Why You’ll Love It
This is a 1:12 scale clock secretary cabinet by Aurearte Miniatures of Barcelona, Spain. This wood and glass cabinet has been hand-painted, and artistically transformed by Aurearte into a work of art. This impressive piece combines a glazed display cabinet, a central clock, a slant-front writing bureau, and a lower storage cupboard. The cabinet has been finished in a beautifully weathered palette of soft cream and blue-gray with subtle gilt highlights. Delicate hand-painted branches and floral swag garlands decorate the secretary .The upper hutch features glass display doors that open to reveal interior shelving. At the center sits an elegant built-in clock. Pigeonholes, tiny letter compartments, and a number of little drawers are inside the secretary.
Details
Materials: Hand-painted wood, glass
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale; Desk: 3⅝" tall
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Artist: Aurearte (Barcelona, Spain)
Collection: Part of the Madame ‘Y’ Collection, Japan — an elegant archive of international artisan miniatures.
Please Note this listing includes: The secretary cabinet described. Any additional figures, furniture, or styling accessories shown in photographs are for display inspiration only and are not included.
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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
