Why You’ll Love It
Charming and unmistakably whimsical, this miniature Staffordshire-style cottage by celebrated artisan Kay Lewis captures the romance of an English countryside cottage in remarkably small scale. Hand-sculpted and hand-painted in porcelain, the cottage features a soft pastel façade adorned with climbing pink roses, trailing green vines, a tiny central doorway, and a delicate chimney rising above the roofline. The piece is mounted atop a genuine brass button, a distinctive hallmark often associated with Kay Lewis's work. Display it on a mantel, bookshelf, windowsill, nursery shelf, cottage garden scene, or alongside other artisan miniatures as a delightful conversation piece.
Details
Materials: Porcelain, metal
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale; 1 ¼" tall
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Artist: Kay Lewis
Collection: The Maureen Fukushima Collection
Please Note: Included is the cottage miniature mounted on a button 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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
