Why You’ll Love It
This enchanting 1:12 scale miniature vignette by acclaimed French artisan Marie-Pierre Gratias of MP Creations is a tiny masterpiece. Gratias is celebrated for her exquisite Steiff-inspired micro teddy bears and nostalgic French designs. At the heart of the vignette sits a handmade distressed mohair teddy bear with expressive glass eyes, an embroidered snout, a delicate lace collar, silk ribbon accents, and a vintage-inspired lithograph of a Victorian child adorning its bodice. Clutched in its paw is a beautifully detailed German Schultüte, the traditional decorated school cone presented to children on their first day of school, finished with lace trim and an antique child illustration. The entire presentation is arranged inside a handwoven wicker basket layered with preserved moss, antique lace, knitted textiles, realistic roses, and a meticulously aged miniature Chocolat GIRY Épinal box of sweets.
Whether displayed in a nursery, toy shop, or baby-shower scene.
Details
Materials: Mixed media (mohair, wicker, paper, lace, textiles, clay)
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale; 2" tall × 2¼" wide
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Artist: Marie-Pierre Gratias, MP Creations (France)
Collection: Part of the Madame ‘Y’ Collection, Japan — an elegant archive of international artisan miniatures.
Please Note this listing includes: The basket & teddy bear vignette shown. Any additional figures, furniture, or styling accessories shown in photographs are for display inspiration only and are not included.
