Why You’ll Love It
This darling apple basket filled with carefully sculpted fruit is a wonderful example of his remarkable craftsmanship of Al Chandronnait. The oval gathering basket is meticulously constructed from thin wooden strips woven to replicate traditional split-oak baskets used for generations by farmers and orchard workers. Nestled inside are five hand-sculpted Granny Smith apples, each individually formed and painted in a fresh green hue with tiny stems and subtle natural shaping. The apples are completely loose, allowing them to be arranged inside the basket, displayed separately on a table, or incorporated into kitchen, pantry, orchard, or harvest scenes.
The perfect piece for a country kitchen, farmhouse pantry, autumn harvest display, general store, or market scene.
Details
Materials: Wood, clay
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale; ⅞" tall x 1" long
Condition: Excellent Vintage Condition
Artist: Al Chandronnait
Collection: Part of our Private Collection
Please Note this listing includes: The basket of apples 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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
