Question

What might an artist’s use of a small scale for a portrait of a lover imply?

Answer 1

Answer:

A small scale might imply intimacy.

Explanation:

The scale of a piece of art represents what the artist wants to tell us about the subject that is represented. In the case of a small portrait of a loved one, the artist is displaying how he wants to keep the portrait close to him, and express a feeling of affection.