Dealer Karon Cunningham, England: Collectibles & International Artisans

Karon Cunningham carries an exceptional selection of fine miniatures by leading international artists. Most items are one-of-a-kind or made in limited numbers. Go to Karon's website to see more of her available fine miniature collection. Web: http://karoncunningham.com.

Exquisite tiny chest full of everything a little girl would want for her precious doll. There are brushes, combs, perfume bottle, a dog, and lots and lots of clothes. The two bottom drawers are full.

Elegant Georgian mantel clock that works. There is a tiny battery in the back.

Hand-painted picture of people skating on a frozen river in the Netherlands.

Handmade Dutch silver: A tea caddy with a flower design for lid knob and a tiny leaf strainer and stand.

Charming golly doll made from antique materials. 

To see prior offerings from Karon Cunningham, go >here<.

Dealer Isako Furuhashi, Japan - Fine Furniture

Isako Furuhashi of Dollhouse Isako, Japan, designs 1:12 scale antique Japanese and Chinese style furniture and accessories. She also makes early 1900s antique pieces and modern furniture. She will be at the Bishop Chicago International Show this month and Good Sam in October 2015. Email: dollhouse@dollhouse-isako.com. 

Web: http://www.dollhouse-isako.com.

Cafe.

Wine with wooden box.

To see more of Isako Furuhashi's work, go >here<.

Dealer Miyuki Nagashima, Japan - Fine Porcelain

Miyuki Nagashima from Japan makes fine hand-painted 1:12 scale porcelain dinnerware and decorative pieces. An IGMA Artisan, her techniques, compositions and colorings are based on European antique porcelain (mid-18th century to mid-19th century). She will be at the Bishop Chicago International Show this month and Good Sam in October 2015. Email: mail@miyuki-miniature-porcelain.com.

Vase with an antique fruit and rose design, German style.

Plate with an antique fruit design (strawberries), German style.

Tea set from the Sèvres Madame de Pompadour series.

Vase with flowers, Sèvres.

Green ware vase, Sèvres.

Tea set with wildflowers bouquet, German style. 

To see more of Miyuki Nagashima's work, go >here<.

Dealer Takumi Takanashi, Japan: Animal Figures

Takumi Takanashi's one-of-a-kind 1:12 scale furred animal figures are splendid. She will be at the Bishop Chicago International Show this month and Good Sam in October 2015. Takumi's work is exceptional, and she sells out quickly. Email: Takumi@minimalxanimal.com.  Web: http://www.minimalxanimal.com

Saluki dog and Abyssinian cat. Both are regarded as breeds from ancient times.

Fox and Raccoon. The raccoon is one of the most popular wild animals in Japan.

Samoyed. A gentle snow-white sled dog with a smile.

Norwegian Forest Cat on a stylish Scandinavian design style chair. 

To see more of Takumi Takanashi's work, go >here<.

Dealer Karon Cunningham, U.K.: Collectibles, International Artisans, & More

Karon Cunningham from England carries a world-class selection of exceptional miniatures by leading international artists. This week, we are concentrating on her "Animal Kingdom" collection. Most items are one-of-a-kind or made in limited numbers. Go to Karon's website to see more of her available fine miniature collection. Web: http://karoncunningham.com. Blog: http://www.karoncunningham.com/blog/

Wild Rabbits - Amanda Skinner, USA

Chinese Crested dog - Literature in Miniature, UK

Tartan Pet Beds - Chris Shepherd, UK

Wicker Pet Beds - Zara Ribeaud, France

Rats - David Ward, UK

Guinea pigs - Georgia Marfels, Holland

Geese - Irmgard Gritzan, Holland

Bassett Hound - Sarah Hendry, UK

Goats - Irmgard Gritzan, Holland

Kennel - Jeanette Jones, UK

Sheepdog - Literature in Miniature, UK

Snowy owl Taxidermy - Venesa Percival, UK 

Shitzu model - Amanda Skinner, USA 

To see prior Karon Cunningham offerings, go >here<. 
She will be at the Bishop Chicago International Show in April 2015 and the Good Sam Show in October 2015.   

Dealer Valerie Anne Casson, France: Accessories, Furniture & Toys

The talented and versatile Valerie Anne Casson from France has been a dealer at Good Sam since 2008. She makes French style dress mannequins, hand-painted dressed beds and dressing tables, lovely silk tuffets, and upholstered French benches. She also makes vanity trays, toys, ceramics and more. Email: valcasson@gmail.com. Web: http://www.valeriecasson.com

Dress (c.1865) in fine-stripped and solid beige silks with silk braid and trims on dress dummy. Tuffet in brown silks and trims. Sitting ginger cat.

Unique vanity trays, jewelry box and breakfast tray.

Round tuffets in a mixture of silk and cotton fabrics. Available in a variety of colors.

Collection of charming jewelry, vanity and breakfast trays. Also a box of gloves.

One-of-a-kind dressing table with mirror, round burgundy silk tuffet, and lovely hatbox.

Shabby chic French bed dressed in silks and laces.

Square silk tuffet, hatboxes, ladies bedroom table with vanity tray, old photo box, and much more.

Unusual square tuffets, available in a variety of colors.

Selection of Christmas themed trays.

Original watercolor on heavy paper, unframed. Life size, 11" x 14-1/2". Available for sale.

To see previous posts, go >here<.

Dealer Karon Cunningham, England: Spring Cleaning & Storage

Karon Cunningham from England shares a delightful selection of 1:12 scale miniatures for spring-cleaning and storage. Handcrafted by leading international artisans, most items are one-of-a-kind or made in limited numbers. Visit Karon's website to see the full range of her world-class offerings. Look for her table at this year's show. Web: http://karoncunningham.com. Blog: http://www.karoncunningham.com/blog/

Pretty boxes for keeping your wardrobe tidy. Handcrafted by Carolyn Harding, U.K.

Brass coal scuttle by Derry Mahoney, Ireland.

Beat those rugs clean with the help of an old-fashioned carpet beater by Anika Keukengerei, Holland.

Old vintage crates make great storage containers. Handcrafted by Carlotta Rossi, Italy.

Every household should have a dustpan and brush. Handcrafted by Dieter Dorsch, Germany.

Every spring-cleaning needs a bucket of water and cloth. Handcrafted by Mags Cassidy, U.K.

This pretty red cupboard can hide a multitude of muddle. Handcrafted by Barbara Hill, U.S.

Painted metal containers make good pots for plants. By Rosemary Macedonio, U.S.

Welcome spring with a container of flowering bulbs by Jan Southerton, U.K.

Exterior of charming old trunk to store keepsake memories. Handcrafted by Olga De Haro Ascencio, Spain.

Interior of handcrafted storage trunk.  

Baskets are always a favorite for keeping things looking tidy. Handcrafted by Vicky Sanfield, U.S.

Keep those wine bottles neat with a wooden storage ladder by Alexandra Cantatore, Italy.

To see some of Karon Cunningham's past offerings, go >here<.