Department 56 Christmas in the City “The Golden Ox Market” Retired #805533???? Bring the vibrant culture of a classic metropolitan Chinatown district to your holiday layout with this rare, retired Department 56 “Christmas in the City” porcelain building! Titled “The Golden Ox Market, ” this stunning multi-level storefront features intricate Asian-inspired architectural details, including a multi-tiered pagoda-style roofline, a hanging red festival lantern, traditional gold columns, and bilingual signage for an herbal medicine shop, a fresh produce stand, and a butcher block market. Originally released in 2008, this beautiful cultural centerpiece is now retired and highly sought after by collectors! Brand: Department 56 (Enesco). Series: Christmas in the City. Title: The Golden Ox Market. Item Number: #805533. Material: Hand-painted porcelain. Power Source: Includes a brand-new white lighting cord with an ON/OFF rotary switch and bulb (fully tested and working perfectly). Includes: Original outer box sleeve, form-fitting protective styrofoam insert, clear plastic storage wrap, and the brand-new power cord assembly. Incredible Multi-Shop Depth: The lower level showcases a detailed butcher shop window with hanging poultry displays and a crate of fresh produce out front, while the upper levels feature a wrought-iron style balcony trim and a designated “Herbal Medicine” storefront. Condition Notes (Please Read Before Purchasing). Building Condition: Excellent, very good condition. The porcelain structure is complete and has been thoroughly checked, no cracks, chips, breaks, or paint wear. Component Condition: The included interior lighting cord is brand new, completely unused, and has been tested to ensure it lights up the windows beautifully. Packaging Condition: The original outer cardboard box sleeve is included and shows minor storage/shelf wear along the corners and edges from long-term storage. Tear on too minor dirt on box. A wonderful, highly detailed addition to diversify your downtown city blocks or build out a dedicated cultural marketplace in your holiday village!
