Ashby, Elizabeth
The Miniature Library of Queen Mary's Dolls' House
- ISBN 13:
- 9781909741577
- author:
- Ashby, Elizabeth
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Royal Collection Trust
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2014
- Pages:
- 160
- Dimensions:
- 1.9 x 18.1 x 18.1 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- History, General, Arts & Photography,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Miniature Library of Queen Mary's Dolls' House is a unique glimpse into the intricately crafted library of the Queen Mary's Dolls' House, one of the world's most famous dollhouses. Created between 1921 and 1924, the dollhouse features the craftsmanship of over 1,000 artists and was meticulously furnished to represent a real royal residence. The library itself is a remarkable collection of over 300 miniature books, carefully curated by Princess Marie Louise and writer E.V. Lucas, featuring works by renowned authors such as Thomas Hardy and Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. This book provides a comprehensive guide to the Crown's miniature royal residence, accompanied by a Foreword by Her Majesty Queen Camilla. With its rich history and stunning craftsmanship, The Miniature Library of Queen Mary's Dolls' House is a fascinating insight into the world of British aristocratic life and the art of the time. Hardcover, 160 pages.
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