Miniatures For Sale

If you're into miniature paintings, here's a gem: John Smart's Portrait of a Lady (1769) Lot 10 in Sotheby's auction of Important Miniatures from a Private Collection (L08172) on Wednesday 16 April starting at 10.30am. Having examined this painting in zoom mode, I can tell you the lady's complexion is perfectly captured. Its estimated value is £8000 to £12000 (miniatures are very collectible). It will be on pre-auction exhibition in New Bond Street, London, from 11 to 15 April. Click the title link to make a bid.