Why You’ll Love It
This distinguished porcelain gentleman doll is impeccably dressed in a tailored black cotton suit complete with waistcoat, long formal coat, crisp white collar, and stately top hat. A delicate watch chain at his waist and neatly groomed white mustache add wonderful period character, and the included slender cane with metallic handle completes his refined appearance. Designed as a standing figure, his arms can be gently posed for added versatility. Handcrafted by an unknown artisan, he is a handsome choice for creating an elegant period scene, railway station, formal gathering, or gentleman’s study.
Perfect for: Victorian and Edwardian scenes, railway stations, formal parlors, gentleman’s studies, period dollhouses, historical displays, and artisan doll collections.
Details
Materials: Porcelain
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale; 6 ½” tall including top hat]
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Artist: Artisan; unsigned
Collection: Part of the Madame ‘Y’ Collection, Japan — an elegant archive of international artisan miniatures.
Please Note: The porcelain gentleman doll and separate cane are included only. His clothing, top hat, and other accessories are attached to the doll. He is designed for standing display; his arms can be gently bent and posed. Other dolls, luggage, railway backdrop, flooring, and staging accessories shown 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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
