Why You’ll Love It
Created by renowned miniature artist Ellen Tomy, this exquisite 1:12 scale oil painting faithfully recreates Young Girl Holding a Doll by the celebrated Swiss Academic painter Fritz Zuber-Bühler (1822–1896). Known for his tender portraits of children and elegant domestic scenes, Zuber-Bühler's work is beautifully translated here into miniature form through Tomy's exceptional hand-painted artistry. The portrait depicts a young blonde girl resting thoughtfully against a plush blue Victorian chair while gently cradling a beloved porcelain doll. The painting is presented in an elaborately carved gilded wood frame.
A striking focal point for a Victorian parlor, nursery, gallery wall, or collector's dollhouse.
Details
Materials: Oils on canvas, gilded wood frame
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale; 1 ⅞" tall
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Artist: Ellen Tomy
Collection: The Maureen Fukushima Collection
Please Note: The framed painting only. Other accessories and dolls shown are for staging purposes.
A Note About Value
Every miniature we offer has been carefully evaluated for its craftsmanship, rarity, condition, provenance, and collectibility. Many of the artisan pieces we sell are one-of-a-kind works that may never appear on the market again. While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.
Our pricing reflects the miniature's place within today's collector market and the years we've spent studying the artists, histories, and values that make these tiny works of art so special.
A Commitment to Research
Every miniature has a story, and uncovering it is one of our greatest passions. We carefully research each piece, but unsigned or illegible works can remain mysteries. If you can identify an artist or provide additional information, we'd be delighted to hear from you and will gladly update the listing to preserve their legacy.
