Modern Doll House Furniture
Dollhouses and miniatures come in many sizes, shapes, themes, and materials. A hobby in dollhouses requires you to have as much information as possible regarding dollhouses.
Dollhouses trace back their history several centuries back and they have been the source of fun for many children, boys and girls alike. These masterpieces were especially made for collectors who take pride in their dollhouse collections. This was long before dollhouses became play items for children.
Antique dollhouses were displayed in museums and art galleries. They were admired by people from all walks of life. Collectors often spend large amounts of money on dollhouse auctions just so they could proudly display them in their own homes.
Cupboard dollhouses were constructed by the less wealthy people because they couldn’t afford the antique and intricate dollhouses. These cupboard dollhouses looked like just some piece of furniture that when opened, revealed tiny rooms complete with furniture and miniature dolls.
Often called “baby houses”, dollhouses gained popularity among the children with the advent of mass production. They can be commonly seen on display or as toys in nurseries and schools. Dollhouses used to teach little girls about domestic life.
Preserved through Modernization
However, the 20th century opened new horizons for dollhouses. These baby houses became “modernized” and updated to the way of life of the people. Dollhouse makers have begun to construct dollhouses “to scale”. Ever since, dollhouses began to look more realistic and formal, much like real miniature rooms.
Dollhouse enthusiasts began to build dollhouses one after the other, constantly upgrading them. Intricate furniture was added. Furnishings began to be more meticulous. Household items became more detailed.
Furniture included in dollhouses is diverse. They come in many forms and shapes. Usually, dollhouses and its furnishings are made from wood. Nowadays, if you know where to look, any furniture you like in full size you can get in miniature as well. Dollhouse shops all over the world cater miniature needs of dollhouse and miniature enthusiasts. Some even offer personalized and customized service to their customers.
In recent times, dollhouse shops offer catalogues that cater to the furniture needs of a dollhouse collector. Kitchen, bedroom, and living room furniture are available for purchase. They may also depend on what era or country you want your dollhouse to be themed. Victorian style furnishings are among the most popular.
Do-it-your-own kits are also available for purchase. Whether you want the cool elegance of stainless steel, or crave for a farmhouse look, modern dollhouses offer it all. Wood is not the only way to customize your dollhouse. Furniture can now be built with chicken wire, laminates, stainless steel, and even glass fronts. The options are endless.
A Step Ahead of Time
Contemporary kitchen equipment now boasts of refrigerators with pull-out vegetable racks, plate racks, wine racks, larder, and extendible tower rails. Sinks, worktops, and dishwashers seem real even in their miniature forms.
In line with modern designs, bedroom furnishings include desks and dressers with fully functioning drawers, closets, customized bed, air conditioners, computers, and a lot more. Theme bedrooms are also available.
Bathroom miniatures have functioning doors, cabinets, Jacuzzis, showers, basins, and bath. Bathrooms are also made to look tiled complete with chrome-plated drains depending on your choice.
Dollhouses have evolved to become an affordable and popular hobby for the masses, quite a change from its modest beginnings. That is why it is not anymore surprising that many find the world of dollhouses fascinating.