Why You’ll Love It
This is a vintage, extraordinary doll that was hand-sculpted from clay by Marcia Backstrom. This graceful young lady has delicately painted features and a luminous complexion, as well as flowing ginger colored hair adorned with soft pink ribbons. She is dressed in a beautiful period-inspired ensemble fashioned from fine silk in soft shades of blush pink and cream. Layers of delicate lace trim accent the flowing skirt and sleeves, while a dark beaded necklace provides elegant contrast at the neckline. Draped across one arm is a lace shawl, and hanging from the other is a handwoven basket filled with miniature roses in shades of pink and yellow.
She would be perfect for a Victorian parlor, romantic cottage, garden party scene, flower market, manor house, conservatory, or elegant period vignette.
Details
Materials: Clay, silk, lace
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale; 5½" tall
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Artist: Marcia Backstrom
Collection: The Maureen Fukushima Collection
Please Note: The lady doll 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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
