Edward Miles (1752–1828): The Court Painter of Two Empires Edward Miles (1752–1828) stands as a singular figure in the annals of English miniature painting, achieving renown not merely for his technical skill but also for his privileged position within the artistic circles of Georgian and Napoleonic Europe. Born in Yarmouth, Lincolnshire, he embarked on a career that spanned across continents, culminating in residencies at Buckingham Palace and St Petersburg – a testament to his talent and diplomatic connections. Miles’s formative years instilled in him an appreciation for meticulous observ…