The Immense Charm of Miniatures
this quarter (02/07/2024)
The Immense Charm of Miniatures Skip to content Possibly by Streeter & Co., bicycle brooch (mid-1890s), gold, enamel, diamond, and ruby, 1 5/8 x 2 1/2 x 3/8 inches (all photos Julie Smith Schneider/Hyperallergic) BOSTON — From ancient Egypt to the modern day, miniatures have charmed humans for millennia. An exhibition and accompanying book from the Museum of Fine Arts (MFA) Boston, both titled Tiny Treasures: The Magic of Miniatures , examines the purpose and possibilities of the small-scale, with works that span centuries, cultures, and continents. Pulling from the museum’s permanent collection, the show spotlights about 70 delightful, diminutive objects made with impeccable craftsmanship.