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Does anyone know the value of a h.housdorfer carved cork diorama with a water wheel in it?

This is an antique picture carved from cork and has a painted scene with a water wheel and mill and also a bridge on it. I would like to know if anyone knows the time frame it was made in and the value. It has a signature of h.housdorfer on it. Thanks

Not much info about his work on line at this point in time.
I found this on the site below;
H. Housdorfer diorama with carved cork (?) castle scene and painted sea shore background: lots of work and effort here; has a late Victorian look about it. (Insides pretty good, frame with minor losses.)
O.A.S. 16 1/2 T x 22 1/4 W x 4" Deep

http://www.tomharrisauctions.com/Auctions/June%2021st%2006%20Furniture/artwork_pg_2.htm

On this next site H. Housdorfer Diorama of Castle and Sea NR. Closed at Auction on E-bay for: US $120.00

http://cgi.liveauctions.ebay.com/59-H-Housdorfer-Diorama-of-Castle-and-Sea-NR_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQcategoryZ28247QQitemZ6635685439

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OR:
Take your object to an appraiser, they can usually determine the age/period of the piece and the year it was made.
OR:
Frank Farmer Loomis is now online with a blog exploring the antiques universe, with tips, appraisals and more. Go to
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HOW TO LOCATE A REPUTABLE APPRAISER:
Gather referrals from friends and appraising associations.
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AMERICAN SOCIETY OF APPRAISERS
P.O. Box 17265
Washington, DC 20041
(800) 272-8258
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Phone: (212) 889-5404
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OR:
Refer to the Yellow Pages in the Telephone Book under "Appraisers" of "Antique Dealers."
WHAT TO DO WHEN YOU LOCATE AN APPRAISER:
Review their credentials
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Request references
Determine appraisal fees
Request a written contract which outlines the following items:
The scope of work
The delivery date of the appraisal
The appraisal fee
The objective nature of appraisal findings
A statement that the appraiser cannot act as an advocate or negotiator in disputes over appraised goods.

If you have the time, you could also go to your local library and select a few different books. There are several available and you'll be able to compare information and prices.
Go to the book store in the antiques section. I often find books that help in identifying the piece, style and maker.
Hope this helped.
Cheers!

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