Why You’ll Love It
This charming porcelain 1:12 scale Victorian flow blue biscuit barrel is decorated in a blue and white flow blue pattern, prized during the Victorian era for its softly blurred cobalt designs that seem to melt into the glaze.
Crowning the lovely cookie jar is a beautifully made silver lid with matching handle, perfect for formal parlors and well-appointed dining rooms. Signed on the underside with the initial “H.” for Muriel Hopwood who created this with Ken Palmer (sterling). It is particularly lovely on a miniature sideboard, within a pantry or tea service vignette, or displayed as a focal accent in a Victorian dining scene.
Details
Porcelain with silver lid and handle
Scale: 1:12
Size: Approximately 5/8” tall
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Artist: Artisan signed Muriel Hopwood & Ken Palmer
Collection: Part of the Miss Seattle Collection.
PLEASE NOTE: You are purchasing the biscuit barrel with silver lid. Think of our photos as a whimsical stage set, other miniatures shown are supporting players and are not included. The star of the show is ready to shine in your collection.
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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
