Why You’ll Love It
A wonderfully theatrical piece of French folk art miniature craftsmanship, this enchanting OOAK teddy bear puppet theatre vignette by Le Coffre d’Emilie captures the whimsy of an old-world traveling performance tucked inside a dollhouse nursery, toy shoppe, or storybook scene. Handcrafted in France, the tiny stage is richly detailed with distressed pale blue paint, lavish gold gilt trim, romantic embellishments, and a charming vintage harlequin puppet illustration suspended below the stage opening. Peeking from the ornate theatre window is an irresistible little artist teddy bear, dressed in a glittering jester-style cap and soft golden ruff, delicately holding a miniature marionette puppet with strings.
Details
Materials: Hand-painted wood, mixed media
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale; 5" tall x 2 1/2” wide
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Artist: Le Coffre d’Emilie
Collection: Part of the Madame ‘Y’ Collection, Japan — an elegant archive of international artisan miniatures.
Please Note this listing includes: The teddy bearpuppet theatre vignette, 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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
