Why You’ll Love It
This remarkable OOAK hand-sculpted doll portrays an elderly Chinese noblewoman, likely inspired by Empress Dowager Cixi, with striking realism and cultural depth. Sculpted in clay with glass eyes, her composed expression conveys quiet authority and lived history.
She wears richly layered Qing Dynasty–inspired garments in gold, coral, and deep blue, accented by a traditional headdress, delicate jewelry, and a graceful handheld fan. Details such as bound feet, subtly aged features, and a poised seated posture enhance authenticity. A refined focal piece for an East Asian interior or historical vignette.
Details
Materials: Clay
Measurements: 1:12 scale; 5 ½" tall if standing (fixed seated position)
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Artist / Maker: Artisan, unsigned
Provenance: Miss Seattle Collection
Please Note: You are purchasing the OOAK seated Qing Dynasty–inspired miniature dollhouse doll (chair not included). Everything else you see is not included, but is used to demonstrate scale suggestions.
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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
