Why You’ll Love It
A charming folk art wall peg shelf shaped like a small cottage and hand painted in soft, storybook colors. The piece features climbing vines, tiny flowers, and sweetly simplified windows. Designed to function as a working kitchen accessory, it was intended to hold a miniature towel or apron, blending practicality with decorative delight. Crafted entirely from hand-painted wood and created as a true one-of-a-kind piece that is signed and dated 1990 on the reverse by Karen Markland. Perfect for a dollhouse kitchen wall, beside a miniature sink, or as a sweet accent in a nursery or pantry vignette, this piece adds character without ever overwhelming a space.
Details
Materials: Wood
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale; 1 1/4” tall
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Artist: Karen Markland
Collection: Madame Y Collection of Japan
Please Note: You are purchasing the wall peg shelf, as shown. 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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
