Object: Antique Architectural Folk Art Model HouseStyle/Architecture: Traditional Timber-Framed / North German Saxon Farmhouse style (Tudor-esque black & white decorative patterns)Features: Removable lift-off thatched roof structure
Item Overview:
Up for sale is a beautifully made, highly detailed antique architectural model house. This wonderful folk art piece represents an early 20th-century historical replica of a traditional timber-framed building (Fachwerkhaus). It is intricately painted with traditional black-and-white structural beams and geometric contrast designs, giving it a classic Tudor-style country appearance.The highlight of this piece is the masterfully executed, dense textured thatch-style roof, which fully lifts away from the main building structure to allow access inside. This makes it an exceptional conversation piece or a unique display for miniature collectors. The structure sits mounted on a flat, low-profile wooden display baseboard.
Condition Report:
The model shows authentic, honest age-related vintage wear that adds to its historic folk-art charm. The perimeter baseboard material is a little thin and shows minor edge wear consistent with its age, but the main building remains structurally secure and wonderful overall. Please review all high-resolution pictures to evaluate the detailed paintwork, thatching, and overall wear.
Overall Dimensions:
Width: 47 cm (approx. 18.5")Depth: 40.5 cm (approx. 16")Height: 18 cm (approx. 7")
Shipping & Handling:
Given the fragile nature of the delicate hand-crafted thatch roof, this item will be thoroughly double-boxed and padded with defensive cushioning. Shipped via tracked courier service across the UK. Local pick-up is also welcome.