Miniature N-Scale Victorian World Main Street Emporium Shop Assembled White 1:160 by Gold Rush Bay
Gold Rush Bay Ready Built miniature N-Scale Victorian World Main Street Emporium Shop Measures 4.5 inches wide by 4.5 inches deep by 3.25 inches tall.
The World Victorian Emporium embodies Eastern American town's main street. Its architectural design contributes significantly to the immersive and nostalgic atmosphere of Main Street.
Key aspects of the Emporium's exterior architecture include:
* Eastern Seaboard Victorian Influence: The design draws heavily from the Victorian architectural style prevalent in affluent towns on the Eastern Seaboard of the United States in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This is characterized by ornate details, varied textures, and a sense of established prosperity. The building has been described as having a "Georgian Gingerbread exterior" in some sections, hinting at a blend of styles popular in that era.
* Grand Scale and Presence: Its size and detailed facade contribute to the feeling of a bustling, important commercial center.
* Forced Perspective: Like other buildings on Main Street, the Emporium utilizes forced perspective. The upper floors are constructed at a progressively smaller scale than the ground level, making the building appear taller and the street seem longer as you look towards the end of the street. This technique enhances the sense of depth and grandeur.
* Detailed Facade Elements: The exterior features a variety of architectural details that add visual interest and historical character. These can include:
* Elaborate window displays designed to showcase merchandise and often featuring seasonal themes.
* Decorative molding, cornices, and trim work.
* Varied rooflines and architectural elements that break up the building's mass.
* Arched doorways and large storefront windows that invite guests inside.
* Subtle nods in the design or decorative elements that hint at the building's purpose as a large retail establishment of the era.
* Integration with Adjacent Buildings: The Emporium's design seamlessly integrates with the facades of neighboring buildings on Main Street, maintaining a cohesive streetscape while still having its own distinct presence.
In essence, the Emporium's exterior is a carefully crafted piece of themed architecture that combines historical influences, impressive scale, and visual trickery to create the feeling of a classic, substantial department store from a romanticized bygone era.
Designed by San Francisco Architect and produced in the United States. Note: All Gold Rush Bay structures are made after payment is received. The more detailed models take days to produce. Please allow several days for delivery.
You will receive the entire structure in white color for easy painting. Your Victorian Emporium will be packaged securely but due to the extremely detailed nature, some finial, window or railing details my become misaligned or broken in shipping. Not a toy as small parts can be hazardous to young children. Condition is New. Good luck and happy modeling!
About the Company: Gold Rush Bay is dedicated to making the most realistic assembled Architectural Miniatures. Our goal is to have the largest catalog of architecture and Interior designs pre-assembled. Architecture has notoriously been hard to model in miniature by hand due to its intricate geometries. By offering assembled and color products instead of kits, the modeler can get more details in their models with less effort. Thus our highly detailed miniatures are favored by train enthusiasts and dollhouse collectors alike who want to bring their miniature worlds to life. We will continue to invent ways to produce the most intricate designs for collectors. Each Gold Rush Bay product is proudly made in the United States.