Why You’ll Love It
Crate a beautiful snapshot of an Italian kitchen with this OOAK artisan pasta-making vignette by late IGMA Artisan Al Chandronnait. Hand-sculpted pasta dough, a tiny rolling pin, freshly cut strands of pasta, earthy mushrooms, scattered eggshells, and a finished plate of herb-tossed pasta create a remarkably realistic culinary scene. Perfect for an Italian kitchen, farmhouse cookery scene, restaurant display, or gourmet food collection.
Details
Materials: Wood, fabric, clay, mixed media
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale; 3⅞” long
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Artist: Al Chandronnait
Collection: Part of the Madame ‘Y’ Collection, Japan — an elegant archive of international artisan miniatures.
Please Note this listing includes: The pasta preparation vignette. Any additional figures, furniture, or styling accessories shown in photographs are for display inspiration only and are not included.
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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
