Why You’ll Love It
This charming artisan-crafted nautical sculpture transforms a tiny sailing vessel into a sculptural decorative object with the look of a treasured maritime keepsake. The warm gilt-over-bronze finish paired with its wood display base gives it a classic collected feel—equal parts ship model and miniature objet d’art. Signed “M.S.”, it carries the appeal of a handcrafted studio piece with subtle maritime character. Perfect for a captain’s study, library shelf, seaside cottage, or nautical vignette.
Details
Materials: Wood, metal
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale; ⅞” tall
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Artist: Artisan, signed “M.S.”
Collection: The Maureen Fukushima Collection
Please Note: The “ship sculpture” 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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
