Christian Richter: A Master of Miniature and the Echoes of Dutch Grandeur Christian Richter, born in Stockholm, Sweden, in 1678, stands as a compelling figure within the history of 17th-century European art. Though primarily known for his work in England, Richter’s journey – from a young apprentice to a respected miniature painter and copyist – reveals a fascinating blend of Swedish artistic traditions, Dutch influences, and the burgeoning portraiture scene of London. His life spanned just over five decades, during which he produced a remarkable body of work characterized by meticulous detai…