Artwork
The Miniature
The Miniature is an oil painting by the Biedermeier artist Caroline de Valory. It dates from 1800 and is held in the collection of the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum.
About this work
Overview
The Miniature is an oil painting created by Caroline de Valory in 1800. It is a portrait of a woman holding a small portrait, and is part of the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a woman gazing at a miniature portrait of a man, her eyes closed in a state of happiness or contemplation. The subject's emotional response suggests a personal connection to the person in the miniature.
Technique & Style
The work is characteristic of the Biedermeier style, known for its attention to detail and sentimental themes. Valory's use of oil paint allows for a rich depiction of the subject's clothing and surroundings.
History & Provenance
Caroline de Valory, a French painter trained under Jean-Baptiste Greuze, created The Miniature in 1800. The painting is now held in the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum.
Artist & collection
Artist
Caroline de Valory, née D'Ette (born 1790) was a French painter and engraver. She was a pupil of Jean-Baptiste Greuze and married the writer Count Henri de Valory, known for his documentation of the order of St. John…
