Why You'll Love It
Prepare to be enchanted by this exquisitely detailed miniature floral arrangement! Nestled within a stunning porcelain vase, which has been hand-painted with a pink Victorian English rose design and delicate gold gilt details. The vase, crafted and signed by IGMA Fellow Ron Benson and dated 1987, boasts a lovely flared mouth, perfectly showcasing its opulent contents. Inside, you'll discover a meticulously artisan handmade paper floral arrangement featuring romantic apricot colored roses, charming blue forget-me-nots, delicate stems of pink blossoms, and graceful green fern fronds.
Styling
Here are some imaginative ideas for its display: The Grand Parlor Centerpiece: Place it on a miniature coffee table, a mantelpiece, or an elegant side table in a dollhouse parlor or living room. A Refined Dining Room Accent: Use it as the exquisite centerpiece for a miniature dining table. An Entryway Welcome: Set it on a miniature console table in a dollhouse foyer or hallway, offering a burst of welcoming charm and elegance to anyone entering the miniature home.
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MATERIALS: Porcelain, paper
- DIMENSIONS: 1:12 scale, 2 1/8" tall
- CONDITION: Excellent condition for its age. Carefully stored.
- HISTORY/PROVENANCE: Vase: Ron Benson 1987, Flowers: Unknown Artisan.
- 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 vase of flowers 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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
