Why You'll Love It
This extraordinary artisan bakery table vignette by Tomo Tanaka of Nunu’s House is a richly detailed miniature still life that captures the bustle of a bakery prep station in exquisite 1:12 scale. The scene is arranged on a small Japanese-style wooden floor table topped with a metal work surface, where an array of freshly prepared foods and utensils are thoughtfully displayed. A metal baking tray holds a long sandwich baguette, croissant, fruit pastry, bagel, and a slice of pie, while nearby sit two finely crafted knives and wooden kitchen utensils. Additional elements include a handled cup for hot tea, a glass of iced tea, a bread roll, two rustic cheese wheels, and a wooden cutting board topped with stacked bowls, a wedge of cheese, leafy greens, and slices of faux deli meat. Every detail—from the layered sandwich fillings to the textures of bread crusts—demonstrates the remarkable realism that has made Tomo Tanaka one of the most admired miniature artists in Japan. This spectacular piece would make a stunning focal point in a dollhouse bakery, café kitchen, or artisan food shop vignette.
Tomo Tanaka is internationally celebrated for his Nunu’s House miniature food creations, widely regarded among collectors as some of the most realistic and meticulously handcrafted miniature foods in the world. Each piece is sculpted entirely by hand using clay and mixed media, with careful attention given to color variation, texture, and proportion. Because his work is rarely distributed outside Japan, Tanaka’s creations are highly sought after on the secondary market.
Details
Materials: Clay, wood, metal
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale, 2” tall x 2 ½” wide
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Artist: Tomo Tanaka, Nunu’s House (Japan)
Collection: Part of the Madame ‘Y’ Collection, Japan — an elegant archive of international artisan miniatures.
*PLEASE NOTE: You are purchasing the fully dressed miniature bakery table diorama with food, utensils, and serving pieces by Tomo Tanaka of Nunu’s House, as shown.
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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
