George Villiers (1592-1628), hertog van Buckingham 1612 - 1647

This miniature portrait, painted by Peter Oliver, depicts George Villiers, Duke of Buckingham. The painting, executed in watercolor on vellum, showcases Oliver's mastery of detail and fine brushwork. The Duke is portrayed in profile, his gaze directed to the right, with an earring and a small, pointed mustache. The miniature’s small scale and intimate format were characteristic of the 17th century, when portrait miniatures were often worn as personal adornments. Oliver's work, known for its delicate rendering of skin tones and meticulous attention to detail, captures the likeness of Buckingham in a refined and elegant manner.