Dolls’ Houses
Dolls’ Houses by Halina Pasierbska, published by Bloomsbury USA on June 22, 2010, is a 40-page exploration of the history and significance of dolls’ houses. This edition delves into how these miniature structures provide insights into the lives and societal changes of the times in which they were created. The book discusses the evolution of dolls’ houses from their origins in the mid-sixteenth century Bavaria, designed primarily for adult collectors, to their eventual role as children’s toys in the nineteenth century.
Readers will find a detailed outline of the historical context surrounding dolls’ houses, including their representation of furniture, decorative styles, and class structures. The book features illustrations of some of the finest examples, appealing to those interested in antiques, collectibles, and design. By examining the cultural significance of dolls’ houses, this work serves as a valuable resource for educators, psychologists, designers, collectors, and children alike.
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A dolls’ house provides a surprisingly accurate glimpse into the world in which it was created. It can reflect many aspects of the way that people lived at the time, from furniture and decorative styles through to gradual changes in class structure. Consequently they remain prized by educationalists, psychologists, designers, collectors and children today.
The earliest known dolls’ house was made in Bavaria in the mid-sixteenth century. Like most of those built in the following 250 years, it was designed not to be played with, but to be a perfect representation in miniature of a princely house, and to reflect the wealth of the owner. Although children began to play with dolls’ houses during the eighteenth century, they remained primarily made for adults. It was only in the nineteenth century that they finally also became children’s toys. This book outlines the history of these intriguing little buildings, with illustrations of some of the finest examples ever created.
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