Why You’ll Love It
This is a charming miniature Traveler's Box vignette that has been artisan crafted from a Bespaq trunk. It is an older Bespaq wooden trunk, enhanced with rich leather panels on the lid and front, a delicate brass keyhole escutcheon, and antiqued gold detailing along the base. Opening the lid reveals a removable divided tray as well as a number of personal belongings including tiny books for travel reading, and a keepsake hand mirror keepsakes are tucked in alongside a folded tartan blanket. Among the miniature volumes is a copy of A Taste for Death by P.D. James, a 1986 mystery novel.
This piece is equally suited for a library, bedroom, study, railway scene, or Victorian travel vignette.
Details
Materials: Wood, leather, mixed media
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale; 2" tall x 3¼" wide
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Artist: Bespaq trunk; dressed by unknown artist
Collection: Part of the Miss Seattle Collection
Please Note this listing includes: The dressed travel trunk only. 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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
