Vintage 1995 Elfin Forge & Assembly Shop: Dept 56 North Pole Village Lighted House

1995 Dept 56 North Pole Series "Elfin Forge and Assembly Shop Lighted House. Ceramic. Measures about 9" in height by 8" wide. Very good condition. Comes with a light cord. Does not come with box.

Add the hustle and bustle of Santa's workshop to your holiday display with this intricate Department 56 Lighted Building from the North Pole Series. Titled the Elfin Forge and Assembly Shop, this piece was introduced in 1995 and depicts the busy factory where elves craft holiday treasures. The building features a charming mix of architectural styles, including a tall tower with green siding and a brown turret roof, connected to a manufacturing wing by a small bridge and staircase.

Distinctive details include the dual black smokestacks on the left adorned with a large gold letter "S" and the signage indicating this is the Forge and Assembly Shop. The piece is crafted from ceramic and hand-painted with festive colors and snowy accents on the rooflines.

This piece is perfect for expanding an existing North Pole village or starting a new family tradition. It makes a wonderful gift for Department 56 collectors, fans of Christmas manufacturing whimsy, or anyone who loves detailed holiday miniatures. It can be displayed on a mantel, as part of a table centerpiece, or nestled under the tree to create a magical winter scene.

This item is vintage, over 30 years old. While it appears to be in very good condition there may be minor imperfections that I missed.