Why You'll Love Her
Feast your eyes upon the profound beauty of age and wisdom with Madam Sakura, an extremely rare, one-of-a-kind vintage Asian Oriental sculpted character doll by the late, masterful artist Marcia Backstrom! Madam Sakura is a captivating aging geisha. Her powdered white face, accented with tiny painted red lips, draws you in, while her sleek ebony black hair is styled into an elaborate headpiece adorned with delicate flowers, leaves, and tassels. She wears a magnificent merlot-colored silk kimono, beautifully contrasted with pale green and blue print fabrics and a wide black and white sash. Her incredibly long fingernails and sculpted brown clay booties add to her authentic charm. In one hand, she gracefully carries a decorated hand fan accented with a red poppy flower.
Styling
Madam Sakura is an extraordinary centerpiece, perfect for bringing rich cultural depth to your miniature scenes. Feature her elegantly posed in a Japanese-inspired tea room, a serene parlor, or a meditation space perhaps alongside other miniature Asian artifacts or fine silks. She would also command attention in an Oriental garden scene.
- MATERIALS: Clay
- POSEABILITY & POSTURE: Standing only, fixed pose.
- HEIGHT: 1:12 scale, 5 1/2" tall
- CONDITION: Excellent condition for its age. Stored with care.
- HISTORY/PROVENANCE: Marcia Backstrom Original Sculpt.
- COLLECTION: This miniature comes from an unparalleled collection of dollhouse miniatures, acquired from a renowned, anonymous Seattle collector.
*PLEASE NOTE: You are purchasing the Geisha doll only. Think of our photos as a whimsical stage set, where your amazing new miniature takes center stage. The other props may not join you, but the star of the show is ready to shine!
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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
