#101

Rare 19th-Century Wooden Doll Cradle
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$500
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Description
13" (33 cm.) The oval-shaped wooden cradle is constructed in a barrel-like fashion with separately-formed panels that are securely-attached by bentwood strips,with vertical slats at the sides for ventilation and vision as well as decorative; other decorations include classic wheel or star-shaped cut-outs and elaborate scrolls or rounded edges. Excellent condition,original finish,one scroll tip missing. Scandinavian,mid-19th century,a rare small doll size of the classic cradle of this region.