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Vintage Grand Tour Style Architectural Model Spiral Staircase

   A large architects model consisting of two spirals and 32 steps. The spiral staircase with columnar balusters, shaped skirt brackets, set on a circular base with bullnose edge. 43" height x 18.0" diameter (107cm x 46cm). Miniature staircase models originated in a French guild system known as " compagnonnage " especially during the 17th to 19th centuries. The staircases were the culminating project of an apprenticeship to be accepted into the guild as a master craftsman, demonstrating the applicant's virtuosity in woodworking and design. Miniature staircases were produced by architects ...