Eye Miniature 1780 - 1844

Christian Horneman's "Eye Miniature" is a small, delicate, 19th century artwork housed at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst. The painting depicts a single eye, encircled by a garland of pink and white roses on a black background. Its diminutive size, detailed execution, and unconventional subject matter make it a unique example of miniature painting, a popular art form in 18th and 19th century Europe.