Mid-19th Century English Doll's House

This beautiful doll's house measures 38" wide and 38" from the bottom to the top of the chimneys. I believe it was made in the mid 19th century. The exterior is hand painted. I have decided to sell this house. Please contact me at susansminihomes@gmail.com to inquire about purchasing this house.

 

A previous owner updated the interior at some point. The wallpaper looks like the type used in the 1970s. Three of the rooms have built in fireplaces. 

The portico is beautifully done, but has accumulated a few scrapes and dings over the years. I am sure it could be easily restored.

The double chimneys are representative of the mid-19th century.

The lovely entry way and staircase are also representative of doll's houses of that era. 

This the landing at the top of the stairs.

A previous owner wired the house with miniature lights and sockets. The wiring is no longer intact, so I can't test it. I have furnished it with some antique doll's house furniture.

This room has a light socket and small bulb where the cook stove would be.

This antique bedroom set appears to be handmade. It is really sweet.

The living room has wainscotting and a patterned fabric representing wall paper. I believe the previous owner added these. The original fireplace is marbled.

Here are an example of mid-19th century English doll's houses that is very similar to mine. It is listed as - A mid-19th English Toyman's wooden  dolls' house

1963 Tammy's Ideal House

I haven't been buying dollhouses lately, but when the opportunity to acquire this 1963 Tammy house came up I couldn't resist. I have been wanting this house for years. It is really more of a play room than a house. It is equipped with many games to keep teenagers occupied.

Tammy and her cousin Misty are playing Ping Pong. Misty is about to serve.

Grown up Tammy is preparing Pizza for the gang

Pepper and Dodi are playing with the pets while Ted is trying to get the game on TV.

Dodi is thinking that they should play shuffle board instead.

Ted gave up on the game and is trying a new song on his guitar instead.

Dad is practicing his putt but Mom is listening to the kids in case they need something. She isn't good at relaxing.

Oh no! The ping pong ball has gone missing.

The side of the cardboard house. The whole thing folds up and all the furniture and accessories can be stored inside. 

Did my ship just come in?

One day I was in a Habitat for Humanity store and saw this incredibly detailed paddleboat. It needed a few repairs, but it was utterly charming.

A sailor works on the paddle at the stern

The three decks had handmade railings.

The adorable dolls were made of stockinette and had detailed clothing and facial features.

The bow of the boat was missing its railing but featured a band.

The band members had crocheted clothing and wooden instruments. They were so well done

A couple of elegant lady passengers are enjoying the view from the top deck

The boat was up for auction and no, I didn't take it home. I wonder who did.

Argo 1957 fashion doll furniture for sale - $125 per set

 

Very rare 1957 Argo Model Home for Dolls mid-century modern furniture. 

(Furniture only - no rooms or dollhouse). 

The bedroom set is available for $125. plus shipping

(Living room set is sold) 

Contact Susan at susansminihomes@gmail.com if you are interested.

A brochure came with each set. It says the scale is 1 foot to 1 inch, but these were made for 7.5 to 10 inch dolls before barbie came along and they are slightly too small for Barbie. Still they do look great with your vintage Barbies, Blythes, Jills or Ginnys. Pick up in Toronto, or shipping to US or Canada if buyer pays shipping charges.

Beautiful Hand-built Antique Dollhouse

This Incredible Antique Dollhouse in 1/12 scale has 7 rooms with a central hall.

It is 37 inches wide, 30 inches deep and 30 inches tall to the top of the chimney.

The front door has a lovely portico door canopy

This is the kitchen and bathroom side of the house

The bathroom has a toilet paper holder and towel racks

The kitchen door is quite charming

It was lovingly hand-built with lovely details, like a built-in cabinets around the fireplace in the living room

And an elegant staircase in the tiled hall.

It shows some signs of wear. All of the original carpets have been removed and it is It is partially wired. But now the house is ready for restoration.

Big Green Dollhouse

I have spent the last week refurbishing this beautiful dollhouse.
See the last picture to see how the poor thing had been neglected.

I refreshed the exterior paint.

The interior was partly finished and I started to add more to it,
but I have decided to sell it, so it remains unfinished.

I think it looks so much better now.

 

It is not happy in the before picture.