Why You’ll Love It
An astonishing feat of micro-miniature artistry, this 1:48 scale Little Red Riding Hood doll by Renee Delaney (2004) captures the magic of antique fairy-tale toys in impossibly tiny form. Designed as a doll for a dollhouse child, the piece features a delicately hand-painted porcelain face, a flowing crimson hooded cape, miniature woven basket, corseted bodice, and microscopic basket and floral bouquet details — all standing barely taller than a fingernail. Even the original slide-top presentation box is exquisitely crafted with antique-style graphics and Gothic lettering, transforming the piece into a complete collectible vignette. Display in a nursery, toy shop, storybook scene, or beside larger dolls as an enchanting “toy within a toy” conversation piece.
Details
Materials: Hand-painted wood, paper, clay, mixed media
Scale & Size: 1:48 scale; Doll: 1 ⅛” tall
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Artist: Renee Delaney
Collection: Part of the Madame ‘Y’ Collection, Japan — an elegant archive of international artisan miniatures.
Please Note this listing includes: The Little Red Riding Hood doll and its original labeled presentation box.. Any additional figures, furniture, or styling accessories shown in photographs are for display inspiration only and 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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
