House of Miniatures Furniture Kit #40063 X-Acto Swinging Cradle XActo Dollhouse Mini Miniature Miniture 40063

A charming reproduction of a unique cradle believed to have been built in the Dutch Hudson Valley. Technically known as a trestle-suspended cradle, it was more difficult to build than the traditional rocking cradle and fewer were made. 3 3/16”h x 3 1/2”w x 1 1/2”d. [The above is the catalog description from the 1980s]The House of Miniatures furniture kits are all 12th scale, precision models made of real wood and excellent detail. This allows unlimited customization while also being period correct, even in the standard build. They take stain well and the brass hardware (where required) completes the beautiful form with functional doors and drawers.Included in each kit are detailed instructions. parts identification sheet, and tips for building and finishing your kit. The instructions give confidence to beginners and advanced hobbyists alike and can serve as a guide for scratch building the same or similar designs.DETAILS:* 12th Scale* Life-Like Details* Real Wood* Fine Grain* Precision