British manufacturer of miniatures in metal and resin, usually sold in kit form. Alison started her business in 2016, but has been interested in miniatures for a lot longer, as her mum was also involved in the field. Her creations include a variety of elaborate French-style furniture, vases and decorative objects, alongside everyday items from carpet beaters to plates, and stereoscope viewers to shoes. When not making miniatures, she creates gorgeous French-style finials and curtain poles for the interiors trade. A lady of many talents.
As we’re still newbies to the field, our first purchases from Alison have been some ready-made pieces, painted by fellow artisan Karen Bell – but I’m certainly looking forward to gaining the skills which will allow us to branch out and buy some of her other items.
Here are the works by Alison in the Quartermaine Hall collection so far:
Chippendale Mirror with Musical Details
A stunning, gloriously OTT gilded mirror by Alison Davies, painted by Karen Bell (2022.206)
Music-Themed Wall Sconces
Pair of elegant Rococo sconces featuring musical motifs by Alison Davies and Karen Bell (2022.209.1-2)
Nine French Books
Set of nine volumes of French literature and history, by Alison Davies (2022.242.1-9)
Pair of Candelabra with Putti
Gorgeous pair of elaborate candelabra supported by putti, by Alison Davies, painted by Karen Bell (2022.207.1-2)
Pair of Rococo Frames
Pair of magnificently elaborate frames by Alison Davies, painted by Karen Bell (2022.208.1-2)
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