Why You’ll Love It
This is an extraordinary one-of-a-kind Tina Richardson presentation box. Opening the elegant gingham-covered keepsake box reveals a meticulously arranged sewing layette centered around a precious hand-sculpted clay companion doll, created as a treasured toy for a dollhouse child. Surrounding her is an enchanting collection of sewing-related treasures, including a miniature metal sewing machine, dress form mannequin, thread spools, notions, sewing patterns, trims, and tiny haberdashery accessories. The hinged box itself is beautifully finished with delicate lace edging and soft neutral gingham fabric.
Perfect for displaying in a Victorian nursery, sewing room, dressmaker's shop or millinery boutique.
Details
Materials: Wood, clay, metal, mixed media
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale; closed box: 3" long x 2¼" wide
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Artist: Tina Richardson
Collection: The Maureen Fukushima Collection
Please Note: Included is the filled presentation box diorama piece 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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
