Why You'll Love It
This delightful packaged dessert miniature by Tomo Tanaka of Nunu’s House, Japan captures the playful realism of a bakery takeaway treat in exquisite 1:12 scale form. The piece features two hand-sculpted ice cream cookie sandwiches—one filled with mint chocolate chip and the other classic vanilla—each crafted with finely textured miniature chocolate cookie wafers and creamy, lifelike fillings. What makes this piece especially charming is the presentation: the sandwiches are carefully sealed inside a tiny clear cellophane-style sleeve, complete with a printed bakery label that reads “Cookie Sandwich – choco mint & vanilla.” The packaging detail gives the illusion of a freshly purchased dessert from a boutique bakery or café counter, showcasing Tanaka’s remarkable ability to recreate everyday food moments in miniature.
Tomo Tanaka is widely regarded as one of Japan’s most celebrated miniature artists, internationally admired for the extraordinary realism of his Nunu’s House miniature food creations. Working entirely by hand with clay and mixed media, Tanaka meticulously sculpts each element from scratch, carefully refining textures and color variations that make his miniatures appear astonishingly real. His works are rarely available outside Japan and are highly sought after by collectors of museum-quality dollhouse miniatures. This charming packaged dessert is a wonderful addition to a dollhouse bakery display, café counter, confectionery shop, or modern kitchen scene, where its whimsical realism can shine.
Details
Materials: Clay, cellophane wrapper
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale, ¾” long
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 miniature package containing two handcrafted ice cream cookie sandwiches only.
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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
