Sharing a love of Dolls House Miniatures - and making time for other creative crafts and the garden.

Monday, February 1, 2021

The Story of Bertha and Ralph Wright - their miniatures revealed.

 Every  once in a while, something truly exceptional comes along.  This story is just such a one and has been researched and written by Celia Thomas who we all know as both a talented miniaturist and expert in vintage and antique dolls houses and artefacts, with the unique help and co-operation of Bertha and Ralph's familes. Enjoy!

Bertha Wright was an accomplished artist and sculptor on the fringes of the Bloomsbury Group and, it seems, an extraordinary lady who together with her husband Ralph led a most interesting life so their story brings annecdotes and memories from 1918 onwards.  Clearly their work as miniaturists was well regarded; most fascinating of all perhaps are the most unusual and detailed picture boxes which were exhibited as well as being commissioned from 1930s.

The story for Celia began back in 2016 when she acquired some unusual miniature dolls and furniture which set her off on her quest to learn more.  Her research over the years has, with the generous help of Bertha and Ralph's families and others, drawn many strands together and provided a wonderful readable story about the life and times of 'Bad Aunt Bertha' and fantastic details and pictures which have never been seen before, of the exciting miniature treasures.
I've been lucky enough to hear snippets of the story while Celia has been researching so I was over the moon to see it finally published on her latest blog.
 
http://ktminiatures.blogspot.com/2021/01/part-onethe-story-of-bertha-ralph.html

So if you're looking for a lovely distraction from the covid pandemic or the miserable weather - put the kettle on, make a cuppa, settle down and enjoy!

Thank you for looking  - Stay safe
Robin x

2 comments:

Drora's minimundo said...

Thank you, dear Robin, for the link.
A truly interesting story. How wonderful for a husband and wife to share hobby and work.
Hugs, Drora

Ilona said...

Good morning, dear Robin!
I hope all is well with you and your family?
I"ll definitely go and read this story, thank you so much for sharing.
Stay safe, and take care, Robin.
Hugs, Ilona xx