Why You'll Love Him
This vintage one-of-a-kind doll is an artisan creation by renowned miniature artist Sharon Cariola, celebrated for her lifelike and expressive dolls. This particular doll embodies an eerie butler or servant, perfect as a “creepy doorman” with a strong resemblance to Lurch from the Addams Family. He is sculpted with remarkable detail, including thinning hair, a strange gaze, and a pronounced cleft chin. He carries a tray of candy apples, enhancing his unsettling yet whimsical character. His costume is equally refined: gray trousers, a checkered vest, a black bowtie, and classic black-and-white spats.
Styling
This servant doll makes a striking addition to a haunted dollhouse entryway, a Halloween dining room vignette, or a shadowbox curiosity cabinet. Place him at the door of a miniature mansion as a looming figure, or inside as a butler character holding sweets for a spooky party. His eerie presence pairs beautifully with other gothic estate displays.
- MATERIALS: Clay
- POSEABILITY & POSTURE: Standing only, fixed pose
- DIMENSIONS: 1:12 scale, 6" tall
- CONDITION: Excellent condition for age, stored with care.
- HISTORY/PROVENANCE: Artist original, Sharon Cariola.
- COLLECTION: This miniature is part of "The Magpie's Nest", my personal stockpile of special miniatures from past collections.
*PLEASE NOTE: You are purchasing the Servant/Butler Doll only. Think of our photos as a whimsical stage set, where your amazing new miniature takes center stage. The other props may not join you, but the star of the show is ready to shine!
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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
