Why You’ll Love It
Overflowing with abundance and old-world charm, this Hope Elliott (2001) fruit arrangement captures the feeling of a European kitchen centerpiece in miniature form. A classic blue and white porcelain footed bowl painted with a traditional Willow-style pattern brims with hand-sculpted translucent grapes, softly blushed pears, and tiny apples, arranged with remarkable realism and rich color variation. The generous composition creates a collected, lived-in warmth that feels timeless. Perfect displayed on a farmhouse table, kitchen island, sideboard, or market-inspired vignette.
Details
Materials: Porcelain, clay
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale; 1" tall x 1 ⅜” wide
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Artist: Hope Elliott, 2001
Collection: The Maureen Fukushima Collection
Please Note: The fruit bowl arrangement 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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
