Why You’ll Love It
A wonderfully paired nautical vignette of a handcrafted readable miniature book with a charming lighthouse-in-a-bottle display. The Mosaic Press 'Scrimshaw' book has an ivory clothbound cover stamped with a black ship motif, and it explores the history of scrimshaw through illustrations and text by Carolyn Orr, while the tiny lighthouse scene beneath glass brings seaside nostalgia and maritime character. Perfect for a captain’s study, coastal library, beach cottage, or maritime room setting.
Details
Materials: Glass, paper, mixed media
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale; Book: 1" tall; Bottle: 1 ¾" tall
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Artist: Mosaic Press and 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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
