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Lot 98:
Description
C-18805
Hand-built wooden shadow box diorama depicting a fully furnished rustic interior scene, executed with a high level of detail and folk-art sensibility. The composition includes carved shelving with miniature vessels, a ladder, stacked barrels, a paneled counter, wall pegs with hanging tools, potted plants, a painted landscape panel suggesting a doorway or window, a small stool, wall clock, and a turned hanging chandelier. All elements are constructed from stained wood, with selective paint used sparingly for accents, allowing the material and craftsmanship to carry the visual weight. The scene reads as a self-contained room, blending naïve architectural modeling with careful proportion and texture. Likely produced as a one-off decorative or hobbyist work rather than a commercial toy, the diorama reflects mid-century interest in miniature craft, folk interiors, and handmade domestic scenes. The box retains its original hanging hardware on the reverse, indicating it was intended for wall display.
Shows light to moderate age wear throughout. There is a small break to the hanging chandelier element. Minor surface wear, dust accumulation, and small handling marks are present, consistent with age and display. All other components appear intact and firmly set.
11" W x 11" H x 2" D
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