Miniature Portrait Paintings

Ale Casanova's "Untitled II" is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts a nude male model stretching on a couch. Alejandro Casanova was born in ...

"At The Verde River" (2024) by Fikriye Oz is an original, handmade oil painting on wood that depicts a close up portrait of a woman with red hair. Fikriye Oz is a representational ...

Fragile Soul is a contemporary abstract expressive depiction of a woman’s body, created in 2025 by French artist Natalya Mougenot in her studio in Lyon, France. The figure at the hea...

A delightful study of George Hayter's portrait of the Honourable Emily Pakenham (1798-1875). At the table with her drawing board, the subject looks toward something beyond the frame,...

My artwork "Woman in a Red Blouse" is part of my ongoing series dedicated to celebrating the essence of women. In this painting, I aim to capture a tranquil moment where a woman is ...

Dapper Man Portrait by Irina Hale (British 1932-2022) oil painting on artist paper, unframed painting: 11.25 x 9 inches provenance: private collection, Cotswolds condition: very good...

Inspired by her background in fashion, artist Lindsey McCord creates vibrant portraits that encapsulate the confidence that comes with the fun of being stylish and chic. Her figures ...

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...

Very stylish, unique and original 1940's fashion design by French illustrator Geneviève Thomas. The painting, executed in gouache and pencil. The sketch is original, vintage and me...

Louis Recchia's "Bigger Than I Thought" is an original, hand made mixed media painting that depicts a fril encountering a large creature. Louis Recchia has been producing contempora...

A delicately rendered portrait by Gabriel von Hackl (1843-1926). Signed and dated to the lower right. Well presented in a black frame with a gilt inner edge. On canvas on stretchers....

Daniel Saint was a prominent French miniaturist who lived between 1778 and 1847. Born in Paris, Saint was the son of a jeweler and initially began his career as an apprentice in his father's workshop. However, he soon discovered his passion for painting and turned his attention to miniatures, which were highly popular in 18th and 19th-century Europe. Saint was a highly skilled artist and quickly gained a reputation for his miniature portraits, which were characterized by their delicate detail and fine brushwork. His works often featured prominent figures from French society, including members of the royal family and high-ranking officials. He also painted portraits of wealthy patrons, many of whom commissioned him to create highly personalized works. Saint's style was highly influenced by the neoclassical movement, which emphasized clarity, simplicity, and rationality. He often used a limited color palette, focusing on soft pastels and muted tones, which helped to accentuate the delicate features of his subjects. His compositions were typically centered around the face, with little background or context to distract from the subject. Despite his success as a miniaturist, Saint was not immune to the changing tastes of the art world. In the mid-19th century, photography began to gain popularity, and many artists who specialized in portraiture found themselves struggling to compete with the speed and accuracy of this new medium. However, Saint continued to work and develop his craft, adapting his style to the changing tastes of his clients and experimenting with new techniques and materials. In addition to his work as a miniaturist, Saint was also a skilled draftsman and created a number of highly detailed and intricate drawings and sketches. He was also known for his use of unconventional materials, such as hair, which he would incorporate into his miniature portraits to add texture and depth. Today, Saint's works are highly prized by collectors and are held in museums and private collections around the world. His legacy as a master of miniature portraiture lives on, and his influence can still be seen in the work of contemporary artists who specialize in this unique and challenging medium. More information: Artist: Daniel Saint (1778-1847) France Title: Portrait of a French Gentleman...

'Expressions in Bloom: Portraits from the 20th Century XIV', oil on canvas mounted on board, Florentine School (circa 1980s-90s). This gallery has acquired a number of paintings thro...

A delightful Biedermeier period portrait depicting the innkeeper Ludwig Brandt. One finds oneself captivated by the sitter's gripping gaze, whilst the decorative waistcoat and gold p...

Mark Bradley Schwartz's (US based) "Untitled 12" is an original, handmade charcoal drawing that depicts a woman in profile with her long dark hair draped over her right shoulder with...

Marcel Antoine Verdier (1817-1856) Portrait of a young man, 1835 signed and dated on the right oil on canvas 41.5 x 33.5 cm in a modern frame : 47 x 39 cm The young Marcel Antoine ...

Nadezda's beautiful new oil on panel painting "Smoking Lady" (2024) is an abstract portrait of a woman wearing a black dress smoking inside of her brightly colored house, she is stan...

Orientalist Painter Pierre Alexandre Salles (Algeria 1867 - Algiers 1915) Portrait of a Young Algerian Woman Pierre Alexandre Salles (Saint-Denis-du-Sig, Algeria 1867 - Algiers 1915...

Georgy Skripnichenko, born on November 12, 1940, in Mykolaiv, Ukrainian SSR, and passing in Minsk on August 12, 2015, was a Belarusian surrealist painter who also created realist wor...

Exclusive piece made for the exhibition at Rish Lab, Brussels. Chidy Wayne (b. 1981, Spain) is an artist based in Barcelona. Over the years, he has established himself as a recogniz...

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A young woman gazes forward with a calm and pleasant demeanor. Soft, muted tones emphasize her delicate features, while shadows add depth to her portrait. The...

Mark Andrew Bailey's "Bad Hombre XXXX" (2024) is an original, handmade oil painting that depicts an impressionistic portrait of a male figure wearing a cowboy hat. About the Artist...

Double sided portrait Artist/ School: Suzanne Dinkés (French, 1895 - 1984) Medium: oil on board, unframed Size : 16 x 13 inches double sided Provenance: private collection, France Co...

Portrait of a Young Woman in a Fur-Trimmed Cloak with a Red Ribbon and pearl necklace. Circle of Pietro Rotari (Verona, 1707 – Saint Petersbu...

Portrait of Dwight D. Eisenhower, oil on board, signed Girardet, French School (circa 1950s). A compelling vintage oil portrait of General Dwight D. Eisenhower, one of the most influ...

19th century French school, Portrait of a Reading Man, Oil on canvas 36 x 29 cm framed : 40.5 x 33.5 cm Provenance : as indicated on a label on the reverse of the canvas "Collect...

America Martin "Blue & Gold" Ink on Paper 11.5 x 10 inches America Martin is an internationally represented Colombian-American fine artist based in Los Angeles. America is a pa...

Casey Childs' (US based) "Last Light" is an oil painting that depicts a female with upswept blonde hair reflected in a mirror. Artist Statement: "My work as a whole encompasses an ...

Artist/ School: English School, late 19th/ early 20th century. The painting came from a large collection of works by one artist. A very few of them are signed what looks to be 'F. Wa...

"Dreaming with Frida" is a contemporary, faceless abstract portrait of Frida Kahlo by French artist Natalya Mougenot. Blending elements of impressionism and expressionism, the work reimagines one of the most iconic female figures in art with bold color, emotional depth, and symbolic detail. Frida is depicted with orange flowers in her hair and matching orange earrings...

White Horse Animal portrait closeup. Technique: oil, acrylic, and ink on old book pages on wooden frame 40x40cm ■■ 15,8x15,8 inch Sustainability: Wooden frame is made by the arti...

Joseph Kardonne (1911-1985). Nude Woman, 1989. Watercolor on paper, sheet measures 10 x 14 inches; 15 x 18 inches in original matting which has some foxing and discoloration. Signed...

The Farmers Daughter French Impressionist, early 1900's signed oil painting on board, unframed board: 8.75 x 5.5 inches condition: very good provenance: from a private collection in ...

Mixed media with acrylic painting and color lithography on paper. Hand-signed in acrylic paint on front by Peter Max. A unique variation. Frame size 18 x 15.5 inches. Artwork siz...

From the estate of Jerry Opper & Ruth Friedmann Opper Slit c. 1940-1950's Gouache on Paper 15" x 18", Unframed *Custom framing available for additional charge. Please expect fra...

A finely painted portrait of a lady wearing a lace bonnet and a gold brooch. The artwork is well presented in a gilt frame. unsigned. On panel. Image size: 15 x 12cm.

Artist: Eduard Matevosyan Work: Original Oil Painting, Handmade Artwork, One of a Kind Medium: Oil on Cardboard Year: 2025 Style: Portrait Art, Title: Woman Portrait Size: 18" x 14...

Topers in Deep Conversation Dutch School, mid 17th entury circle of David Teniers (Dutch 1610-1690) oil on canvas canvas: 8 x 7 inches provenance: private collection, France conditio...

This intimate oil painting presents a young boy viewed from a three-quarter rear angle, caught in a quiet, reflective moment. The child’s back is turned gently toward the viewer, ren...

Salvator Mundi. Jacopo Giorgi (Florence 1623–1665), circle of Cesare Dandini Not signed. Oil on copper circa 1660–1665 22 × 15.5 cm (unframed) The painting is accompanied by an exp...

Flemish 1600s School The Card Players oil on oak panel panel dimensions 22.5 x 20 cm frame included Provenance: From a Swedish private collection. Condition: Flat and stabl...

A late 19th century copy of Rembrandt's original Tronie self portrait, depicting the young artist wearing a gorget and beret. Signed 'W. Jensen' to the upper right. On panel. Image s...

Kirsten Savage is one of Colorado’s top representational artists. As an avid world traveler and experienced mountaineer, Kirsten spends her time seeking out beautiful spaces where th...

Grzegorz Radecki is a Professor at the Academy of Fine Arts in Gdansk, Poland. Painter and graphic artist, born in 1961 in Ostróda. Since 1981 he has been living and working in the...

"Saint Lawrence Looking at the Treasures" is a captivating painting attributed to the Bolognese School, a prominent art movement from Bologna, Italy, flourishing primarily in the 16t...

Kirsten Savage is one of Colorado’s top representational artists. As an avid world traveler and experienced mountaineer, Kirsten spends her time seeking out beautiful spaces where th...

Original French Artwork by Robert Ladou (French 1929-2014) original watercolour painting on artist paper stuck on card, unframed size: 9 x 5.5 inches overall size : 5 x 4 inches cond...

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A man and a little boy stand on a wooden pier and fish in the bright midday sun. One holds his rod over the water while the other leans on the railing beside hi...

Dancer at the theater is an artwork realized by Simon Georgette in the early 20th century. Oil on canvas, 40 x 43 cm with frame. Good conditions

MANE-KATZ RABBIS, c. 1935 Oil on canvas 18 H. x 14 W. 1/2 in. (45.5 x 35.8 cm.) Signed PROVENANCE Dominion Gallery, Montreal Christies, New York, November 04, 1982. Lot 177: $11,000 Private Collection, New Jersey, 1982-2021 Estate of the above, 2021. Raised in an orthodox Jewish family in Russia, Mane-Katz was born in the Ukraine and became an early 20th-century artist, known especially for portraits and paintings with Jewish themes. From childhood, he had been influenced by stories of Jewish mysticism, which was reflected in his paintings. He had a peripatetic life between Russia, France, Israel, and America. He first studied art in Kiev at the Beaux Arts Academy, and in 1913, went to Paris where he associated with Chaim Soutine and Marc Chagall and continued his art studies there at the Beaux Arts Academy. During World War I, he tried to join the Foreign Legion but was rejected because he was too short. He went back in Russia again, this time joining the Soviet Revolution but rejected the cause because he was so horrified by Josef Stalin. He worked briefly for the Russian ballets, and in 1921, he returned to Paris where in 1927 he took French citizenship. For the next twelve years, he traveled widely, showing his art work and doing many paintings. In 1939, as World War II was breaking out, he was drafted by the French and then was taken prisoner by the Germans. He escaped and went to the United States and remained there until 1945, exhibiting his paintings at Katia Granoff Gallery and Wildenstein Gallery. After the war, he returned to Paris where he had exhibited in the Salons. In Paris to the end of his career, he worked happily, painting hundreds of portraits of rabbis...

Panagia Paramythia (Mother of Consolation) Artist: Oliver Samsinger. Technique: Egg tempera on gesso and wood, with 24‑karat gold leaf. Dimensions: 37 × 31 × 2.5 cm. Description of...

"Thad" by Zack Zdrale (US based) is an original oil on panel depicting a portrait of a male model with a beard. Zack Zdrale (b. 1977) takes a traditional approach to his work altho...

Artist/ School: Suzanne Dinkés (French, 1895 - 1984) Medium: signed and dated 39' oil on board, unframed Size : 16 x 13 inches Provenance: private collection, France Condition: The p...

* No US duty or taxes to pay on this item * A very interesting and finely painted early 19th century French watercolour depicting an Indian soldier in a landscape with an encmapment...

12" x 12" Unframed Original Oil on Board Signed by Todd White

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A lone infielder charges a ground ball beneath a late-afternoon sun. Reduced to its essential elements of a single figure, an elongated shadow, and broad fields...

"Barron" Portrait of a Boxer Dog English artist, mid 20th century oil on board, framed Framed: 18 x 14 inches Board: 16 x 12 inches Provenance: private collection, England Condition:...

Very stylish, unique and original 1940's fashion design by French illustrator Geneviève Thomas. The painting, executed in gouache and pencil, double sided The sketch is original, v...

Geskel SALOMAN Tonder (Denmark) 1821 – Bastad (Sweden), 1902 Portrait of a woman with a book Gouache on bone 8.8 x 8.5 cm (16.5 x 15.5 cm with the frame) Signed lower right “G. Salom...

Oil on canvas, unsigned Image size: 15 1/2 x 11 1/4 inches (39.5 x 28.75 cm) Original gilt frame This is a touching head and shoulders portrait of a young peasant girl. Wearing a he...