Why You’ll Love It
Handcrafted by IGMA Fellow Renee Isabelle in 1994, this elegant wooden dollhouse fireplace screen would be perfect for elevating the sophistication of any miniature drawing room, library, or formal parlor. The printed artwork is inspired by the lavish Dutch Golden Age "Pronk" still life tradition, featuring a woven basket overflowing with ripe grapes, peaches, plums, and berries alongside citrus and other fruit. The screen is supported by turned column-style posts topped with ball finials, and has been finished in an antiqued black-and-gold gilt that beautifully simulates centuries of age and wear.
Historically, fireplace screens such as this were placed before the hearth to shield occupants from the direct heat and glare of an open fire while adding refinement to the room.
Details
Materials: Wood
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale; 2¾" tall × 2½" wide
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Artist: Renee Isabelle (IGMA Fellow)
Collection: The Maureen Fukushima Collection
Please Note: The miniature fireplace screen 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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
