German Wooden Dollhouse "The Nuremberg Home" with Half-Timber Design

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40"(102 cm.) w. x 39"h. x 23"d. The wooden-framed home,typical of town homes of the Nuremberg region of Germany,is three-storied (including attic) and has an unusual exterior with original painted ochre finish with painted-brown half timbers and painted windows on front and sides; the back of the house has 3 window frames and glass opening-windows on each floor. The front of the house hinges open for access to the unusual interior. Each floor has two set-back rooms fronted by a wide porch-like area with wooden railing at the front. A beautiful curved wooden staircase winds from the first to second floors and has a nicely- shaped banister railing. The attic has one large room with a separate access door and window at the back. At the side of the house there are balconies with roof and balustrade on each floor. The rooms have original wall and floor papers,and curtains with original cornices. Excellent condition,well-preserved with original paint and finishes. Germany,mid-19th century,unusual architectural features highlight the home.