Why You’ll Love It
This is a romantic and sentimental little keepsake piece, a OOAK antique-style vignette by renowned French miniaturist Marie Pierre Gratias of MP Creation. A delicate silk mohair teddy bear sits perched atop an open vintage notions box, holding a whimsical heart-shaped wand as if delivering a message of love. The overflowing box reveals a miniature arrangement of lace, folded love letters, a tiny portrait, and a soft pink rose, evoking the feeling of cherished memories tucked away inside a forgotten trinket box. Rich in storytelling detail.
Details
Materials: Silk mohair, mixed media
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale; 2” tall x 1 ¾” wide
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Artist: MP Creation (Marie Pierre Gratias of France)
Collection: Madame Y Collection of Japan
Please Note: You are purchasing the teddy bear & notions box vignette, as shown. Any additional figures, furniture, or styling accessories shown in photographs are for display inspiration only and are not included.
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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
