Why You’ll Love It
This charming 1:12 scale miniature nursery vignette by artisan Pat Boldt features six bisque porcelain dolls arranged in an ornate white wirework toy trunk. The delicate basket features a woven-style backrest, decorative heart and scrollwork detailing, and layers of antique ecru and cream lace. Generous dusty pink satin bows, tiny blue-and-white floral rosettes, and ribbon accents embellish the arrangement. The dolls wear beautifully detailed vintage-inspired lace dresses, bonnets, and ribbons, accompanied by a Humpty Dumpty figure, miniature teddy bear, white toy animal, and spotted giraffe. Each piece is carefully positioned to create a complete, non-removable decorative display.
Perfect For
A Victorian or Edwardian nursery, antique toy shop, shabby chic dollhouse bedroom, romantic children's room, or a collector's display of miniature bisque dolls and heirloom toys.
Details
Materials: Porcelain, wood, fabric, mixed media
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale; 4” tall × 3” wide × 2 ¼” deep
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Artist: Pat Boldt, Bespaq
Collection: The Maureen Fukushima Collection
Please Note: Listing includes the complete wirework toy trunk vignette with six porcelain dolls and accompanying miniature toys and decorations. The dolls and accessories are permanently arranged and are not removable. Background furnishings, rugs, and other staged photography elements are not included.
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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
