R. Bliss Dollhouse Circa early 1900's
R. Bliss Dollhouse Circa early 1900's
This delightful dollhouse made by R. Bliss Manufacturing Co. circa early 1900s, is constructed of pine and covered with brightly colored lithographed paper in a palette of the rich hues of the time period including a soft, brick red, vivid blue, green and yellow. There is a mix of faux exteriors including brick, fish scale siding in a time softened brown as well as window borders of faux stained-glass and floral swag details.
Further details include a covered lower front porch with a decorative metal railing, a sloped roof with a railed walk as well as a faux third floor with two dormer windows, two chimneys and a railed walk.
The lower front of the house opens to reveal the interior rooms which retain their original papers including a grapevine motif in blue and pink (downstairs), and a floral motif in golden yellow and blue (upstairs). Wallpaper presents normal wear and separation, but displays wonderfully.
Each floor Measures: 9 5/8” Wide x 5 3/8” Deep with the lower floor ceiling measuring 6” high and the upstairs ceiling measuring 9 3/8” tall. The floor in the lower room is a red, carpet style pattern with a medallion motif, while the upper story floor is in a blue pattern. The house also features cellulose windows with crochet lace curtains. House does present scattered, age-related wear overall, throughout the lithographed exterior (losses to right side of house).
The overall dimensions, including wooden base are: 12 5/8” wide, 8 ¾” deep, 19 ½” tall (including chimneys).
$ 495.00
*Additional, oversized shipping costs may apply, depending upon final destination.
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