Why You’ll Love It
This charming one-of-a-kind nautical smoking set features an artisan-crafted carved bone pipe with a brass handle that has been decorated with two finely hand-painted maritime scenes. One side depicts a lighthouse, while the reverse features a galleon ship, creating the look of antique sailor’s scrimshaw. Paired with a tiny seashell ashtray made from a genuine shell, it feels like a treasured keepsake from a weathered captain’s cottage by the sea. Perfect displayed in a fisherman’s study, captain’s quarters, seaside cottage, or cozy armchair vignette.
Details
Materials: Carved bone, brass, shell
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale; pipe measures ¾" long
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Artist: Artisan, unsigned
Collection: The Maureen Fukushima Collection
Please Note: The pipe and ashtray are 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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
