Why You'll Love It
A beautifully detailed miniature mille-feuille slice (also known as a French Napoleon) by renowned Israeli miniaturist Shay Aaron, celebrated for his hyper-realistic food sculptures. This sculpted clay dessert features multiple layers of crisp puff pastry filled with luscious vanilla pastry cream, carefully dusted with powdered sugar for realism.
The top is decorated with an assortment of fresh fruit slices — including strawberries, blueberries, peach segments, and thin kiwi-style strips — each glazed for a lifelike sheen.
The piece is presented on a clear acrylic pedestal stand with a separate acrylic dome cover, ideal for display in patisserie, tea room, or holiday dessert scenes. A delicate doily sits beneath the pastry for added charm.
A rare, collectible work from a highly sought-after artist once based in Tel Aviv and known for his background in set and costume design.
Details
- Materials: clay, acrylic
- Size: 1:12 scale, approx. 1¼" tall (with dome)
- Condition: Excellent vintage condition
- Artist: Shay Aaron (Israel)
- Collection: Part of the Madame ‘Y’ Collection, Japan — an elegant archive of international artisan miniatures.
*PLEASE NOTE: You are purchasing the dessert & dome diorama 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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
