Book Description

Heirlooms In Miniatures is a book written by Anne Hollingsworth Wharton and first published in 1898. The book is a collection of essays that explore the history and significance of miniature portraits, which were popular in Europe and America from the 16th to the 19th century. In the book, Wharton examines the artistry and craftsmanship of these small, finely detailed portraits, which were often used as tokens of love, friendship, or remembrance. She also discusses the social and cultural contexts in which miniature portraits were created and collected, and provides biographical information about some of the most famous artists and collectors of the genre. Heirlooms In Miniatures is a fascinating glimpse into a little-known aspect of art history, and a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of portraiture or the decorative arts.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.