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A Most Unusual Model of a Detached House
For sale by Butchoff Antiques Ltd.
for sale €4,446     $4,826
£3,800
Butchoff Antiques Ltd.

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A Most Unusual Model of a Detached House

18th century
Description

The façade constructed incorporating wine corks, with a grotto shell front garden.

Circa 1830

Currently in unrestored original condition, please contact us for further information.

Physical Dimensions
Height
109cm (42.91")
Width
86cm (33.86")
Depth
48cm (18.90")
Declaration

Butchoff Antiques Ltd. has dated this Cork Architectural Model House to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1142380
Dealers Internal Reference
5362
Dealers Notes

This item is currently in its original, unrestored condition. Please contact us for further information.

We are also happy to arrange door to door shipping for any item to any destination in the UK or worldwide, please get in touch if you have any questions.

Description
The façade constructed incorporating wine corks, with a grotto shell front garden.

Circa 1830

Currently in unrestored original condition, please contact us for further information.

Height
109cm (42.91")
Width
86cm (33.86")
Depth
48cm (18.90")
Date of Manufacture

Butchoff Antiques Ltd. has dated this Cork Architectural Model House to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1142380
Dealers Internal Ref
5362
Butchoff Antiques Ltd.
Butchoff Antiques Ltd.
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2016

18th and 18th century english, french & italian furniture & decorative arts

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Butchoff Antiques Ltd. Profile Page

Trade Associations

Butchoff Antiques Ltd. is a registered member of LAPADA  BADA 

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A miniature two-storey detached house constructed from wine corks and wood, featuring gables, glazed windows with lace curtains, classical medallion reliefs, and a base decorated with embedded seashells.
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Archive I A miniature two-storey detached house constructed from wine corks and wood, featuring gables, glazed windows with lace curtains, classical medallion reliefs, and a base decorated with embedded seashells.

A Most Unusual Model of a Detached House

Archive II A miniature two-storey detached house constructed from wine corks and wood, featuring gables, glazed windows with lace curtains, classical medallion reliefs, and a base decorated with embedded seashells. View II
Archive III A miniature two-storey detached house constructed from wine corks and wood, featuring gables, glazed windows with lace curtains, classical medallion reliefs, and a base decorated with embedded seashells. View III
Archive IV A miniature two-storey detached house constructed from wine corks and wood, featuring gables, glazed windows with lace curtains, classical medallion reliefs, and a base decorated with embedded seashells. View IV
Archive V A miniature two-storey detached house constructed from wine corks and wood, featuring gables, glazed windows with lace curtains, classical medallion reliefs, and a base decorated with embedded seashells. View V
Archive VI A miniature two-storey detached house constructed from wine corks and wood, featuring gables, glazed windows with lace curtains, classical medallion reliefs, and a base decorated with embedded seashells. View VI
Archive VII A miniature two-storey detached house constructed from wine corks and wood, featuring gables, glazed windows with lace curtains, classical medallion reliefs, and a base decorated with embedded seashells. View VII
Archive VIII A miniature two-storey detached house constructed from wine corks and wood, featuring gables, glazed windows with lace curtains, classical medallion reliefs, and a base decorated with embedded seashells. View VIII
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Butchoff Antiques Ltd.

Butchoff Antiques Ltd.
Telephone 020 7221 8174 or 07974 575 554
Location
154 Kensington Church Street
London
W8 4BN
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/butchoff
Verified Since Sep 2016
Items For Sale 86
Items Sold 16
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A miniature two-storey detached house constructed from wine corks and wood, featuring gables, glazed windows with lace curtains, classical medallion reliefs, and a base decorated with embedded seashells.
A Most Unusual Model of a Detached House
Ref: SA1142380
A miniature two-storey detached house constructed from wine corks and wood, featuring gables, glazed windows with lace curtains, classical medallion reliefs, and a base decorated with embedded seashells.
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  • ObjectArchitectural Models
  • Period18th century
  • StyleVictorian Folk Art
  • MaterialCork, Wood, Seashells, Glass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsCork cladding, Seashell plinth, Gabled dormers, Classical medallion busts
  • SizeH 109 cm (43 in) x W 86 cm (34 in) x D 48 cm (19 in)

This Georgian architectural model presents a miniature two-storey detached house styled in Victorian folk art. The structure is built with warm brown timber, entirely clad in wine corks on its façade, and features a plinth encrusted with seashells at the base. Visible details include two gabled dormers at the roofline, central classical medallion busts, dark-framed multi-pane glass windows fitted with white lace curtains, and a central panelled timber door with a brass-coloured door knocker and pediment. The pitched roof has brown shingled tiles and two matching chimneys, while small black-painted finials accent the gable peaks. Standing 109 cm high, 86 cm wide, and 48 cm deep, this substantial piece suits display atop a large sideboard in a hallway or living room today.

FAQs

Miniature architectural models made from cork, paper, and found objects gained popularity during the 18th and 19th centuries. Often created by artisan craftspeople or hobbyists, these pieces served as decorative souvenirs, scale studies, or examples of folk art craftsmanship.

Folk art models typically incorporated readily available natural and salvaged materials, including carved wine corks, seashells, wood splints, glass offcuts, fabric scraps for curtains, and moulded plaster or lead for decorative accents.

Authentic period pieces show signs of natural aging, such as subtle discoloration of adhesives, oxidation on metallic fittings, hand-cut joinery, and period-appropriate textiles like antique lace or blown glass panes.

A folk art model functions as a focal point when styled on a sideboard, bookshelf, or inside a glazed display cabinet. Pairing it with clean-lined modern furniture highlights its complex texture and historic silhouette.

Keep the model in a climate-controlled environment away from direct sunlight, dampness, and heat sources. Dust gently using a soft, dry camel-hair brush, avoiding liquid cleaners that could dissolve historic adhesives or damage organic materials.
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