Why You’ll Love It
Whimsical, enchanting, and astonishingly detailed, this OOAK hand-crank carousel by renowned Spanish artisan Almudena Gonzalez captures the magic of a vintage fairground in miniature form. Crafted from wood, the carousel features a charming striped canopy in soft blue and cream, beneath which tiny children dolls ride a delightful menagerie of carousel animals, including a giraffe, zebra, elephant, and horse. Each doll and animal has been individually sculpted from clay and hand-painted with precision. Most remarkable of all, the carousel truly functions: turn the side-mounted hand crank and the ride comes to life. A captivating centerpiece by Almudena Gonzalez's. Display it in a nursery, toy shop, holiday scene or children's play room.
Details
Materials: Wood, clay
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale; Total height: 3 ⅜" tall, dolls are only ½” tall
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Artist: Almudena Gonzalez (Spain)
Collection: The Maureen Fukushima Collection
Please Note: Included is the carousel with animals, and child figures 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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
