Model house

Object

Model

Production date

1850-1899

Object number

1991.463

Physical Description

This model house would have been used as a nightlight to help children sleep. It is based on a house in Cassland Road in Hackney. It is made of plaster, painted green and white with red and maroon details. The front gardens and yard surround the house on a flat base. The house is hollow to contain the light.

Material

Plaster

Dimension

Height (Whole): 375mm
Width (Whole): 375mm
Depth (Whole): 290mm

On display?

Yes