A Doll's House for Ladies

From the series In detail
Dolls’ house of Petronella Oortman Amsterdam, c. 1686–1710, oak cabinet, veneered with tortoiseshell and pewter

This doll’s house belonged to Petronella Oortman, who had all the contents custom-made. Down to the smallest details it shows what a grand 17th-century canal house looked like.

Two Children with a Cat

From 17th century artist Judith Leyster

Dolls’ house of Petronella Oortman Dolls’ house of Petronella Oortman

A Doll's House for Ladies

Not a child’s toy, but a pastime for ladies

Portrait of Catharina van Braam Houckgeest Portrait of Catharina van Braam Houckgeest

Reunited in Reflection

Portrait in the mirror