#210

German Wooden Doll Room with Rare Fret-work Furnishings
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$3,000
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26"w. x 16"h. x 17"d. One large framed wooden room with simple edging at the top and ceiling line has two three-part windows at the back that hinge open,and a double door to the outside with paneled detail. The house is entirely papered on the exterior,as well as the interior which features original lattice design wallpaper with complementary wainscoting and ceiling border. The lithographed floor paper simulates parquet flooring. The windows have silk curtains with lace linings. Furnishings: a superbly carved fret-work ensemble has its original painted white finish with enhancing gilt touches,and comprises a well-fitted bed,large armoire,wash stand,night stand,hanging wall shelf and side chair with golden velvet upholstery. A framed print and mirror decorate the wall,and there are,also,a porcelain wash set,bear rug,mannequin head,and three bisque dolls in antique costumes.Germany,the underside of the room is pencil lettered "1583". Circa 1915. Very good/excellent condition.