Why You’ll Love It
A wonderfully collected coastal display vignette featuring a hand-sculpted faux clam shell artwork by Sharon Stockton (2011), with a finely hand-painted ship at sea scene, mounted upon a wooden base. Paired with a handsome brass sailboat shelf sitter, the pairing feels like a treasured keepsake gathered from a seaside captain’s home. Perfect displayed in a nautical study, beach cottage, captain’s quarters, or maritime-inspired room.
Details
Materials: Clay, wood, brass
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale; faux shell 1" wide
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Artist: Sharon Stockton (shell sculpture); sailboat by unknown artisan
Collection: The Maureen Fukushima Collection
Please Note: The shell sculpture and sailboat are 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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
