Why You'll Love Her
This one-of-a-kind little sweetheart is a treasured work by French clay-artist Catherine Muniere, beloved for her incredibly lifelike, expressive child dolls. This charming blonde girl is sculpted entirely by hand in clay, with Muniere’s signature soulful eyes, soft peach-tinted cheeks, and a wonderfully realistic, slightly mischievous smile (with fun gaps between the teeth) that make her feel alive in any scene.
She wears an adorable hand-sewn floral blouse in soft cream with pink and green flowers, paired with a dusty rose skirt, pink socks, and perfectly detailed handmade brown leather saddle shoes—a delightful, nostalgic touch. Her fine blonde hair is soft-set into a simple, childlike bob that suits her sweet personality beautifully.
As with all Muniere dolls, her bendable limbs allow for sitting, standing, leaning, playing—so she can be positioned naturally throughout your scenes. She displays wonderfully beside a toy shelf, on a nursery rug, near a dollhouse within a dollhouse, or in a vintage children’s Christmas vignette.
Details
- Materials: hand-sculpted clay, natural fiber wig, handmade clothing
- Size: 3.5" tall
- Condition: Excellent vintage condition
- Artist: Catherine Muniere (France)
- Collection: Part of the Madame ‘Y’ Collection, Japan — an elegant archive of international artisan miniatures.
*PLEASE NOTE: You are purchasing the blonde doll 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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
