What are the dimensions? The interior isn't lined with fabric so I doubt a secondary purpose. I'd think most likely be used to store doll...
Thank you. That's very helpful. Debora [ATTACH]
Did you do a Google Images search? There are a surprising number of these floating around the internet. "Miniature Breton doll furniture."...
eBay is helpful in researching values. Completed listings will give you an idea of sales prices and Active listings will give you an idea of...
They were gilded. Not unusual brass underneath. Have you had the gems tested? Debora
What's interesting is that, while they look like they might have originally contained religious relics, all the imagery on both pieces is secular....
Sniped! And thank you, @Marote. Debora
You forgot to post your photographs, Dan. Someone will be alone shortly with instructions for doing so. Debora
Thank you for joining us, @Dan Tson. You'll find lots of helpful and knowledgable people here. Debora
An "alms plate" or "alms dish" appears to refer to a Christian dish in which alms are collected. It is displayed on the altar. Think there's...
A Google Image search for "alms plate" brings up many similars. Debora
Not sure what you're referring to but... Flora, the goddess of Spring, is typically shown semi-nude. Debora [ATTACH]
This will be helpful in understanding what you have. https://www.laitimes.com/en/article/3ms5l_43h62.html Debora
Do you think the floral shape a Chinese character? Debora
Spring. Debora
Think the scenes represent the four seasons. Bearing in mind we're talking about Germany... Wine = Fall, Fire = Winter, Flowers = Spring, Wheat...
The scenes on similars are typically old tyme-y rather than old time. Debora
Thanks. None wearing contemporary dress. Pity. Debora
The figure is wearing what would be called in the UK Regency-era clothing. The fashion throughout Europe from 1795 to 1820. But, of course,...
Actually, on second look, those could be a bit older. Late 19th century. I do think possible part of a series. Literary or musical characters....
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