LAVINIA FONTANA

An exclusive collaboration between Audra Kiewiet de Jonge, Founder of Art/artefact x miniaturist painter Irene Owens, The Artist’s Eye engages the female gaze through the eyes of women artists from history. A wearable collection of miniature portraits in antique jewelry, these pieces are a modern reframing of the Lover’s Eye–a highly intimate historical form of portraiture–to inspire contemporary conversation about art history and how, and for whom, it is recorded.

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Art/artefact is a nationally recognized art advisory and interior design practice founded by Audra Kiewiet de Jonge and known for placing a collection at the heart of every project. Formally trained as a painter and an art historian, she brings a modern sensibility to her historical perspective—bringing art and objects into context and conversation with the way we live today.

Based in London, Irene Owens intertwines the age-old allure of watercolours with a contemporary appreciation for the antique.

She is best known for her intricate miniatures, each delicately mounted in gold brooches and lockets, making every piece an embodiment of history and artistry.

Kindly note:

Our inventory consists of primarily art, antique, vintage, one-of-a-kind, and bespoke items. The condition of our curated selection is carefully considered and we value the history of our objects; pieces will show signs of age-appropriate wear and character.

If you have any specific questions, please contact us for more information and images prior to purchasing, we are happy to assist.

Any references to date and region in our descriptions are our informed opinion, but do not represent statements of fact. The absence of a condition statement does not imply an item is in perfect condition or free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained by contacting us. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact.

Kindly allow 2-3 business days to process your order.

Art/artefact is delighted to offer our clients complimentary shipping via UPS Ground and USPS on smaller items within the contiguous United States only. Should you reside outside of this area, please contact us to arrange a shipping quote.

If you require overnight shipping, please select UPS Next Day.

Shipping for larger items, indicated by the Enquire to Purchase button, can be arranged by emailing us at contact@artartefact.com. We are happy to provide you with our list of white glove moving companies or work with your preferred mover.

For local clients, we are happy to offer pick up in our showroom by appointment. Please allow a 24 hour notice to prepare your order for pickup.

Gifts: We are delighted to offer gift wrapping and a personalized note. Please indicate your purchase is a gift and include your brief note at checkout.

Kindly note, all sales are final.

If you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, returns are accepted with receipt on eligible items for store credit within 14 days of delivery. The following items are not eligible for return: Art, Soft Goods, Antiques, Vintage, and Sale items.

We value the history of objects and celebrate the visual evidence of patina that comes with pieces of age and provenance. All merchandise is sold in “as is” condition.

We are not able to accept returns, cancellations or exchanges on special order or custom items.

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