Why You’ll Love It
Created by acclaimed American miniaturist and IGMA Fellow Daniel Phillip Kronberg (DPK), this exceptional bronze sculpture captures a fleeting moment of pure movement and joy. Titled "Ballet at Sea," the composition features a lively pod of dolphins arcing through sculpted waves, each figure frozen at a different point in its leap to create a graceful rhythm across the scene. Kronberg's remarkable ability to compress lifelike anatomy, texture, and motion into miniature scale is on full display, from the rippling ocean beneath to the curvature of the dolphins themselves. Cast entirely in bronze, including the elegant tiered plinth bearing the inscribed title.
Perfect for a coastal study, nautical library, captain's quarters, or displayed among maritime treasures in a sophisticated seaside vignette.
Details
Materials: Bronze
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale; ¾” tall x 1 ½” long
Condition: Excellent Vintage Condition
Artist: Daniel Phillip Kronberg (DPK)
Collection: Part of the Miss Seattle Collection
Please Note this listing includes: The sculpture 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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
