Why You’ll Love It
One of our all-time favorite pieces from the Magpie stash, this extraordinary cathedral-style room screen was created and hand-painted by British miniature artist Charlotte Hunt in 1992. Each of the four Gothic panels is filled with painted shelves of individually painted books, transforming a functional room divider into a remarkable miniature work of art. Charlotte Hunt’s hand-painted furniture is highly prized, and her pieces rarely appear for sale. In all our years of working with fine miniatures, we have yet to encounter another screen like this one.
A true tiny treasure for the serious collector, it would make a spectacular room divider or architectural backdrop in a grand library, scholar’s study, Gothic interior, or richly layered collector’s room.
Details
Materials: Wood
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale; 6” tall x 7 ½” long
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Artist: Charlotte Hunt, UK; dated 1992
Collection: Magpie's Nest
Please Note: The painted room divider 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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
