Why You’ll Love It
Beautifully dressed in the rich fashions of the Tudor court, this elegant Anne of Cleves marionette represents the fourth wife of King Henry VIII in remarkable miniature form. Handcrafted by artisan Almudena Gonzalez, this finely detailed puppet combines historical costume inspiration with theatrical charm, creating a captivating piece for collectors of royal miniatures, Tudor history, and artisan marionettes.
The Queen has a hand-painted porcelain face, styled with blonde hair neatly tucked beneath a soft grey and gold-trimmed French hood headdress. She is dressed in an elaborate Tudor-style gown made of a deep purple linen overskirt that parts in the front. This splits to show a metallic mesh underskirt trimmed with a wide gold band at the bottom hem. Her look is completed by a matching gold chain girdle with a small pink gemstone pendant, and a textured moss-green shawl draped over her shoulders. She hangs suspended by fine black strings from a miniature wooden controller.
Perfect for a puppet theater, Tudor court scene, royal palace, historical vignette, miniature museum display, an old world nursery or playroom, or a collection of artisan marionettes and period characters.
Details
Materials: Porcelain, wood
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale; 1 ¾” tall
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Artist: Almudena Gonzalez
Collection: The Maureen Fukushima Collection
Please Note: The Anne of Cleves marionette puppet shown 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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
