Why You'll Love It
An extraordinary one-of-a-kind porcelain masterpiece by celebrated IGMA Artisan Tricia Street, Apple Picking Day captures the warmth and charm of an autumn harvest in exquisite miniature. This highly detailed sculptural tableau depicts three elegantly dressed Georgian-era figures gathering apples beneath a flourishing fruit tree, complete with a tiny ladder, overflowing harvest basket, and delicately modeled branches laden with hand-painted fruit. Brilliant enamel colors and fine 22k gold accents.
Signed and dated 2000 by the artist, this sizeable porcelain sculpture is among Tricia Street's largest and rarest creations. Museum-quality in both craftsmanship and presentation, it is a true centerpiece for the finest miniature collections and a remarkable example of her celebrated porcelain artistry.
Perfect for: Rococo salons, formal parlors, porcelain cabinets, collector's showcases, museum-quality displays, and luxury dollhouse interiors.
Details
Materials: Hand-sculpted and hand-painted porcelain
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale, 1½" tall
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Artist: Tricia Street
Collection: Part of the Madame ‘Y’ Collection, Japan — an elegant archive of international artisan miniatures.
*PLEASE NOTE: You are purchasing the porcelain sculpture only.
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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
