Why You’ll Love It
A wonderfully distinctive Tony Posada miniature entitled “Spartiate”, created in 1982 and hand sculpted entirely in clay. Unlike traditional ship miniatures, this piece has an almost sculptural quality, with softly modeled sails, hand-painted hull details, and expressive artisan craftsmanship that gives it tremendous character. The mounted presentation base turns it into a tiny maritime work of art with strong collector appeal. Perfect displayed in a gentleman’s study, library, captain’s quarters, or alongside globes and nautical curiosities.
Details
Materials: Clay
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale; 1 ⅝” tall x 2 ⅝” long
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Artist: Tony Posada
Collection: The Maureen Fukushima Collection
Please Note: The “Spartiate ship” is included 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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
