Why You’ll Love It
This charming nautical pair captures the spirit of old seafaring collectibles in miniature. The set includes a scrimshaw-style clipper ship bakelite plaque with delicate black linework as well as a second plaque made of composite in a deep ruby-red color depicting an etched ship design accented in gilt details. Both appear to be very old. Together they evoke antique sailor keepsakes and maritime curios collected from distant ports. Perfect for shelf decor or wall art in a captain’s study, nautical library, ship cabin, or seaside curiosity display.
Details
Materials: Bakelite and composite
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale; largest piece: ¾” tall x 1¼” long
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Artist: Artisan, unsigned
Collection: The Maureen Fukushima Collection
Please Note: The (2) ship plaques 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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
