Since the original query asked about Chenhall's Nomenclature, I would still direct them to the introductory section of that text, specifically "Using Nomenclature." 
The addition of modifiers to object terms is outlined there.  That might be useful if you feel your dollhouse furniture is something other than a toy.  Or, again, simply assign the appropriate term from the appropriate classification and note that it is a miniature elsewhere.
 
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Be careful about the use of "toy," as a "miniature" is quite distinct from a toy.  One rule is, if it was designed for child's play, then it was a toy.  If it is a scaled version of a domestic item, it is a miniature.  We classify all our miniatures as the item they represent, so a Windsor chair is Furnishings, Seating Furniture, Chairs, Windsor Chair (according to Art & Architecture Thesaurus).  The distinction you make may just be in the naming of the object as "Miniature Windsor Chair."  
But make sure you only use the term "toy" to reference a child's plaything.

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What is the best way to classify doll furniture?

Using a miniature rocking chair as an example, I see a few options with
the Chenall's system.  Use Chair, Rocking but specify in description its
size/use.  Or  create Chair, Toy or Chair, Miniature.

Any advice would be most appreciated.

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Joshua K. Blay
Museum Curator
Historical Society of Berks County

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