This is a miniature portrait of Countess Legrand, a work that was meticulously crafted to capture the most subtle details of its subject. This miniature was painted by an artist named Marigny, whose signature can be found on the lower right of the canvas. The creation of a miniature portrait is an art form that requires great precision and exceptional mastery of technique, as the reduced format of the canvas imposes particular constraints. In this case, the artist Marigny has successfully met this challenge, highlighting the distinctive features and personality of Countess Legrand in a detailed and refined manner. The fact that the artist signed his work on the lower right is a testament to the pride in his work and his desire to leave his mark on this artistic piece. This signature also adds historical value to the miniature, as it helps identify the artist responsible for this unique creation. Dimension: 12.5cm x 12.5cm Type: Oil Artistic movement: French school Genre: Classicism Characteristics: Signed Theme: Portrait, Self-portrait