Lady Emma Hamilton was one of only four miniatures that Christine painted. This is another portrait of a free spirited woman who lead a life outside the norms of society. Despite a humble beginning, Emma made good use of her…….

Thomas Hardy, poet and author, was one of only four miniatures that Christine painted. This was commissioned by her step-father, Oliver Butcher, who thought it would sell when he exhibited it in the lobby of the….

Georgiana Seymour, Duchess of Somerset, was another of four miniatures that Christine painted. The subject was one more beautiful, intelligent and outspoken woman of her times…..

Lady Caroline Lamb was the first of four miniatures that Christine painted. The series were another of her attempts to generate income by branching out from her more traditional portrait painting. I also think she took it on as a personal challenge. The choice of subjects for her miniatures was inspired by….