The Miniature Library of Queen Mary's Dolls' House 9781909741577

Category

Decorative arts

Store

Wordery

Brand

Royal collection trust

The Miniature Library of Queen Mary's Dolls' House : Royal Collection Trust : 9781909741577 : 1909741574 : 08 Feb 2024 : Created between 1921 and 1924, Queen Mary&;s Dolls&; House is one of the most beautiful and famous dolls&; houses in the world. The structure was designed by British architect Sir Edwin Lutyens and features the craftsmanship of over one thousand artists. The house was meticulously furnished, meant to serve as a representation of a real royal residence, including bedroom chambers, saloon and dining rooms, a fully stocked wine cellar, functional kitchen, garage, and garden. The house even features electricity, running water, and working elevators. But perhaps most impressive of all is the house&;s spellbinding library, running the full length of the ground floor. Lining the walls of this tiny Edwardian library are over 300 miniature books and dozens of original paintings. The remarkable miniature collection features works specially produced by some of the finest autho

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