Why You’ll Love It
This delightful one-of-a-kind vignette begins with a vintage wooden Neoclassical bench that has been lovingly transformed by artisan CSF into an elegant French-inspired daybed or gossip bench. The hand-painted aged finish beautifully highlights the carved architectural details, while the upholstered cushion and bolster pillow are dressed in soft green-and-cream toile fabric trimmed with coordinating silk braid. Seated atop the bench is an adorable blonde porcelain doll in a lace-trimmed dress accented with a pale green bodice, holding a bright red strawberry in her tiny hands. Beside her rests a miniature dessert service featuring a porcelain ramekin of crème brûlée, a tiny spoon, and fresh berries arranged on a delicate plate. Doll and accessories are attached.
Perfect for displaying in a French country cottage, nursery, Victorian bedroom, shabby chic setting, afternoon tea vignette or dollhouse parlor.
Details
Materials: Hand-painted wood, porcelain, clay
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale; 2" tall x 3¾" long
Condition: Excellent Vintage Condition
Artist: Artisan signed CSF
Collection: Part of our Private Collection
Please Note this listing includes: The gossip bench vignette 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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
