WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT: A charming miniature woven basket lined with a cheerful red gingham cloth is filled with a corked green bottle of wine, two stemmed wine glasses, a rustic loaf of bread and a wheel of cheese. Although it was artisan made with love, it is unsigned.
STYLING: A lovely picnic basket for a romantic scene, or a moment spent under a shady tree.
- MATERIALS: Clay, basket, mixed media.
- DIMENSIONS: 1:12 scale, 1.5" tall
- CONDITION: Excellent condition for its age. Carefully preserved in storage for many years.
- HISTORY/PROVENANCE: Original handmade vintage dollhouse miniature. It is unsigned.
- COLLECTION: This miniature is part of the wonderful lifetime collection of Mesha of New York City
*PLEASE NOTE: You are purchasing the dressed picnic basket 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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
