Why You’ll Love It
This elegant hand-crafted porcelain bowl was created by IGMA Fellow Jean Welch and is dated 1999. Beautifully proportioned with a softly scalloped rim and delicate double handles, the bowl is adorned with finely sculpted dimensional roses, graceful hand-painted green scrolling vines, soft pink floral accents, and rich 22k gold highlights. The combination of sculptural detail and refined painting creates a timeless piece inspired by fine European porcelain. Signed by the artist, this rare miniature demonstrates the extraordinary craftsmanship for which Jean Welch is celebrated.
Perfect for: Formal dining rooms, china cabinets, sideboards, Victorian parlors, French Rococo interiors, and museum-quality porcelain collections.
Details
Materials: Porcelain with 22kt gold detailing
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale; ⅝" wide
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Artist: Jean Welch (IGMA Fellow) 1999
Collection: Part of the Madame ‘Y’ Collection, Japan — an elegant archive of international artisan miniatures.
Please Note this listing includes: The porcelain bowl only. 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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
