#182

German Wooden Glass and Porcelain Shop with Unusual Curio Cabinet
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$2,750
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25" (64 cm.) l. x 14"h. x 14"d. A wooden store with angled sides to give extra dimension to the store has ribbed columns with arched pediment at each side front,and an elaborate arrangement of shelving,cabinets,counter,and mirror,all of which are attached to the store walls and across the front opening. The store is painted original ochre with blue and red pencil-stripe trim,gilt painting on the mirror glass,and architectural details including clock,fret-work and shaped window frames on cabinet. There are original floor and wall papers,and an ormolu and glass chandelier suspends above. The store is lavishly furnished with a collection of miniature glass ware including rare faux-oil lamps,vases,pitchers and glasses,as well as porcelain statuary,tea set,and a collection of white bisque animal figures. A beautiful shop with Art Nouveau stylized features and unusual designs. Excellent condition except wall paper very worn. Germany,circa 1890.