Dollhouse Scale – Terms – Measurements
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I made a chart with some of the terms used in dollhouse collecting. I couldn't remember them all without a handy reference. It's not completely finished but it has the information I have come across so far. Hope it helps someone else that's getting started in the hobby.
| Scale | Common Term | Measures | Brands/Notes |
| 1:6 | Playscale | 1" = 2 feet | For fashion dolls |
| 1:10 | German dollhouses in mid 20th century | ||
| 1:12 | 1" scale / Miniature | 1" = 1 foot | Most common collector size |
| 1:16 | 3/4" scale | 3/4" = 1 foot | |
| 1:18 | 2/3 " scale | 2/3" = 1 foot | Lundby |
| Renwal | |||
| Plasco | |||
| Marx | |||
| Petite Princess | |||
| T. Cohn | |||
| Caroline's Home | |||
| Barton | |||
| Dol-Toi | |||
| Triang | |||
| 1:24 | 1/2" scale | 1/2" = 1 foot | Marx in 1950s |
| Larger Dept 56 Village | |||
| 1:48 | 1/4" scale | 1/4" = 1 foot | Smaller Dept 56 Village - actually 1:43 |
| O Scale Trains | |||
| 1:144 | dollhouse for a dollhouse scale |
Summary
Article Name
Dollhouse Scale - Terms - Measurements
Description
My chart and notes with terms for the different sizes and brands of dollhouses, both current and vintage. My handy reference.
Author
Wanda Fitzgerald
Category: Dollhouse Glossary
About the Author (Author Profile)
Retired Florida CPA who loves playing with and collecting dollhouses and dolls.Subscribe
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