Why You’ll Love It
A wonderfully whimsical coastal vignette pairing, this set combines a readable J. Bernier miniature book, The Lighthouse, featuring a charming blue illustrated cover, paired with an enchanting lighthouse scene captured beneath glass. The tiny lighthouse-in-a-bottle creates the feeling of a treasured seaside keepsake or bottled memory washed ashore from a coastal journey. Perfect displayed in a seaside cottage, captain’s quarters, library shelf, or nautical reading nook.
Details
Materials: Glass, paper, mixed media
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale; book measures ¾" tall
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Artist: Book: J. Bernier, Bottle: Hallmark
Collection: The Maureen Fukushima Collection
Please Note: The book and bottle diorama 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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
