A Legacy of Miniature Brilliance: The Life of Bernard III Lens In the golden age of British portraiture, few names evoke the delicate intimacy and technical mastery of Bernard III Lens. Born in London in 1682, Lens was not merely an artist but a scion of a profound artistic dynasty. He descended from a lineage of creators, the grandson of the Dutch painter Bernard Lens I and the son of the talented engraver Bernard Lens II. This familial heritage provided him with more than just a name; it offered a deep-rooted connection to the very evolution of miniature painting in England. Growing up ami…