Why You’ll Love It
Lovingly titled “The Letter,” this exquisite 1:12 scale porcelain lady doll by miniature artist Dana Burton captures the refined elegance of the Edwardian era. Lady Lavinia is beautifully posed reading a tiny letter, dressed in a sweeping lavender-blue silk gown with a fitted silhouette, trailing hem, delicate white lace bodice, high collar, and long white sleeves. Her finely hand-painted porcelain face, softly curled blonde hair, pearl-style jewelry, lace-trimmed gloves, and spectacular flower-and-feather-trimmed hat give her remarkable presence. Newly handmade by the artist, she is a graceful character piece with wonderful storytelling appeal.
Perfect For
Perfect for an elegant Edwardian, turn-of-the-century, Belle Époque, or romantic period interior, Lady Lavinia would make a beautiful focal point in a miniature parlor, drawing room, bedroom, conservatory, or garden setting. She is especially suited to collectors of fine artisan dolls, historical costume miniatures, and beautifully posed character figures that add an immediate sense of story to a dollhouse scene.
Details
Materials: Porcelain, silk, lace
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale; 5 ½” tall, (6” tall including hair and hat)
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Artist: Dana Burton
Collection: Magpie's Nest
Please Note: Only the Lady Lavinia doll with her miniature letter are included. Other dolls, scenery, furnishings and accessories are shown for staging purposes 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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
