Why You’ll Love It
Commissioned and hand-painted in 2002 by IGMA Artisan Karry Johnson, this delightful original oil painting captures the warmth and nostalgia of an idyllic country homestead. Rendered in a charming Americana folk art style, from the heart on the cottage door and flower-filled window boxes to the rose-covered arbor, tiny black cat, grazing Holstein cows, and the peaceful white church overlooking the hillside. Even the rural mailbox bears the name "Fukushima," connecting this special piece to its distinguished provenance. Presented in an ornate gilded wood frame with richly textured classical scrollwork, this one-of-a-kind miniature is a joyful celebration of rural life and would be perfect in a country cottage, farmhouse kitchen, miniature village, or folk art collection.
Details
Materials: Oils on canvas, carved wood frame
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale; 2⅝" tall × 3⅛" wide
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Artist: Karry Johnson (IGMA Artisan)
Collection: The Maureen Fukushima Collection
Please Note: This Listing Includes The framed painting shown 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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
