Tasha Tudor's Dollhouse : A Lifetime in Miniature [Hardcover]

Harry Davis (Author, Photographer, Contributor), Jay Paul (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 7, 1999

A one-quarter-human-scale version of Tudor's own 19th-century Victorian-style Vermont home, Corgi Cottage, in which she exhibits astonishing works of miniature art, from musical instruments and Shaker boxes to tiny printed books and cakes and cookies that look good enough to eat. 100 color photos.

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About the Author

Tasha Tudor has written, illustrated, or been the subject of more than 187 books. Her edition of THE SECRET GARDEN sold 2 million copies making is one of the bestselling children's books of all time. Harry Davis has studied Tasha's art for almost thirty years.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 144 pages
• Publisher: Little, Brown and Company (October 7, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0316855219
• ISBN-13: 978-0316855211
• Product Dimensions: 11.1 x 8.7 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #809,376 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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21 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful book on miniatures, dolls and Tasha Tudor's life, September 23, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Tasha Tudor's Dollhouse : A Lifetime in Miniature (Hardcover)

If you have ever been enchanted by Tasha Tudor's books and illustrations, you will lover her book on miniatures. The photography compliments the text, providing fascinating insight into her world (1830's). Excellent for those who love dolls and their accessories.

19 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars MISLEADING...NOT REALLY TASHA TUDOR'S DOLLHOUSE, July 8, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Tasha Tudor's Dollhouse : A Lifetime in Miniature (Hardcover)

I am surprised to find out that Tasha Tudor's dollhouse is not pictured in the book, but the title leads us to believe we will see the "real" thing. My understanding was that the balnk pages were to have been drawings by Tasha Tudor. Did she refuse to do the drawings because she didn't approve of the book? So aside from the furnishings being from Tasha, the book is misleading. I would rather see Tasha Tudor's real dollhouse not a newly made replica. I was disappointed with this book, especially knowing that Tasha did not want it published.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Inspiring!, October 4, 2004

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Edelweiss (Wilmington, NC) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Tasha Tudor's Dollhouse : A Lifetime in Miniature (Hardcover)

Those who say this isn't the "real" doll house are missing the point entirely! The Williamsburg house was specially made because "Thaddeus Crane" and "Emma Birdwhistle" never had their own proper dollhouse, but lived on shelves. The book explains this quite clearly. The one-quarter life size scale is fascinating in itself. Anyone who is a fan of handmade dolls, doll houses, or Tasha Tudor should delight in this amazing book. I wouldn't trade it for the world.