Why You'll Love It
This 1:12 scale porcelain cabinet bowl by Teresa Welch and Jean Welch tells a quiet maritime story through exquisite miniature craftsmanship. Hand-sculpted and finely painted, the bowl features an octagonal form with a delicately scalloped and notched rim, softened by warm gold gilt accents that frame its cream ground. Around the interior and exterior, intricate brown latticework and leafy boughs add rhythm, while the interior reveals a charming nautical vignette of three ships at sea. Signed by both artists, numbered #26, and inscribed “Philadelphia N.A.M.E. 1992,” this piece carries unmistakable provenance and exhibition history. It is especially suited on a miniature cabinet, displayed on a pedestal, or within a collector’s curio vignette.
*Note: There is a small chip along the rim, visible upon close inspection, which has been thoughtfully preserved as part of the object’s life and does not diminish its rarity or visual poetry.
Details
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Hand-sculpted and hand-painted porcelain
- Size: Approximately ¾” wide
- Condition: Good vintage condition with one small rim chip (noted and reflected in price)
- Artist: Teresa Welch & Jean Welch, The China Closet
- Collection: Part of the Madame ‘Y’ Collection, Japan — an elegant archive of international artisan miniatures.
*PLEASE NOTE: You are purchasing the porcelain bowl with small rim chip. 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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
