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Imperial Framed Miniature of Grand Duchess Olga Nicolaievna
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The giving of miniatures had long been a common practice among wealthy and aristocratic families by the time Faberge began combining portraits with his richly decorated frames. The Russian imperial family delighted in having these personal mementos and commissioned many different miniatures to place around their private apartments, providing a warm family atmosphere in an otherwise highly formal existence.
| Artist / Maker | Johannes Zehngraf |
|---|---|
| Date | 1896 |
| Culture / Origin | Russia, St. Petersburg |
| Medium | jade, gold, rubies, gouache, ivory, glass |
| Dimensions | Overall: 15.3 x 5 x 5 cm (6 x 1 15/16 x 1 15/16 in.) |
| Department | Decorative Art and Design |
| Type | Portrait Miniature |
About the Artist
Johannes Zehngraf (Russian, 1857–1908) Full biography →
Provenance & Source
Image & data: Cleveland Museum of Art, CC0 / Public Domain.
Condition
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