Why You’ll Love It
Handcrafted by IGMA Fellow Teresa Welch and signed and dated 1998, this elegant porcelain cabinet bowl showcases the extraordinary refinement for which her miniature porcelains are celebrated. Measuring just under ⅝" wide, this tiny bowl features a gracefully scalloped, softly squared rim adorned with delicate sculpted pink roses, hand-painted floral garlands, and shimmering 22k gold accents. Its warm cream porcelain and feminine pink palette create a timeless, romantic appearance.
Though incredibly small, every detail has been executed with remarkable precision, making this a beautiful display piece for collectors of museum-quality miniature porcelain. Perfect as an accent within a china cabinet, on a parlor table, or as part of an elegant dining room vignette, it embodies the artistry that has made Teresa Welch's work so highly sought after.
Perfect for: China cabinets, formal dining rooms, French Rococo interiors, Victorian parlors, elegant manor houses, and fine miniature porcelain collections.
Details
Materials: Porcelain with 22kt gold detailing
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale; Just under ⅝" wide
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Artist: Teresa Welch (IGMA Fellow) 2007
Collection: Part of the Madame ‘Y’ Collection, Japan — an elegant archive of international artisan miniatures.
Please Note this listing includes: The porcelain bowl only. 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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
