Why You’ll Love It
This exceptional OOAK miniature barber chair by Ken Beyer captures the iconic Koken hydraulic design of the late Victorian era with remarkable mechanical realism. Crafted from red leather, polished metal, and fine wood, it balances elegance with industrial precision.
Meticulous details—from the studded upholstery to the intricate footrest and gleaming faux hydraulic base—evoke the original chair’s swivel and reclining function in miniature form. A signed piece by a highly respected artist, it adds instant character to a vintage barbershop scene or serves as a striking mechanical focal point in any curated vignette.
Details
Materials: Leather, metal, wood
Measurements: 1:12 scale; 5 ¼” tall
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Artist / Maker: Ken Beyer, 2005
Provenance: Miss Seattle Collection
Please Note: You are purchasing the OOAK Ken Beyer miniature Koken-style barber chair. Everything else you see is not included, but is used to demonstrate scale suggestions.
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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
