Why You’ll Love It
Hand-painted by IGMA Artisan Paul Saltarelli in 2001, this charming 1:12 scale miniature reproduces Percy Tarrant's beloved painting The Pick of the Litter (also known as Kittens). The delightful Edwardian scene portrays a young girl in a blooming garden, joyfully holding up a tiny kitten while carrying a basket filled with playful companions. The painting is presented in a simple natural wood frame that complements its inviting country garden setting.
It would be especially at home in an Edwardian nursery, Victorian family home, English cottage, country manor, or miniature children's room.
Details
Materials: Oils on canvas, carved wood frame
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale; 3" tall × 3⅜" wide
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Artist: Leslie Smith (IGMA Artisan)
Collection: The Maureen Fukushima Collection
Please Note: This Listing Includes The framed painting shown 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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
