Why You’ll Love It
This wonderful hand-sculpted gentleman dollhouse doll by Sharon Cariola has been inspired by one of the most beloved detectives: Hercule Poirot, the celebrated Belgian detective created by Agatha Christie.
Poirot first appeared in Christie's novels in the 1920s and became famous for his brilliant deductive abilities, impeccable manners, and meticulous attention to detail. He is perhaps most famously associated with Death on the Nile (1937), where he investigates the murder of a wealthy heiress aboard a luxurious Egyptian river steamer amidst a web of jealousy, romance, and deception.
Poirot's iconic appearance is captured in this doll with his neatly groomed gray mustache, expressive eyes, carefully arched brows, and elegant cream-colored Norfolk-style travel suit, complete with matching trousers, a black polka-dot bow tie, a Panama hat, and a gold pocket watch chain. A wooden walking cane completes the ensemble.
He would make an exceptional addition to a mystery-themed library, Edwardian study, train compartment, hotel lobby, grand steamship scene, or literary dollhouse vignette.
Details
Materials: Clay
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale; 6" tall
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Artist: Sharon Cariola
Collection: The Maureen Fukushima Collection
Please Note: The detective doll with cream travel suit and cane only. Other accessories and dolls shown are for staging purposes.
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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
