Why You'll Love It
This exceptional artisan fruit danish display by Tomo Tanaka of Nunu’s House, Japan is a wonderful example of the astonishing realism that has made the artist one of the most admired names in the world of fine miniature food artistry. Crafted entirely by hand in 1:12 scale, the scene features a small wooden bakery crate labeled “nunu’s house” filled with an assortment of beautifully sculpted fruit danishes. Each pastry is individually detailed to replicate the rich textures of real baked goods, from the glossy fruit toppings to the golden layers of pastry beneath. The assortment includes blueberry danishes topped with cream and berries, mango pastries with vibrant yellow slices, and a colorful variety of mixed fruit danishes featuring tiny kiwi, peach, and berry accents.
Tomo Tanaka is widely regarded as one of Japan’s premier miniature artists, celebrated for his ability to transform everyday foods into incredibly lifelike museum-quality miniatures. Working primarily with clay and mixed media, Tanaka sculpts each piece completely from scratch, carefully building realistic textures, colors, and finishes that make his creations appear almost edible. His work is highly sought after by collectors and rarely appears on the secondary market outside Japan. This delightful bakery display is perfect for styling in a dollhouse bakery, café counter, kitchen scene, or pastry shop vignette, where its remarkable craftsmanship can truly shine.
Details
Materials: Clay, wood
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Artist: Tomo Tanaka, Nunu’s House (Japan)
Collection: Part of the Madame ‘Y’ Collection, Japan — an elegant archive of international artisan miniatures.
*PLEASE NOTE: You are purchasing the miniature wooden bakery crate filled with assorted handcrafted fruit danishes only.
