Petronella Oortman’s 17th-Century Dollhouse
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Petronella Oortman’s 17th-Century Dollhouse

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This 17th-century dollhouse, crafted for Petronella Oortman starting in 1686, is made of oak with tortoise shell and tin. It mirrors a real home with authentic materials and proportions, measuring 255 cm high and 190 cm wide. By 1718, its value equaled that of a canal house. The dollhouse includes rooms such as a nursery, kitchen, and servants’ attic, showcasing the opulence of Dutch domestic life.