Consultancy.
Portrait miniatures are some of the most challenging works of art to research. Due to their small size, covert status and wearable nature, information is often lost or simply unrecorded, their secrets lost to previous generations. But miniatures do not have to be hostage to history.
Our director, Emma Rutherford is leading specialist in portrait miniatures and silhouettes. Her clients include Philip Mould & Co., the National Portrait Gallery, National Trust and a number of major institutions nationwide.
The Limner Company is well equipped to assist with research projects and exhibitions, provide valuations and contribute to publications. Recent projects include co-curating The Reflected Self: Portrait Miniatures, 1540-1850 at Compton Verney (21 September 2024 – 23 February 2025) and a chapter for the exhibition catalogue Meyers Minis – Big in London. A Tübingen painter at the English court (for the exhibition at Stadtmuseum Tübingen, 18 October 2024 – 11 May 2025).
To enquire about consultancy services, please contact emma@portraitminiature.com.
Images: Installation views of The Reflected Self: Portrait Miniatures 1540-1850 © Compton Verney, photo by Jamie Woodley