Why You’ll Love It
A touching, classic piece of children’s literature: a miniature edition of A Dog of Flanders. Set in Belgium, the story follows the devoted friendship between the orphaned boy and the mistreated dog he rescues and loves. Their loyalty to one another has made the story an enduring classic of children’s literature, particularly beloved for its themes of friendship, devotion, and sacrifice. IGMA Artist Barbara Raheb’s 1980 interpretation is a charming early example of her miniature bookmaking. Numbered #56 of only 300 copies, it contains readable text and black-and-white illustrations bound in rich burgundy pyroxylin. The front cover features a wonderfully expressive gilt portrait of a dog above the title, while the spine is finished with additional gilt titling and decorative bands.
Rare, retired, and preserved in immaculate condition, it is a particularly appealing choice for a miniature library, child’s room, Victorian interior, or collection devoted to dogs and animals.
Details
Materials: Faux leather (pyroxylin) binding, paper
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale; 1" tall
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Artist: Barbara Raheb, IGMA Artisan
Collection: The Maureen Fukushima Collection
Please Note: The miniature Dog of Flanders book is included 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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
