Why You’ll Love It
This is a wonderfully realistic one-of-a-kind older gentleman dollhouse doll handcrafted from clay by an unknown artisan. He has bendable arms and a highly realistic look to his sculpted face accompanied with neatly groomed white hair, graying mustache and brows. His ensemble reflects a comfortable yet refined 'everyday' style. He is wearing a richly textured marl wool knit sweater layered over a crisp blue collared shirt. Dark wool tweed trousers and handmade brown shoes.
Perfect for a family living room, grandfather's study, village cottage, retirement scene, library, workshop, or multigenerational dollhouse setting.
Details
Materials: Clay
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale; 6" tall
Condition: Recently created by artist: dated 2024
Artist: Artisan, unsigned
Collection: The Maureen Fukushima Collection
Please Note: The older gentleman doll shown 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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
