Department 56 Christmas In The City – "Soho Shops" (#4030347) – EUC CIB Rare 🎄🏢

Capture the historic, metropolitan charm of a classic city neighborhood with the rare, retired "Soho Shops" building from Department 56’s Christmas in the City series. This highly detailed multi-story brick brownstone features distinct storefronts—including "McSorlsey's" and the "Chart House"—complete with intricate architectural trim, multi-tiered fire escapes, and festive holiday garlands.

This sought-after piece is in Excellent Used Condition (EUC) and comes Complete In Box (CIB) with all its original hard-to-find components.

✨ Details & Specifications:

• Brand: Department 56

• Series: Christmas In The City Series

• Model Number: 4030347

• Classification: Rare / Retired

Key Condition & Feature Notes:

• Excellent Ceramic Condition: The hand-painted ceramic building is structurally pristine, showing gorgeous color and detail with absolutely no chips, cracks, or structural repairs. Minor dust. See photos.

• Bottom Sticker Note: Please note that the original manufacturing paper sticker on the bottom of the building has detached over time, but the stamped collection information remains perfectly legible.

• 100% Complete Accessories: This set uniquely includes both of its original, easily-lost detachable pieces—the Soho Gallery hanging sign and the black fire escape ladder. Both accessories are safely preserved inside their individual protective mini zip baggies.

• Lighting Assembly: Comes complete with an original light cord. It has been tested and functions perfectly, beautifully illuminating the detailed shop windows and upper levels with a warm holiday glow.

• Box & Styrofoam Wear: The original illustrated outer box sleeve and custom styrofoam insert are included to keep the building safe. Both pieces of packaging show typical cosmetic wear from storage and handling.

• Storage Odor: The packaging carries a basement/garage odor from long-term storage.

An absolute must-have anchor piece to bring realism, history, and character to your downtown holiday village display!

📦 Ships promptly and with professional care, using extra padding and secure packaging to ensure a safe delivery.