obsolete, and Carlin turned to painting the landscapes and genre scenes for which he is best known.

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1860s Academic Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Period Italian Portrait Miniature
Period Italian Portrait Miniature

Period Italian Portrait Miniature

By Floriano Pietrocola

Located in Roma, IT

His works can be found in many museums around the world: Thorvaldsen Museum, Copenhagen: portrait of Bertel Thorvaldsen, circa 1830; British Army Museum, Chelsea: portrait of George...

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Mid-19th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

Materials

Wood

Red miniature - Original Contemporary Portrait Painting Acrylics Polish Artist
Red miniature - Original Contemporary Portrait Painting Acrylics Polish Artist

Red miniature - Original Contemporary Portrait Painting Acrylics Polish Artist

By Marianna Sztyma

Located in Warsaw, PL

Original Contemporary Portrait Painting by Marianna Sztyma - Acrylic on Cardboard Marianna Sztyma (born 1973) is a highly versatile contemporary artist whose work fluidly spans the ...

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2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings

Materials

Acrylic, Board, Cardboard

Mid-19th Century Italian Portrait Miniature
Mid-19th Century Italian Portrait Miniature

Mid-19th Century Italian Portrait Miniature

By Floriano Pietrocola

Located in Roma, IT

His works can be found in many museums around the world: Thorvaldsen Museum, Copenhagen: portrait of Bertel Thorvaldsen, circa 1830; British Army Museum, Chelsea: portrait of George...

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Mid-19th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

Materials

Wood

Indian Miniature Portrait of Emperor Akbar Shah II , 18th cent.
Indian Miniature Portrait of Emperor Akbar Shah II , 18th cent.

Indian Miniature Portrait of Emperor Akbar Shah II , 18th cent.

Located in Greenwich, CT

Fine Indian Miniature Portrait of the Emperor Akbar Shah II , possibly Murshidabad school East India circa 1800. Opaque pigments heightened with gold on paper, signed lower center I...

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19th Century Rajput Portrait Paintings

Materials

Gold

"Miniature"
"Miniature"

"Miniature"

By Unidentified

Located in Edinburgh, GB

Antique Oil Painting on Metal – 19th Century Miniature Artist: Unidentified Medium: Oil on Metal Dimensions: Framed: 19 x 17 cm Artwork: 10 x 6 cm Style: Classical / Romanticism / M...

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19th Century Romantic Portrait Paintings

Materials

Metal

Portrait miniature, by F. Carbonara. Gabriel Verplanck Ludlow New York lawyer
Portrait miniature, by F. Carbonara. Gabriel Verplanck Ludlow New York lawyer

Portrait miniature, by F. Carbonara. Gabriel Verplanck Ludlow New York lawyer

Located in GB

F. Carbonara was an Italian miniature portrait artist active in the early 19th century. There is an example by him at the Metropolitan Museum. Signed "Carbonara 1808", the sitter a...

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Early 19th Century Portrait Paintings

Materials

Watercolor, Board

19th C French Portrait Miniature, A Fashionable Lady, after Jean-Baptiste Isabey
19th C French Portrait Miniature, A Fashionable Lady, after Jean-Baptiste Isabey

19th C French Portrait Miniature, A Fashionable Lady, after Jean-Baptiste Isabey

Located in Cotignac, FR

Portrait miniature, French, 19th century of a fine lady, oil on vellum on card. The miniature is not signed but is of very good quality. Presented in a period wood frame with a chase...

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19th Century French School Portrait Paintings

Materials

Parchment Paper, Watercolor, Gouache, Vellum

Fine Mid 19th Century Portrait Miniature of a Woman Wearing a Lace Bonnet
Fine Mid 19th Century Portrait Miniature of a Woman Wearing a Lace Bonnet

Fine Mid 19th Century Portrait Miniature of a Woman Wearing a Lace Bonnet

Located in San Francisco, CA

Fine Mid 19th Century Portrait Miniature of a Woman Wearing a Lace Bonnet Finely detailed portrait miniature of an older woman wearing a lace bonnet. No visible signature. Dimensi...

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Late 19th Century Impressionist Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Miniature 18th Century Oil - Saint Peter
Miniature 18th Century Oil - Saint Peter

Miniature 18th Century Oil - Saint Peter

Located in Corsham, GB

This charming 18th-century miniature depicts a pious St Peter, looking up to the heavens in devotion. Peter is depicted in red and blue, symbolizing his dual roles as a passionate ap...

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Early 18th Century Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Miniature 19th Century Oil - A Bearded Clerk
Miniature 19th Century Oil - A Bearded Clerk

Miniature 19th Century Oil - A Bearded Clerk

Located in Corsham, GB

A finely executed 19th-century Italian School miniature portraying a rosy-cheeked, bearded gentleman wearing a fur hat and collar. The artist has rendered the textures and details of...

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19th Century Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

German School Miniature - 19th Century Oil, Ludwig Simon
German School Miniature - 19th Century Oil, Ludwig Simon

German School Miniature - 19th Century Oil, Ludwig Simon

Located in Corsham, GB

German politician Ludwig Simon (1819-1872) is depicted here in miniature. Beautifully presented in an antique gilt frame. Inscribed verso. Unsigned. On card. Image size: 8 x 6.5cm.

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19th Century Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

German School Miniature - 19th Century Oil, Napoleon Bonaparte
German School Miniature - 19th Century Oil, Napoleon Bonaparte

German School Miniature - 19th Century Oil, Napoleon Bonaparte

Located in Corsham, GB

French emperor and revered military general Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) is depicted here in miniature. He is dressed in splendid military uniform with golden epaulettes and medals...

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19th Century Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

German School Miniature - 19th Century Oil, Martin Luther
German School Miniature - 19th Century Oil, Martin Luther

German School Miniature - 19th Century Oil, Martin Luther

Located in Corsham, GB

German theologian Martin Luther (1483-1546) was the seminal figure in the Protestant Reformation and is considered one of the most influential figures in Western and Christian histor...

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19th Century Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

German School Miniature - 19th Century Oil, Bishop Latimer
German School Miniature - 19th Century Oil, Bishop Latimer

German School Miniature - 19th Century Oil, Bishop Latimer

Located in Corsham, GB

Hugh Latimer (c.1487-1555) was an English Protestant preacher. He was Bishop of Worcester during the Reformation and Church of England chaplain to King Edward VI, but was arrested on...

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19th Century Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

German School Miniature - 19th Century Oil, Heinrich von Treitschke
German School Miniature - 19th Century Oil, Heinrich von Treitschke

German School Miniature - 19th Century Oil, Heinrich von Treitschke

Located in Corsham, GB

German historian and political writer Heinrich von Treitschke (1834-1896) is depicted here in miniature. Treitschke held nationalistic views and was an influential proponent of autho...

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19th Century Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

German School Miniature - 19th Century Oil, Frederick the Great
German School Miniature - 19th Century Oil, Frederick the Great

German School Miniature - 19th Century Oil, Frederick the Great

Located in Corsham, GB

Frederick II (1712-1786), King of Prussia from 1740 to 1786, is depicted here in miniature. A brilliant military campaigner, Frederick II greatly enlarged Prussia's territories and m...

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19th Century Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

German School Miniature - 19th Century Oil, Isambard Kingdom Brunel
German School Miniature - 19th Century Oil, Isambard Kingdom Brunel

German School Miniature - 19th Century Oil, Isambard Kingdom Brunel

Located in Corsham, GB

Renowned engineer Isambard Kingdom Brunel (1806-1859) is depicted here in miniature. Considered one of the greatest figures of the Industrial Revolution, Brunel's achievements includ...

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19th Century Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

German Miniature of Young Lady in a Fancy Hat
German Miniature of Young Lady in a Fancy Hat

German Miniature of Young Lady in a Fancy Hat

Located in New Orleans, LA

This miniature originates from a rare and remarkable collection of 12 German miniature paintings.

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19th Century Old Masters Portrait Paintings

Materials

Copper

German School Miniature - 19th Century Oil, Franz Heinrich Zitz
German School Miniature - 19th Century Oil, Franz Heinrich Zitz

German School Miniature - 19th Century Oil, Franz Heinrich Zitz

Located in Corsham, GB

Dr. Franz Heinrich Zitz (1803-1877), a prominent attorney from Mainz, Germany is depicted here in miniature. He was a member of parliament and served as the head of the militia in Ma...

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19th Century Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

German School Miniature - 19th Century Oil, Marie de' Medici
German School Miniature - 19th Century Oil, Marie de' Medici

German School Miniature - 19th Century Oil, Marie de' Medici

Located in Corsham, GB

Marie de' Medici (1575-1642) was Queen of France as the second wife of King Henry IV and served as regent for her son Louis XIII following her husband's death in 1610. Even after Lou...

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19th Century Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

German School Miniature - 19th Century Oil, Francis I of France
German School Miniature - 19th Century Oil, Francis I of France

German School Miniature - 19th Century Oil, Francis I of France

Located in Corsham, GB

Francis I of France (1494-1547) is depicted here in miniature. The work shows him in profile, after the portrait of the monarch by Titian now in the collection of the Louvre, Paris. ...

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19th Century Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

German School Miniature - 19th Century Oil, Emperor Franz Joseph I
German School Miniature - 19th Century Oil, Emperor Franz Joseph I

German School Miniature - 19th Century Oil, Emperor Franz Joseph I

Located in Corsham, GB

Franz Joseph I (1830-1916), ruler of Austria-Hungary, is depicted here in miniature, dressed in splendid military uniform. Beautifully presented in an antique gilt frame. Inscribed v...

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19th Century Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

German School Miniature - 19th Century Oil, Alexandre Auguste Ledru-Rollin
German School Miniature - 19th Century Oil, Alexandre Auguste Ledru-Rollin

German School Miniature - 19th Century Oil, Alexandre Auguste Ledru-Rollin

Located in Corsham, GB

Alexandre Auguste Ledru-Rollin (1807-1874) was a French lawyer, politician and journalist who emerged as one of the leaders of the French Revolution of 1848. He is depicted here in m...

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19th Century Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

German School Miniature - 19th Century Oil, Joseph Radetzky von Radetz
German School Miniature - 19th Century Oil, Joseph Radetzky von Radetz

German School Miniature - 19th Century Oil, Joseph Radetzky von Radetz

Located in Corsham, GB

Joseph Radetzky von Radetz (1766-1858) was an Austrian field marshal. He fought at the Battle of Leipzig against Napoleon, and embarked on reforms of the Austrian army. His victory a...

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19th Century Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

The Chelsea Pensioner
The Chelsea Pensioner

The Chelsea Pensioner

Located in Douglas, Isle of Man

Anne Marjorie Robinson 1858 - 1924, was a British painter in oil and watercolour of portraits and miniatures. Annie as she was sometimes known was born in Belfast Northern Ireland an...

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1890s Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Abundance: Aje Ni Temi - 21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative, Miniature
Abundance: Aje Ni Temi - 21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative, Miniature

Abundance: Aje Ni Temi - 21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative, Miniature

By Okeowo Oluwaferanmi

Located in Ibadan, Oyo

Shipping Procedure Ships in a well-protected tube from Nigeria This work is unique, this is not a print or other type of copy. Accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity (Issued by...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Trio Portal: Part of the Becoming - 21st Century, Contemporary, Miniature
Trio Portal: Part of the Becoming - 21st Century, Contemporary, Miniature

Trio Portal: Part of the Becoming - 21st Century, Contemporary, Miniature

By Okeowo Oluwaferanmi

Located in Ibadan, Oyo

Shipping Procedure Ships in a well-protected tube from Nigeria This work is unique, this is not a print or other type of copy. Accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity (Issued by...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

I Am: Emi Ni - 21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative, Miniature, Abstract
I Am: Emi Ni - 21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative, Miniature, Abstract

I Am: Emi Ni - 21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative, Miniature, Abstract

By Okeowo Oluwaferanmi

Located in Ibadan, Oyo

Shipping Procedure Ships in a well-protected tube from Nigeria This work is unique, this is not a print or other type of copy. Accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity (Issued by...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Portrait Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Antique French Miniature Portrait of Lady Biographical details with painting
Antique French Miniature Portrait of Lady Biographical details with painting

Antique French Miniature Portrait of Lady Biographical details with painting

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Miniature Portrait French School, late 18th/ early 19th century framed: 5.5 x 5.5 inches board: 2 x 2 inches provenance: private collection, France condition: very good and sound c...

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Late 18th Century Old Masters Portrait Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Watercolor

Miniature Early 19th Century Watercolour - Portrait of a Gentleman
Miniature Early 19th Century Watercolour - Portrait of a Gentleman

Miniature Early 19th Century Watercolour - Portrait of a Gentleman

Located in Corsham, GB

A very fine early 19th-century watercolour portrait of a gentleman wearing a striped waistcoat and dark overcoat. Finely painted with great attention given to the facial features. We...

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Early 19th Century Portrait Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Watercolor

Early 19th Century Watercolour - Miniature Portrait of a Victorian Man
Early 19th Century Watercolour - Miniature Portrait of a Victorian Man

Early 19th Century Watercolour - Miniature Portrait of a Victorian Man

Located in Corsham, GB

A charming early 19th Century miniature portrait of a kindly looking gentleman in a smart black jacket and wing collar shirt. The portrait is unsigned and presented in a traditional ...

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Early 19th Century Portrait Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Watercolor

19th Century Portrait Miniature - Watercolour, Lady in a Feathered Hat
19th Century Portrait Miniature - Watercolour, Lady in a Feathered Hat

19th Century Portrait Miniature - Watercolour, Lady in a Feathered Hat

Located in Corsham, GB

A charming miniature study of an elegant woman in a wide collared dress and a hat decorated with ostrich feathers. The artist captures the woman in fine watercolour detail with areas...

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19th Century Portrait Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Watercolor

Miniature portrait of a British officer by Henry O'Shea
Miniature portrait of a British officer by Henry O'Shea

Miniature portrait of a British officer by Henry O'Shea

Located in Middletown, NY

Limerick: Henry O'Shea, c1800. Dual process photogravure on cardstock, 4 x 2 1/2 inches (102 x 64 mm), the full sheet. Framed handsomely in the original handmade wood frame with a ...

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Early 19th Century French School Portrait Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Gold

Early 19th Century English School Portrait Miniature - Georgian Lady in Blue
Early 19th Century English School Portrait Miniature - Georgian Lady in Blue

Early 19th Century English School Portrait Miniature - Georgian Lady in Blue

Located in Corsham, GB

An exquisite Georgian portrait miniature in watercolour, depicting a lady in a blue dress and elaborate ribbon and lace bonnet. Her gold jewellery and finely detailed lace denotes he...

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Early 19th Century Portrait Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Watercolor

Manner of Guido Reni (1575-1642) - Miniature Watercolour, Portrait of a Scholar
Manner of Guido Reni (1575-1642) - Miniature Watercolour, Portrait of a Scholar

Manner of Guido Reni (1575-1642) - Miniature Watercolour, Portrait of a Scholar

Located in Corsham, GB

A finely painted 19th century miniature portrait in the style of Guido Reni, depicting a scholarly gentleman in profile. His flowing beard is rendered with delicate, precise brushwor...

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19th Century Portrait Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Watercolor

Miniature 19th Century Watercolour - Victorian Lady
Miniature 19th Century Watercolour - Victorian Lady

Miniature 19th Century Watercolour - Victorian Lady

Located in Corsham, GB

A very fine 19th-century miniature watercolour depicting a rosy-cheeked Victorian lady. Rendered in impressive detail, the artist has given great attention to the facial features. Un...

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19th Century Abstract Impressionist Portrait Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Watercolor

H. Harding - Miniature 1821 Watercolour, The Sly Girl
H. Harding - Miniature 1821 Watercolour, The Sly Girl

H. Harding - Miniature 1821 Watercolour, The Sly Girl

Located in Corsham, GB

A delightful early 19th-century miniature watercolour depicting a cheeky young girl. The artist renders the figure in impressive detail and uses soft tones to evoke warmth. Signed, t...

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Early 19th Century Portrait Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Watercolor

Miniature 19th Century Watercolour - Lady with a Lace Bonnet
Miniature 19th Century Watercolour - Lady with a Lace Bonnet

Miniature 19th Century Watercolour - Lady with a Lace Bonnet

Located in Corsham, GB

A fine English School miniature portrait of a Victorian lady wearing a delicate lace bonnet with roses in her hair. Well presented in a 19th-century miniature frame with an acorn han...

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19th Century Portrait Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Watercolor

Miniature Late 19th Century Watercolour - Victorian Woman in Black
Miniature Late 19th Century Watercolour - Victorian Woman in Black

Miniature Late 19th Century Watercolour - Victorian Woman in Black

Located in Corsham, GB

A charming miniature study of a Victorian woman dressed in a black ruffled dress and a hat. Presented in an oval brass frame. On a white bone-like substrate.

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Late 19th Century Portrait Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Watercolor

Antique Miniature French Portrait Painting, Signed 19th Century
Antique Miniature French Portrait Painting, Signed 19th Century

Antique Miniature French Portrait Painting, Signed 19th Century

Located in Norton, MA

19th-century Artist Signed Miniature French Portrait Painting. Dimensions: Height: 5.5 inches, Width: 4.75 inches

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Antique 19th Century French Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood

18th Century Mughal School Indian Portrait Miniature Painting
18th Century Mughal School Indian Portrait Miniature Painting

18th Century Mughal School Indian Portrait Miniature Painting

Located in Atlanta, GA

This exquisite 18th-century Mughal School miniature painting is a masterful example of the rich artistic tradition that flourished under the Mughal Empire.

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Antique 18th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Paintings

Materials

Gold Leaf

Miniature South American or Native American Portraits Paintings Signed Erwin
Miniature South American or Native American Portraits Paintings Signed Erwin

Miniature South American or Native American Portraits Paintings Signed Erwin

Located in Houston, TX

Three well painted miniature portraits of South American or Native American men. The piece is framed in a wooden frame with a white matte. Each portrait is signed by Erwin. Dimensio...

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20th Century Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

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    Miniature portraits were first painted on a variety of mediums, some of the more popular being vellum, and card or cardboard. Paintings would typically be done in watercolor. Later painting in enamel on metal became a classic medium for painting miniature portraits. On 1stDibs, find an array of authentic miniature portraits.
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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.
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    The Mughal School of miniature painting was an art style that yielded many notable miniature paintings between the 16th and 18th centuries, but two of the most renowned works were the Hamza Nama and the Tuti-nama. Miniature painting was used to illustrate and embellish books and featured exquisitely delicate and intricate detail. Shop a range of authentic Mughal miniature paintings on 1stDibs.
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    Miniature painting was started in India by the Palas of Bengal, who are considered the pioneers of the art form. Indian miniatures are small, detailed paintings that can be traced back to the 9th century. Shop a collection of miniature paintings from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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    The Mughal style of miniature painting started in the courts of the Mughal Empire in modern-day India and Pakistan. Mughal miniatures are known for their small size and attention to detail. You’ll find a collection of antique Mughal miniatures on 1stDibs from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The Mughal miniature painting is a style of Indian illustration that flourished between the 16th and 18th centuries. Mughal miniatures are usually very small and feature intricate details. Shop a collection of antique Mughal miniatures from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    Opinions differ on who painted the most realistic portraits. Among historical artists, Leonardo da Vinci, Rembrandt van Rijn, John Singer Sargent, Jan van Eyck and Diego Velázquez are all contenders for the title. Many contemporary Photorealist and Hyperrealist portrait artists have also produced incredibly lifelike works. Among them are Taner Ceylan, Robert Longo, Chuck Close, Kelly Birkenruth and Daniela Werneck. Find a large selection of portrait paintings on 1stDibs.
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    The subject matter of Mughal miniature paintings varies from piece to piece. Common subjects include scenes from mythology, illustrations of secular texts, portraits of well-known men and depictions of historical events. On 1stDibs, find a range of Mughal miniature paintings.
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    Chuck Close stated that he painted portraits as a way to overcome a cognitive disorder. Called prosopagnosia, or face blindness, the condition made it difficult for Close to differentiate and recognize faces. The American artist found that painting people's faces helped him to notice their fine details, allowing him to begin to notice differences. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Chuck Close art.
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    Although many artists may fit this description, a famous German artist who painted realistic portraits is Wilhelm Leibl. As a printmaker and painter, Leibl worked during the second half of the 19th century and created many paintings of German peasants in traditional dress. Some of his most notable works include Three Women in Church, Die Dorfpolitiker, Farm Girl with a White Head Scarf and Die junge Pariserin (Die Kokotte). On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of Realist art.