Antique DOLL Collector February 2014 Vol. 17, No. 1
The Complete Guide to Antique, Vintage and Collectible Dolls
February 2014 Volume 17, Number 1
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THE SANDRA SUE DOLLHOUSE
By Margaret Gray Kincaid A team of volunteers led by Margaret Kincaid renovates a very grand dollhouse.
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FRASHER’S: FEBRUARY 23 IN KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI
AND THEN THERE WERE THREE. . . A LITTLEKNOWN SIMON & HALBIG FASHION DOLL By Jan Peterson
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THE FOUR SEASONS OF SANDRA SUE – A 2013 UFDC SPECIAL EXHIBIT
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THE ENCHANTING TROUSSEAU OF CHIFFONNETTE: A SPECIAL 2013 UFDC EXHIBIT
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By Constance King A landscape of mystery and magic charms the viewer in this early 17th century cabinet.
NIGHT, NIGHT! SLEEP TIGHT! A STUDY OF ACCORDION DOLL BEDS & CRADLES By Donilee Popham
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HANDKERCHIEFS AND DOLLS By Jane Foster
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A CHILD’S GARDEN OF DREAMS
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DECEMBER GAITHERSBURG SHOW
On February 23, Frasher’s Doll Auctions will conduct an important sale featuring Kewpie characters from the estate of Janet O’Neill Sullivan, a great, great niece of the artist. Rare German characters including the cover doll, a rare portrait by Fritz Bierschenk, plus French bebes and poupées and dolls by Schoenhut will be offered.
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SWEETBRIAR’S DECEMBER AUCTION
1. 17” Tailored Arranbee ‘Nancy Lee’ – extra pretty debutante w/ great color, sensational factory styling – a 50’s dream girl! $295. 2. 14” Patsy Pend. w/Trunk and Wardrobe – what selection in a great J.C. Penny wardrobe trunk filled to the brim with numerous coats, hats and other factory outfits. $425. 3. Adorable 14” Maggie – the big eye Alexander favorite A/O in classic fashionable striped ensemble from coat/hat to side snap 2 tone shoes! $395. 4. 12” Rare Alexander ‘Captain January’ – A/O with nametag, tin eyes, a seldom seen competing version of the popular Shirley Temple in choice condition! $495. 5. 25” Very Pretty ‘Winnie’ – the tagged Mme Alexander walker all original hat to shoes! $250. 6. The 17” Nancy Lee w/hoop skirt and parasol! See # 1. $295. 7. 17” Classic 1950’s Skater A/O in her decorated hooded ensemble w/skirt, mittens and signed Sonja Henie Skates! $295. 8. McGuffey Anna – factory original and sweet as pie, clo/mo, with label, this classic 14” Alexander is at the top of her game! $295. 9. 16” Shirley Temple Baby – a really pretty one too! Great original wig, clothes, booties, and condition in cute 16” size. $895.
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10. Rose O’Neill Kewpies – from $50! Also celluloids, compos, etc. 9” Mint Kewpie, $395. Kewpie Cup Hanger! $110 11. 15” Effanbee ‘Mary Lee’ – hip length lush curls, early tin sl. eyes, great color and factory clothes, mint! $275. 12. Mint Brown Alexander ‘Cynthia’ – 14” rarity made for one year only with clear eyes, all in spotless never played condition! $750. 13. Factory Fancy ‘Nancy Lee’ – what style and energy on this pristine 14” young miss in her crisp colorful period ensemble! $275 14. 18” Mme Alexander ‘Winnie’ – the iconic Alexander fashion plate in pink and blue with tailored dresscoat and hat. $325 15. 14” Patsy Type Kewty – we love this angelic little pet with tin sleep eyes, rosy cheeks and frilly period clothes – a kitten! $250. 16-17. Rare Mary Hoyer Boy – w/caracal wig, Mary Hoyer knit cowboy suit w/hat, holster, gun and boots. Rare! $425. 18. 27” All Original ‘Shirley’ – from wig to shoes with pin, facial restoration, 2 extra dresses also! $395.
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And Then There Were Four… By Jan Peterson
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h, my goodness! I LOVE her face!” I stared at my computer screen at the photo of a lovely little fashion doll who didn’t look French to me, but who was very intriguing all the same. An elderly gentleman in France was thinning out the possessions of his old family home before moving into a smaller place that would be much easier to care for. No one else was even interested in the old doll lying on a table among the other items the old fellow had for sale. None of his children or grandchildren wanted the doll, so he had added her to the possessions he had decided to sell. My French “grandson of the heart,” Stéphane, was willing to serve as the go-between which would allow me to purchase the doll. Although not related by blood, we both love searching for treasures, and Stéphane has become as dear to my husband and me as family. He knows how passionate I am about collecting antique dolls and has sent me loads of pictures of what he finds in estate sales, rummage sales, and the auctions in France he loves to haunt. The moment I saw THIS doll, my heart started to pound, and I knew she must be mine. I offered what I could afford, the French gentleman was delighted with my offer, Stéphane secured her for me, and soon she was on her way from France to Minnesota. When I unpacked the doll a couple weeks later, I was delighted to see her obviously original wig was in near perfect condition. Her homemade black silk dress was melting beyond saving, but her underwear was in great condition, and only her shoes and stockings were missing. Her body was very clean, and I was so pleased to see she did, indeed, have bisque lower arms and hands. It 22
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A Little-Known Simon & Halbig Fashion Doll Photos Elwyn Peterson Made for the French market, Marie Alice is marked S & H 1385 1. Measuring 13-1/2 inches tall, she has a swivel, solid bisque head with pierced ears, blue glass fixed eyes and original wig. The stiff muslin body is stuffed with sawdust. Her lower bisque arms and hands are beautifully formed.
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