Why You’ll Love It
A whimsical and delightfully nostalgic miniature, this retired 2001 Randall Zadar piece titled “Little Engine #2” features a tiny bright pink locomotive with delicate gold accents, tiny blue wheel details, and a billowing puff of sculpted smoke. Produced as #55 of Zadar’s creations, this charming micro miniature was originally created as an exclusive studio design for the Zadar Collector’s Society and limited to just 141 painted examples. Crafted in hand-painted cold-painted bronze enamel using the ancient lost wax bronze casting process, each piece began as a hand-sculpted wax original before being individually cast and meticulously finished by the artist. Full of storybook character and playful detail, it makes a wonderful shelf sitter for a dollhouse nursery, toy shop, or fanciful display scene.
Details
Materials: Bronze, Enamel
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale; ½” tall
Condition: Excellent vintage condition; never displayed
Artist: Randall Zadar
Collection: Magpie's Nest
Please Note: The “Little Engine #2” bronze figurine is 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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
