Why You’ll Love It
A darling and deeply romantic OOAK teddy bear vignette by celebrated French artisan Le Coffre d’Emilie, capturing two exquisitely dressed miniature bears sharing a quiet moment upon a flower-trimmed garden bench. Crafted from soft silk mohair over delicate clay armatures, the pair possess remarkable personality and tenderness, with hand-finished faces, softly blushed paws, and charming period-inspired attire. The gentleman bear wears a richly patterned burgundy checked suit with matching hat and ribbon bow, while his companion is dressed in a flowing floral dress with layers of pale pink tulle and a tiny woven bonnet adorned with flowers. The weathered wooden bench, accented with climbing pink blossoms and trailing floral details, gives the entire scene the feel of a poetic French garden promenade frozen in miniature form.
Every detail feels intentionally nostalgic and cinematic, making this an enchanting accent for a storybook nursery, romantic garden scene, Victorian conservatory, or whimsical bear collector’s display. The bears are permanently attached to the bench, preserving the artist’s original composition exactly as intended.
Details
Materials: Wood, mohair, clay
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale; 2 ¾” tall x 2 ¾” wide
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Artist: Le Coffre d’Emilie, France
Collection: Part of the Madame ‘Y’ Collection, Japan — an elegant archive of international artisan miniatures.
Please Note this listing includes: The complete OOAK teddy bear bench vignette shown, including both attached miniature bears and the flower-trimmed wooden bench. 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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
