Why You’ll Love It
A remarkable one-of-a-kind artisan specimen display showcasing 23 genuine micro sea shells arranged against rich black velvet within a custom gold gilt frame. The extraordinary variety of colors, markings, and natural forms creates the feel of a tiny natural history collection or seaside curiosity cabinet. Perfect for a coastal study, captain’s quarters, beach house, or collector’s vignette.
Details
Materials: Wood, fabric, natural shells
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale; 1 ¼” tall x 1 ½” wide
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Artist: Artisan, unsigned
Collection: The Maureen Fukushima Collection
Please Note: The “framed specimen display” is included only. Other accessories and dolls shown are for staging purposes.
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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
