Why You’ll Love It
A wonderfully collected miniature coral specimen grouping assembled like a naturalist’s seaside cabinet of curiosities. Featuring branching coral and reef fragments in a basket (signed 'BBD', 2012), coral pieces and a cluster coral specimen, this OOAK artisan display brings organic texture and a quietly coastal character to a scene. Perfect for a maritime study, beach cottage, curiosity cabinet, or collector’s vignette.
Details
Materials: Natural material
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale; basket of shells: ¾” tall
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Artist: Artisan, signed 'BBD' (bottom of basket)
Collection: The Maureen Fukushima Collection
Please Note: The coral specimen collection is included 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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
