Lot 5 , 'Rocking Villa': A Victorian furnished dolls’ house, circa 1880

'Rocking Villa': A Victorian furnished dolls’ house, circa 1880

'Rocking Villa': A Victorian furnished dolls’ house, circa 1880, modelled as a double-fronted suburban villa, with a central turret and two bay windows, the interior and exterior with original finishes, the interior with a staircase and interior doors, the furnishings comprising mainly early 20th century German pieces including some 'Yellow Cherry' items, with original curtains to the windows, 94cm high.

This house is discussed by Jean Latham, Dolls’ Houses, A Personal Choice (1969), p.134.
£1,200-1,800

Condition:
The facade with some loss commensurate with age but otherwise seemingly sound and comprehensively original, the hinged front opening to reveal a mixed contents with condition commensurate with age and use.

Unsold