#90

German Dollhouse "Millinery Shop" with Wonderful Contents
Live Auction

$3,000
sold
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Description
32" (81 cm.) w" x 17"d. x 12"h. The three-sided open-front shop with original gilt-accented black finish, features windows on each side wall which flank shelving on the entire back wall offering a variety of niches and display area. There is a free-standing counter, a mirrored cabinet and a side wall-mounted shelf which match the back shelving, along with wall mirrors and an upholstered seating area with upholstered chairs and matching table. The shop has more than 25 miniature hats, various hat forms, hat accessories and is peopled by three bisque dolls. Miniature calling cards on the counter read "Louise Gallagher's Beauty Salon". Overall excellent. Germany, for the American market, circa 1900.