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16” Late 30’s All original Lenci Girl in black & red with Carson’s Toyland pin, blue eyes $295.
16.5” All original French Venus Baby w/ brown painted eyes, fabulous facial painting, beautiful pink organdy dress w/ ruffles, marked Venus leather shoes $795.
20” All original French “La Nicette” 1930’s Girl with brown painted eyes, mohair wig, floral organdy dress, leather shoes, tag (torn) $625.
8” Maggie Made Iacono Lizzie Lt 100 IDEX 2008 MIB $295
18” All original Norah Wellings Dutch Pair, dressed in fabulous blue, green & pink felt patchwork clothing, great hand painted blue eyes $850.
17” Effanbee Minty Charlie McCarthy in his Directors Outfit w/ beret & monocle, mouth string does not work, mint compo $425.
18” Regina Sandreuter bluegreen eyed, red headed boy on tricycle w/ mohair bear, hand painted facial features & mohair wig, all wood jointed body w/ jointed waist & knees, Lt 20 $2050.
16.5” Felt doll by Debbie Richards of The Finishing Touch, beautiful hand painted girl 8/25 $295. 20” Alex Cissy in 1956 #2012 red puffed sleeve taffeta dress, small repair on dress, repro shoes, eyebrows repainted $585. 11” Alex All Original Lissy Bridesmaid 1956 in blue tulle, beautiful facial coloring, I shoe $185.
14.5” Norah Wellings Play Doll all original, hard to find size, one small tear on pants, brown painted eyes, mohair wig $495. 18” Chino 1/1 2007 by Ellen Borsgrave design w/ double jointed head, fabulous coloring & personality $175. 21” Anili Lenci Pair All original in matching organdy dresses w/ felt embellishments, wonderfully painted faces Brunette, brown eyed, has a black mark on hat $250. Blond w/ blue eyes $295. 16” “Father Christmas OOAK by Donna Hagar of Hagarbears 2016, fabulous face $175.
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20” Alexander Pollyanna All original w/ Kelly Face, red taffeta dress, boots as is $195.
20” Ideal Shirley Temple w/ original mohair wig, shoes, socks & undergarment, vintage Shirley ? dress, beautiful compo $295. 14.5” Effanbee Patricia Anne of Green Gables, beautiful red mohair wig & compo, clear eyes $175.
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19” All original Kestner 215 w/ fur eyebrows, C1/2 JDK 71/2, 215, blue eyes, HH & beautiful coloring $295. 6” Alaskan Eskimo of bone and furs 1930-40’s, signed on foot GSDE? $175.
14” Lenci Lucie 41 blonde brown eyed girl all original in tagged striped dress w/ flowers on pockets $345. 11” All original tagged Ronneng Pettersen Eskimo $150. 7” All original Effanbee Baby Tinyette w/ NRA tagged dress, amazing condition $145.
16.5” Walkure Kley & Hahn 282 on taller teen body in original lavender dress, corset and undergarments, leather shoes, 2 fingers as is on right hand, HH wig $495.
8” Alexander All Original set of wigged Dionne Quint Toddlers, tagged dress and pins $695. Mid Century French Metal Pram Buggy carriage by RED, 9.5 x 11x 4”, inside 8x4” $385.
13” Set of 3 Minerva – Buschow & Beck mark German dolls w/celluloid head & hands, cloth bodies, in beautifully detailed dresses representing Art Muchen, Oberbayern & SchaumburgLippe, purchased at E.W. Matthews – Berlin ( high end dept store) $295. Set of 3
15.5” All original Norah Wellings girl in floral dress, brown eyes $295. 15.5” Alpaca ‘Amor’ 1 / 2 by Ellen Borsgrave design with double jointed head $175.
19” Effanbee Tousle Head Betty Bounce with Lovums head on Patsy Ann body, Caracul wig $395. 19” Alexander all original Little Colonel in floral taffeta dress with black velvet cape, HH wig, early bold blue Alex tag, compo crazing few cracks by eyes, HH wig $250.
17” Mme Alexander Elise in Blue Ball Gown 1964 w/ 18 tiers of gathered lace, green spot on back of dress, only 1 shoe $245. 16.5” All Original Mme Alexander Elise #1710 1962 Ballerina in pink w/ Marybel face $185.
15” Alexander Flora McFlimsy all original, HH wig $185. 18” Shirley Temple in Rare Sailboat Dress (sailboat missing), slight crazing, replaced pin $160.
24” ABG 1352/ 55 w/ brown flirty eyed baby, w/ original mohair wig, antique gown $355.
17.5” All original Minty Ideal Miss Revlon on Cherries A La Mode dress $185. 18” Miss Revlon 1958 Montgomery Wards Christmas Catalog Platinum side ponytail Revlon doll w/original chemise & 2 dresses (white dress red has bled on it) $195.
15” Minty Alexander All Original Sonja Henie in blue taffeta & marabou trim, HH wig mint, hang tag, clear eyes $295.
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1) 22” Tete Jumeau with Legendary ‘Maison Simonne’ Label - Luxury Closed Mouth bebe, blue PWs, Factory Pate,Wig,Coil & Shoes. Such an elegant bebe from the historic boutique. An important beauty! $3800
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2) 17.5” Delicate Gaultier Bebe with Heart Shaped Lips - big blue PWs, om, Original Mint Body, waist length HH Wig & vintage drop waist French Ensemble! $1495 3) 19” Pristine Closed Mouth Kestner - Mint Factory Wig, Pate, bisque & jtd. body! Delightful Original Clothes & Shoes. Just $1495
4) Stunning 17” Brown Simon Halbig ‘1358’ - the prettiest so far and cabinet size too! Top quality w/Factory Wig and her fine Original Clothes. A must! $4500 5) 23” Danel & Cie ‘Paris Bebe’ Mariner - Original Period Nautical Dress, Shoes, Wig & even the neck plug. Eiffle Tower body. Huge blue PWs, glistening bisque & features! $3900
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6) Scarce 17” Incised ‘Depose Jumeau’ - made only 3-years, ivory bisque, shaded lids, bl. PWs, pate & coil. Mint heirloom bebe Wig to Shoes $4500 7) Demure 16” Poupée Jumeau - Blue PWs, Factory Mint wig,vintage Walking Suit w Boots, Corset, Purse, Hanky, Lorgnette & Gloves! $1895
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8) Sumptuous 16” E.J. Bebe - shaded lids, dreamy eyes, Orig Sgnd. Stiff Wrists Body & Coil plus Mint Factory Wig/Pate, invis. hidden flaw and elegant French Silk Dress. $4250
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9) 20” ‘Mein Liebling’ K*R 117n - cunning blue eyed beauty,auburn hair, rosy blush, KR body. Plus her saucey Period Clothes. All Mint! $795
11) Fairytale English Cottage - by Tudor Toy Works; colorful details & 3-big rooms, fully furnished with scarce kitchen (dolls nfs), 17” tall. $295
10) Adorable 12” Lenci Character - oodles of tiny curls & be-flowered bonnet! $375. Rare 13” Australian Lenci type Hubsy w/ Hang Tag & original clothes.Really unusual! $395
12) Large Factory Dressed 11.5” AM ‘254’ Googly w/ Teddy- striking quality big boy w/cunning smile in his colorful Orig Clothes & Hat! $695; Heubach ‘262’ Googly - 7.5” chubby Toddler w/intaglio eyes, carved teeth & dimples! Plus Factory Romper! $395
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13) Mint 20” Kathe Kruse ’Doll VIII’ - Factory Original Lad from his Hat to Shoes, lovely complexion & Mint Wig! $1595 14) All Original Heubach Glass Eye Pouty- stunning 17” size ‘6970’, sexy blue eyes, Clo/Mo, fine color, Orig. Sgnd. Dressel Body in her fabulous Original Clothes. A winner! $2495 16) Extra Large 18” Grodnertal w/Red Corset - plus she has carved hanging side curls, mint paint, pretty face & Orig. Dress. $750; Pretty 18” Brown Eye China c.1870 All Orig. Body & Clothes. All Mint! $295 18) Cabinet Size ‘Wimpern’ Halbig - 11” French Export gem, Factory Wig & Clothes, Fr.body, so precious features original mint eyelashes! $595
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19) All Original Daisy Size 18” Kestner 171 - mint Factory Wig & plaster pate & pom-pom Leather Shoes, w/Fancy Clothes plus Mint signed ‘Daisy’ size body. $850 20) Miniature 11” Heubach Pouty ‘8420’ - a Fully Jointed Toddler in his Original Period Clothes & Wig, a dumpling! $850
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21) Unique Early 17” Chase Boy - classic orig Edwardian Nautical suit & his Teddy Bear. Different face w/applied ears! Charming $395 22) 16” Schoenhut Character with Orig Wig/Dress - unders include ‘all-in-one’ w/her picnic basket & flag. So iconic! $575 23) 19” American Folk “Ladle Head” - (inquire). All Original classic homemade fabric doll in rare excellent & clean condition. A find $750
25) Rare Spacious Bliss Center Gabled Manse - ca.1915; 4-large connecting rooms, wide porch, balcony, Furnished Music Room w. ‘Bliss’ Piano & Stool, plus grand 9x7x6” parlor w/Mantle, Carpet & Chandelier! (dolls nsf). All near perfect papers & color (21x20x11” deep). $2250
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13.5” Mlle. Marthe St. Germain - On rare occasions, we come by a true heiress... a doll that has passed through the portals of time with her good fortune intact. This beautiful example, made in the late 1850s-early1860s by Madame Vuillaume Rohmer, hails from the St. Germain family according to the collectors we acquired her from. Her sturdy original trunk is engraved “Marthe” and houses her fine original trousseau of dresses, chemise, corset, chapeaux and accessories. She also has her original bateau bed, night commode table, and chest of drawers made of flame mahoghany. Each piece is finely crafted with a beautiful patina to the finish; perfectly scaled for our petite Princess. The quality of this original collection cannot be overstated. Each dress and ensemble is exquisitely made and in superior condition. It is accompanied by a paper of patterns dated 1866 from Journal Des Jeunes Personnes-Rue St Dominique-St Germain. Please inquire for details and additional pictures and information. $23,500
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Quintessential Bru Jeune 5 Bébé - When a beauty arrives, we must pause to take it in. Brilliant. Dazzling. Delightful. Just a few of the adjectives that still leave room for more. This petite Bru Jeune 5 from the Leon Casimir Bru early days is one of the most charming and precious we’ve seen. Perfect creamy bisque that’s delicately painted, spectacular sky-blue spiral threaded eyes, gentle tinting of softly modeled features with soft pinks and peach tones. Articulated wood and bisque arms in excellent condition on pristine early kid body. Our Princess is wearing a blue cotton velvet and cotton flowered ensemble that echoes her brilliant blue eyes. Marked Bru shoes and a gorgeous blonde mohair wig complete her toilette. Don’t let this Beautiful Bébé escape! $32,500
20” Portrait Jumeau Bébé Beauty - This transitional Bébé has a haunting beauty. Her imploring blue spiral threaded eyes, perfect bisque, gorgeous mohair wig, and fantastic original era costume complete with early ivory Jumeau marked shoes, makes this a fabulous find! Excellent and enchanting! $7950 18” F7G Brown-Eyed Beauty - What a showstopper! Huge brown spiral threaded eyes, fantastique expression, a beautiful costume of antique cream silk, antique lace bonnet, and antique leather shoes. This gorgeous Bébé is pristine and resides on a beautiful 8-ball jointed body with straight wrists. Excellent cabinet size and certain to thrill your heart and add magic to your dreams. $6950
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Cuddly Companions - Crib Dolls
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he trends in child-rearing of the mid to late 19th century which led to the evolution of what we today think of as childhood not only changed attitudes toward the role of children and how they should be taught but also brought to the fore concerns about safety and health. The reformers of the era promoted the need for dolls that would not only provide appropriate play value but also protect the physical wellbeing of the child. One of the ways the world of doll manufacturing responded to these trends was with products that would be cuddly, colorful, and safe for even the youngest of children in the form of delightful crib dolls. Soft, huggable dollies were offered by numerous makers in 12
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The 1889 Montgomery Wards catalog shows worsted dolls in a number of styles. Wittzach’s dolls employed chenille embroidery to make them both eye-catching and soft (photo courtesy of Garth’s Auction, Inc. Columbus, Ohio). The wholesale firm of Butler Brothers distributed these dolls throughout the USA as seen in their 1914 catalog.
the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Today these dolls are a fun avenue to explore in doll collecting and also make excellent props for our other types of dolls. Emil Wittzack and his partner Heinrich Reichenbacher of Gotha, Thuringia, Germany offered many types of dolls and other woolen toys, but of continued on page 16
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Nelke’s stockinette crib dolls were advertised with an emphasis on safety as seen in a 1930 advertisement for them. This Nelke Policeman retains his original cardstock hangtag.
special interest in the realm of crib dolls are the “Worsted” dolls offered by the company under Wittzach’s direction from 1878 well into the 1920s. The company exhibited their products at the World’s Columbian Exposition in 1893 and their worsted dolls were handled in the USA by the wholesale firm of Butler Brothers and were sold by retailers such as Montgomery Wards and Sears. These simple dolls were made in sizes ranging from 9” to 14” in height. Their cotton fabric bodies are colorfully embroidered with wool chenille. Black bead eyes and excelsior stuffing completed the dolls. Harry Nelke used scraps of fabric from his stockinette underwear factory, the Elk Knitting Mills Co., to make some dolls for a local charity in 1917. From this small beginning, a line of crib dolls was developed and sold under the business name Nelke Corp. The company focused on the safe nature of their dolls stating that the paint used was “ bright, non-poisonous, waterproof, permanent, and could not be easily sucked off.” Sears stated in their ads that the dolls contained “no pins” which would also be a safety factor for younger children. 16
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The Tebbetts sisters’ Sweet Petiekins dolls were simple in design and charming in detail. Their distinctive flat loop arms and legs can be seen in their patent illustrations and on the dolls. The patent shown here is from 1924.
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The dolls were constructed of stockinette fabrics with painted features and were stuffed with kapok. Early dolls were made of orange and black fabrics, later dolls were in a variety of softer tones and included details such as sewn-in hat brims, neckties, belts, and skirts. Nelke Corp made dolls up until 1930. In the early 1920s four enterprising sisters from Pittsburg, Pennsylvania began a cottage industry making dolls. The Tebbetts Sisters, Mary, Elizabeth, Marian, and Ruth received the first of several design patents for doll construction in 1923. Over the next two decades, the sisters would design, make and sell a number of crib dolls in addition to their life-sized “Baby Sister” dolls before turning their attentions to the world of needlepoint. The Tebbetts’ crib dolls have bodies of crepe or flannel and are cotton stuffed. An interesting feature of the dolls is their needlesculpted cloth mask faces with printed features. The style of crib dolls made by Nelke would inspire similar products from other companies. Mary Waterman Phillips was a commercial artist who began making soft dolls during the WWI period. She used her initials to form the company name “Mawaphil” for her products. After her marriage in 1921 to William Rushton, the business name became Rushton Co. Similar to the dolls of Nelke her dolls were made of stockinette heads with painted features.
Mawaphil’s crib dolls had stockinette faces and bodies made of a variety of fabrics Although similar to the dolls produced by Nelke the style of the facial features is really quite different when studied in comparison.
Home-made stockinette crib dolls have long been a favorite and are available from many different eras and in many different designs. Multiple small companies offered the public completed dolls in this style as seen in this 1930 advertisement. ANTIQUE DOLL COLLECTOR
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Big toy companies weren’t the only ones making crib dolls, in fact, this type of doll was a popular homemade doll of the 19th and 20th centuries with instructions appearing in various women’s magazines and in kit form from the 1920s on through to the present. These homemade crib dolls can be made of stockinette fabric or from stockinette socks. Following along the line of this style of doll leads us to the crib doll version of Rose O’Neill’s creation, the Kewpie. In 1930, O’Neill received a US patent for a cloth version of her popular Kewpie doll. These cloth mask-faced dolls had the typical Kewpie style body with a fat little tummy, a peek at the top of the head, and wings on the shoulders. These “Kuddle Kewpies” were manufactured and distributed by the Richard Krueger Company of New York City. Krueger had been handling various lines of cloth dolls since 1907. The Kewpies were made in sizes ranging from 8” up to about 22”. Later versions of the Kuddle Kewpies were made with vinyl mask-faces on plush bodies by Knickerbocker Doll & Toy Company in the 1950s and 1960s which illustrates the longevity of this style of doll. Cuddly companions suitable for the youngest of doll lovers continue to be produced and in time will join the ranks of their forerunners in the ongoing story of doll making. Today, those of us that love antique dolls can enjoy a wide range of examples of this genre.
Rose O’Neill received the US patent # 1785800 for her cloth Kewpie on December 23, 1930. Richard Krueger made the dolls with cloth mask faces and bodies of stockinette, sateen, or plush fabrics (photo courtesy of Frasher’s Doll Auction).
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Anne Demuth
Buying & Selling Fine Antique Dolls 1025 Bowman Rd., Westfield, NC 27053
Find my latest treasures in a charming setting. Make an appointment to visit my private doll shop. Socially distanced and by appointment only. Please call or text me to make an appointment: 336.755.1400
You’ll be greeted by a fresh collection of brand new items, some pictured below!! Plus, my shop is always chock full of doll goodies galore and the option to buy, sell or trade! Choose from my large and well-priced collection of antique and vintage doll dresses, slips, chemise, pantaloons, shoes, wigs, ribbons, fabrics, furniture and accessories. Bring your dolls to dress, trade and repair. Have fun!! If you are thinking of selling your doll treasures, I buy everything from one doll or doll accessory, to an entire collection. I pay excellent prices for dolls, shoes, clothes, wigs, miniatures, doll jewelry, doll houses, furniture and accessories.
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Find all of these and more in my eBay store: Anniepoojewels Email: dollsbearscookies@yahoo.com Also find us on Facebook: Anne Demuth Upcoming Estate Sale! Selling the Lifetime Collection of a Prominent Doll Dealer. Sale Date to be Announced.
Fresh Collection Just In! All NEW INVENTORY OF DOLLS AND ACCESSORIES For prices and descriptions visit my eBay store at anniepoojewels or call: 336.755.1400
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Letters A Historic Year for the Doll Community Losses and New Beginnings 2022 is proving to be an historic year for the doll community. We have lost two icons of the doll world with a common passion, Carol Corson, and Keith Kaonis. They were both avid Schoenhut collectors with a hunger to share their knowledge of these iconic American toys. Carol Anne Corson, beloved educator, and author, died March 29th, 2022. Carol was born in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania in 1939, and raised in Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania. She channeled her love of books and theater into a long and productive career as an elementary school teacher; teaching at Plymouth Meeting Friends School and Germantown Friends School for over 40 years. Cherished by students, parents, and faculty, Carol was known for her ability to connect with students. She built on their strengths, identified and cultivated their interests and adapted her teaching methods to suit each individual child. An avid antique doll collector, Carol spent years building an exceptionally fine collection. She was an expert on antique toys and in particular dolls designed and created by Albert Schoenhut and the A. Schoenhut Company. The company produced dolls and childrens’ toys in the late 19th and early 20th century. As a recognized Schoenhut expert, Carol traveled and lectured extensively on the topic worldwide, especially as she was developing material for her book, Schoenhut Dolls, a Collector’s Encyclopedia. Over the years, many of her authoritative articles on Schoenhuts have been published in Antique Doll Collector. Keith Kaonis another lion in our doll collecting community, died on June 20th, 2022. He and his wife Donna, created Antique Doll Collector, the first monthly magazine focused specifically on antique dolls. Antique Doll Collector became and continues to be a unique educational doll magazine coming to subscribers around the world and appearing on newsstands. Founders, Donna and Keith were for many years, Editor and Advertising Director of Antique Doll Collector. Both were exceptionally knowledgeable and discerning collectors themselves. Keith’s longtime passion was Schoenhut toys and over the years he fashioned a world class collection. Keith was always willing to share his knowledge with other interested collectors and authored numerous articles. Both icons of the doll world had a huge influence on many doll people including me. I first met Carol Corson at the National Doll Festival in 2010 where I had a display of Hedwig Dolls. Seeing the dolls, Carol began to share her knowledge. She explained that her mother and Marguerite de Angeli, author of the books that inspired the Hedwig dolls, had been friends. Carol told me of her memories of visiting Marguerite at the nursing home in her later years. She encouraged me to author an article about those dolls. Prior to meeting Carol, I was introduced to Donna and Keith Kaonis by a mutual friend and doll expert Sherry McMasters. They all encouraged me to write an article about composition dolls. The perfect storm was created, and with the encouragement of Carol Corson, Sherry McMasters, and Keith and Donna Kaonis, I began to write my first article for Antique Doll Collector magazine. I am grateful to all of them for inspiring me to do one of the most fulfilling things in my life. It is said that when one door closes another will open. Carol and Keith continue to contribute to the doll and toy community as their extraordinary collections come to auction providing an opportunity to see, and perhaps own, some of the most amazing Schoenhut toys on the market today. A portion of the Keith Kaonis Schoenhut collection is being offered by Theriault’s in their August 1st, 2022 auction, “Open the Gates, and Swing Wide the Portals.” Carol Corson’s full collection will be offered by Withington’s in October later this year. Dear Carol and Keith, thank you for sharing your knowledge, your contributions, and your inspiration to us all. With Gratitude, Gail Lemmon Please be sure to read the Antique Doll Collector remembrance of Keith Kaonis on page 12 and the Carol Corson article on pages 38-43. 28
Auction News The Carol Corson Collection, written about in this issue pages 38-43, will be sold by Withington Auction, Inc. One very full day 500 lots of dolls, toys the entire collection October 19: Doll Show and Sale 7th fl oor hotel rooms – 1:00 - 6:00pm Evening Doll Auction Preview – 7:00 – 9:00pm October 20: Doll Auction Preview – 8:00 – 10:00am Doll Auction starts – 10:00am Location: The Double Tree by Hilton 2 Somerset Parkway Nashua, NH For Reservations: Find a link on the Withington website, www. withingtonauction.com Information: 603-478-3232
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Ladenburger Spielzeugauktion Right: #6104, Baer(le) PB, manufactured 1904-1905, white mohair. Final: 43000€ Left: Petsy bear, made 1928-1930, 74 cm, long-haired mohair plush. Final: 42000€
Ladenburger results from the Steiff auction held on June 25th, 2022, included two bears resulting far over the opening bids for each. For more results from this and the Summer auction held on July 1st and 2nd, see their catalogues and results at their website www. spielzeugauktion.de. Coming up on September 23-24, 2022 is the Autumn auction featured in their ad in this issue on pages 20 and 21. Be sure to check back on the website for the catalogue as Ladenburger Spielzeugauktion it gets closer to the Rare native american auction dates. doll featured in the Autumn auction.
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Relive the luxury of Downton Abbey with this elegant, lively dollhouse and its 21 rooms.
Furnished over the years with rare Biedermeier, Schneegas, and more, the 68 resident antique dolls dine on hand-painted china surrounded by exquisite miniatures and wait staff. They retire to the music room, the gentleman’s drawing room, or the Count’s parlor. Other rooms of note are the maid’s quarters, the coal cellar, the country store. This whimsical and beautiful dollhouse is available with or without the German cabinet. Estate sale from lifelong collector.
Interested parties contact:
Donna Wirth, UFDC member groverhouse62@gmail.com
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Gaithersburg Show Report
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Joyce Kekatos joycedolls@aol.com 917-859-2446 or 718-863-0373 I buy dolls and will sell on consignment. LAYAWAY AVAILABLE • Member UFDC & NADDA www.grandmasatticdolls.com • Look for me on Ruby Lane!
11” Tiny Bru Jne #1, immaculate pale bisque, ALL FACTORY ORIGINAL incl. Bru shoes, Chevrot body. BREATHTAKING! $29,500. SALE!
Manufacturers of Fine Doll Jewelry, Brass Accessories, Miniature Trunks & Hardware 336 Candlewood Lake Road, Brookfield, CT 06804 Phone 203-775-4717 Email: info@catspawonline.com
Visit our website and shop online: www.catspawonline.com
14” RARE Simon & Halbig #1448 Character, deep blue eyes, perfect bisque, ALL FACTORY ORIGINAL. ADORABLE!! $9200.
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Accessorize Your Dolls!
Cats Paw has been in business since 1982 specializing in quality reproductions made from antique originals, and unique old store stock. Our antique reproductions are made by hand using the lost wax technique, and each item is hand finished to achieve an authentic “antique” look. We offer exquisite doll accessories that only look expensive! • Jewelry • Trunks • Items for the Boudoir • Buttons and Clasps • Purse Frames • Presentation Boxes • Bleuette Accessories & More
13” R.D. Bebe, perfect pale bisque, ant. mohair wig, ant. dress, Fr. hat & orig. shoes, GORGEOUS. $4200.
14” Earlist Mark Portrait Jumeau #2/0, mint bisque, ALL FACTORY ORIGINAL from wig to shoes! A KNOCK OUT! $17,500. 13” Kestner #247 Toddler, (Hilda’s sister), perfect bisque, orig. wig, dress & shoes, fully jointed toddler body. DARLING!! Only…$1475.
11” Early French Fashion 3/0, mint condition over all, ALL FACTORY ORIGINAL incl. her leather boots. Her orig. trunk, “swivel neck” & open stitched fingers. BEAUTIFUL! $3400. ANTIQUE DOLL COLLECTOR
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The Ohio National Doll Show Special events October 8th, Doll Show October 9th, 2022
For more information contact Gail Lemmon at (440) 396-5386
We welcome you to our new location at the Cherry Valley Hotel in Newark, Ohio for the doll & bear event of the fall, including: expert lectures, meal events, one of the world’s largest salesrooms & so much more.
Breakfast with Barbie & Bradley Justice
Teddy Bear Picnic Luncheon with John Paul Port
Tea Time with Rhoda Wade
Billye Harris will be providing appraisals for $5 each. Appraisal proceeds will benefit the UFDC
Candlelit Dinner with Alan Scott Pate
Event Registration & More Information at
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HOTEL REGISTRATION: Call (740) 788-1200 & Reference Ohio National 2022 Doll Show For Group Rate
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Wonderful 13” Hilda J.D. Kestner 237 ©1914 Toddler, brown sleep eyes, antique wig & clothing $1595.
Valerie Fogel’s Beautiful Bebes Beautiful Bébés Antique Dolls
www.beautifulbebes.com 425-765-4010 | beautifulbebes@outlook.com www.beautifulbebes@outlook.com
Mary Ann Spinelli
Burbank, CA Tel: 818-562-7839 Cell: 818-738-4591 nellingdolls@gmail.com www.maspinelli.com
Find your favorite dealers at the Ohio National Doll Show!
Sat., Oct. 8th - Sun., Oct. 9th
For event information, visit www.ohionationaldollshow.com
Diane’s Doll Shoppe One Of A Kind Artist Dolls & Bears www.DianesDollShoppe.com ddrake5555@aol.com | Tel: 203-531-3370
Brigid McHugh Jones McHugh’s McHughsDollsToys@aol.com 804-938-6749
Gigi’s Dolls & Sherry’s Teddy Bears
6029 N. Northwest Hwy. | Chicago, IL 60631 www.gigisdolls.com | 773-594-1540
Fritzi’s Antique Dolls
Buying collections and dolls of merit. Fritzi’s cell: 630-247-1144 Rick’s cell: 630-247-1219 fritzisantiquedolls@comcast.net Member NADDA and UFDC
Walking Through the Garden Gate Rhoda Wade rwdolls.com | 618-387-1255
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The Toy Store
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The Dollmaker Leigh Drake
Costume stands, miniatures, costumes, kit finishing Dollmaker.biz | DollCostumeStand.com 859.816.5176 Shopkeeper@Dollmaker.biz Follow us on FB: TheDollmakerCostumes
Sue Brightwell Tel: 724-843-2170 citegal@comcast.net
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Straw Bear Antiques Ron and Robyn Martin
Margaret Kincaid and Samy Odin samy.odin@cherubins.fr margaret.kincaid@gmail.com
Liz’s Doll House Liz Christensen
Bridgeville, Delaware
lizsdollhouse.com 937-768-3126 | contactus@lizsdollhouse.com eBay store ID “lizdolling”
Mike’s Toy Planet Darren & Mike Kister
The Port Collection John Paul Port
Antique, Unique, Vintage & Artist Dolls Antique & Vintage Toys & Ephemera 267 987 0988 darrenk13@hotmail.com FB: MTP1997
(360) 710-6520 PO Box 269, LaHonda, CA 94020 jpport@earthlink.net Member UFDC and NADDA
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C. S. Carver Wooden Recreations Charles & Alicia Carver 407-435-2890
Mary Jo’s Enchanted Doll Closet Mary Jo Koets 616-243-0403 | c 616-822-1280
Tarheel Creations Sylvia Butler Antique & Reproduction Dolls & Accessories Lumberton, NC Sylbutler@hotmail.com | 910-738-2517
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Carol Corson Tribute to a Classic American Doll Collector By Marcia Leizure
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t’s been 25 years since the United States Postal Service issued those Classic American Doll Stamps, but even today, oftentimes while picking up a collection of dolls for auction, we will still find the blocks of unused doll stamps in a trunk or drawer. The stamp issue was significant for several reasons: It was the first time that photographs were used in any stamp series, and the typical four-stamp block was expanded to represent the chosen fifteen American dolls. It had taken nearly ten years to settle on which dolls were to be included in that stamp issue: With the guidance of doll experts and selected collectors around the country, the choices were made from two centuries of American dolls. In Carol Corson’s archives, we discovered the original invitation to the Commemorative Stamps Ceremony, on July 28, 1997. Featured on the cover, is the Schoenhut couple Dancing! The inscription, by the photographer who
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took the photos states, “To my good friend Carol, Best regards, Sally Anderson-Bruce. Thanks for all your help.” This is just one example of how Carol helped so many doll enthusiasts by sharing her knowledge, as well as through articles in Antique Doll Collector, judging dolls at the competitive exhibits, her popular UFDC programs - on Kamkins, Izannah Walkers, or Lancaster Rags, and of course, in her bible “The Schoenhut Dolls, a Collectors’ Encyclopedia.” Of the fifteen stamp dolls, Carol had ten in her collection. The question remains, which of the dolls shown in the “Classic Dolls” belonged to Carol? We have confirmed that she owned the Greiner, the Dewees Cochran, and maybe the Chase…and surely, she must have owned the Schoenhuts? In May of this year, Carol’s nephew called Withington’s and said that their aunt had passed a few weeks ago and they were cleaning out her assisted living apartment. They
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said the aunt had a large doll collection representing 50 years of her life with dolls, as a teacher, a lecturer, and an author. During our conversation about the location, and the type of dolls in the collection, I felt a tug at my heartstrings and realized that this collector was an old friend, Carol Corson. Carol attended almost every Withington Doll Auction, making the long journey to New Hampshire with her fellow Pennsylvania doll friends. She always sat on the far right of the ballroom and thoroughly enjoyed her three days in Dolly Land. A typical two-day auction presented a thousand lots of quality dolls of every genus … she didn’t buy much, but usually would ferret out a couple of special dolls that others may have overlooked. A week later, we hopped in the van and traveled to Pennsylvania. We anticipated a quality collection, but when we saw the dolls firsthand, displayed in her lovely 2-bedroom apartment - we were awestruck! Perhaps at
that moment we understood why she never bought much … because she already had almost everything significant in her collection! Withington has been selling antique dolls at auction since 1959, and over the years we have sold some remarkable collections. There are always some good ones in an old collection if you can wait long enough. During our tenure at Withington’s we have handled some exceptional dolls. From the perspective of quantity, Carol’s collection is one of the largest we have handled, and it has quality throughout! When judging dolls there are four points in the rating system: Scarcity, Rarity, Condition, and Originality … Carol must have paid attention when collecting, none of her dolls would ever be considered “as-is,” in fact, her dolls were always the very best. After a period of failing health, she passed away quietly in March. We had not heard and neither had her closest friends. ANTIQUE DOLL COLLECTOR
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As with so many lifelong collectors of not only dolls but other things, the culling process had already occurred. Selling the big Victorian in Philly, and moving to smaller quarters life would be simpler, she would be closer to family and the Plymouth Meeting Quaker school that had played such a significant role in Carol’s life. She attended the school (class of 1951), was a teacher for 20 years, was on the board of directors, and was an active fundraiser throughout her life. And now, with her passing, she has designated the proceeds from the sale of her doll and toy collection to go to her beloved school. True to her generous ways, she continues to give back to those who made a difference in her long life. Carol was celebrated in the Plymouth Meeting Quaker School newsletter – with praise and appreciation for her contributions over the years. Carol was well-known as a mentor to other kindred spirits. Becoming new members of the Schoenhut Collectors club, we received the current issue of the quarterly club news, more than half of the publication bore testimonials to how Carol had generously shared her knowledge and expertise as a passionate collector of not only Schoenhut Dolls but toys as well. I was told that Carol spent ten years researching and gathering
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information for her “bible” “Schoenhut Dolls, A Collectors’ Encyclopedia” and it continues to be the “go-to” guide for those dolls. finally, Carol published a scholarly book on the doll manufacturing side of the company. There have been several books on the Circus toys, Teddy Roosevelt series, and other wooden toys. Though most of the best dolls were on display throughout the house, including dozens of the finest Schoenhut Characters of the Graziana series, the toys and animals were stowed away in closets - with the limited space, she could not display everything. We are discovering treasures every day! Carol’s teaching skills served her passions well as a presenter of so many popular programs over the years at the UFDC Conventions, the meeting of the Schoenhut
collector’s Club and DCA members fondly remember the gathering of the Izannah Walker Clan (35 in attendance), at the annual meeting of the Doll Collectors of America a few years ago. Carol brought her Izannah “Boy” along with his four sisters from her collection! Though known for her Schoenhuts, her interests included many other types of dolls, especially American Cloth Dolls (remember those Doll Stamps?) She had many Chase (bobbed hair girl and the 9” smallest example), she had Lancaster Rags (finally solving the mystery of who made the dolls), she had over a dozen Kamkins (with babies, and wardrobes), she had Philadelphia baby with a trunk, Dewees Cochran,, Columbian, Greiner Papier Mache, a cabinet full of Grodner Tal wooden of the smallest size. The corner cabinet in the ANTIQUE DOLL COLLECTOR
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living room was full of tiny bisques; Barefoot, jointed, Max & Moritz, Mignonettes of every description. The French Delegation is also well-represented in Carol’s collection… with a few shelves in the glass case with Jumeau Tristes, Portraits, wood-body fashion, Steiners, Schmitt, Characters of every size and name. Carol was exposed to quality and value in a broad range of dolls but she had a special place in her heart for the cloth and wood. In the articles written fifteen years ago about these curious black cloth dolls from Pennsylvania … They would eventually be known as “Lancaster Rags”. Carol, along with Nancy Smith, was able to fit together the bits and pieces of information about these rare dolls. One follow-up article in 42
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American Dolls.” Did I mention that Carol has five in her collection and her pride and joy was a rare Izannah Walker Boy in a pleated red plaid dress! Many years ago, the Corson family homestead, called Journey’s End, was given to the Plymouth Meeting Quaker School for land for more classrooms. In the Corson spirit,
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here is a quiet revolution in progress in the doll room. The warring factions? The French and the English. This is not surprising, given their history. The two countries were often at odds through the centuries. However, in these modern times, we expect our dolls to...get along. Most of the occupants of the doll room are French fashion dolls, with their furniture, accessories, and clothing, in salons decorated with luxurious fabrics and trims. This suits their history and heritage. But now, new faces are showing up, dressed in
many-layered, historically-accurate clothing, and they are made of WOOD! And surprise! They need accessories and furniture, too—and their own room. Enter the English wooden dolls! English wooden dolls are named after the English monarch on the throne at the time of their manufacture. They are grouped into three main categories: William and Mary (1689-1702), Queen Anne (1702-1714), and the Georgian dolls (King George I-III, 1714 to 1820.) An expert can identify the dolls by period. I just know what I like!
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Antique 18th C wooden doll in original costume and wig, courtesy of Theriault’s.
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Antique English wooden with glass eyes, original gown, and fingerless gloves, courtesy of Theriault’s.
These early dolls may not be classically beautiful, like a fine bisque fashion doll, but they have a presence that is undeniable. Hand-carved in linden wood, they have these things in common: fully-articulated wooden body with cloth upper arms, so they can be more easily dressed and undressed; a high forehead with a pert little mouth, small chin, and sharp nose; delicately-arched eyebrows defined with a series of black dots; either painted or inset glass eyes, lined with the same black dots; a gesso complexion with highly-rouged cheeks; human-hair or mohair coif; flat feet; a small waist and a flat back on the torso, and spatula hands, with or without thumbs. Antique English wooden dolls are scarce and are priced beyond the means of the average collector. What to do? Luckily, there are a number of exceptionally talented doll artists today, who create lovely dolls, historically accurate, and at a more affordable price. (A quick internet search or a Facebook inquiry will turn up these gifted artists.) My first English wooden was a fortunate find, thanks to Carmel Doll Shop, and at 23 inches, she has a commanding presence. She was made by Kathy Patterson
of “Babes from the Woods,” who is referenced as “doll artist,” under her dolls’ photos. She is dressed in natural silk and antique jacquard fabrics and laces. Her fitted jacket flairs at her tiny waist, with lace peeking out of the sleeves. There is more lace at the neckline, for modesty. Pannier pads and an antique whitewear petticoat are beneath the skirt. Because pockets were not originally sewn into side seams the way they are today, a separate set of pockets was tied at the waist, under the skirt. These had wide openings and were easily accessed through slits in the skirt’s side seams. Her name, signed on her torso, is Mary. It is important to note that wooden artist dolls are signed and dated, unlike their antique counterparts. This is to validate that they ARE artist dolls. Being so expertly done, they could be easily mistaken for antiques. Mary’s brows and eyes are defined by small, black dots. Her aged complexion and sparse hair show the ravages of time, though she is barely 30! A lace cap and appropriate jewelry complete her look. She has an antique, drop-front desk with carving, cabriole legs, and a few accessories on top. An antique quilt hangs behind her, and a few clothing accessories lay by her slippered feet.
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Because I knew who made Mary, I knew who to contact for my next doll. Anne was ordered. Because the doll was handcarved, dressed in hand-sewn layers of clothing made from antique fabrics and trims, it took time to get her. But oh, was she worth the wait!
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Artist doll, Anne.
Anne-back view. Mary with her things.
Anne, who is 16 inches tall, is dressed in antique floral cotton, with quilted, laced “stays,” a corset-like garment. Her long jacket with a large pleat in the back is historically accurate, as is the rest of her clothing— antique cotton petticoat, silk stockings, and elegant fabric slippers. She carries a straw hat with ribbon, artist-made, and has a set of pockets in a contrasting but complementary fabric. Her face is serene, with an aged complexion. She has an inset, matched pair of glass eyes, made in Germany. Like the antiques, her upper arms are cloth, so she can be easily dressed, while the rest of her limbs are fully articulated, so she can sit, stand, or recline, as you like. (See “Antique Doll Collector,” August 2021, for more on the artist.) English wooden dolls are as much fun to accessorize as the French fashion dolls, though fewer things have survived from their era. Some items, such as corsets, fans, small books, hats, parasols, and chatelaines, are similar to 46
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Anne, ready for display.
Anne’s pockets and stays.
those of my French fashion dolls. The French ladies were coerced into sharing their things with Anne. I learned to make pin balls and sewing rolls, and made a chatelaine for her, fitted with antique sewing tools.
Accessories.
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Anne at home with her things.
She is displayed in a large English “room,” with an antique English oak buffet, an 18th C. chest of drawers, an antique Windsor chair, and a fireplace. A pair of antique Staffordshire Silk stockings and slippers. dogs sit on the mantle. Her “buttocks basket” holds an extra pair of pockets. She has additional clothes: an antique voile dress, and a lace-trimmed, cotton nightgown. If she is lucky, she will have another pair of shoes. I thought I was all set, with my two wooden dolls, but no. Along came Theriault’s 2021 catalog, “One Thing Leads to Another.” There on the front cover, was an exceptionally beautiful, 18th C. English wooden doll, dressed in luscious embroidered silks and trims! I read her detailed history at the back of the catalog. Then I watched Florence Theriault’s excellent video about the
doll. Fascinating! (“One Thing Leads to Another, Part 1,” on YouTube.) Few dolls have such well-documented provenance. Fewer still, retain their original clothing and accessories.
Anne’s second dress and nightgown.
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Outstanding 18th C. antique wooden doll, Charlotte, circa 1760, courtesy of Theriault’s.
Queen Charlotte of England, 1744-1818. Wikipedia.
The doll was a gift to Queen Charlotte, wife of George III of England, her namesake. King George III and Queen Charlotte were married for 57 years, and had fifteen children, thirteen of whom survived into adulthood! Luckily, the doll survived through the centuries, with the care and attention she deserved. I was not the only one impressed with Theriault’s Charlotte. She captured the attention and imagination of buyers, worldwide. My friends and I followed the auction closely, live online. Item #17, she sold for $200,000, well over the pre-auction estimate! Interest in woodens soared, and collectors scurried to find an English wooden to add to their collections. I was so enchanted with the antique Charlotte, that truly, “one thing lead to another.” I asked Kathy Patterson if she would be interested in making a doll in her style of Charlotte, for me. My Charlotte would not be a copy, which is unacceptable on so many levels, but would have similarities to the famous antique
doll. Kathy said an enthusiastic yes! And my Charlotte was begun. Though the English dolls may not always see eye to eye with their French counterparts, they do share a love of fine French fabrics, laces, and trims, and covet the luxurious French couture of the day. I found some beautiful antique French embroidered silk online. It was enough for my Charlotte’s gown. With Kathy’s antique fabrics and trims, our Charlotte would be elegantly dressed in the fashions of the day. In the doll room, I cleared a space for Charlotte’s Drawing Room. The French ladies “graciously” allowed me to borrow furnishings for Charlotte’s arrival: a “dumbwaiter” table with Queen Anne legs; an antique English cabinet; an antique ormolu frame with a portrait of Queen Charlotte, and a Bend River reproduction chair. A Vernis martin clock is on the way from England. The antique floral Jacobean fabric arrived for the backdrop “wallpaper,” and a needlepoint table runner became “carpet.” And the stage was set!
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Photos courtesy of “Babes from the Woods.”
Bustle pad, trims, petticoat, and slippers.
Torso and fabrics.
English furnishings.
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Far away in Canada, my Charlotte was being brought to life, step by step. When my Charlotte arrived, church bells rang throughout my small town. Oh, wait. Only I could hear them! But trust me, bells were ringing! Seeing the doll in person is one of the joys of collecting. The details of her ensemble are exquisite, entirely hand-sewn with tiny stitches, from antique French embroidered silk. Her bodice is perfectly fitted, with a deep neckline and silk-ribbon trim. The style of her gown is similar to the antique Charlotte’s, with a row of cartridge pleats, for fullness, in the back.
Pleated hemline with trim.
is very like the antique Charlotte and is the perfect color for her complexion. And look at those hands! She holds a silk beaded purse made especially for her. Not everyone appreciates the face of a wooden doll, but to me, this doll is more beautiful than the antiques. Not all dollmakers have the same skill set, then or now. I was fortunate to have a doll artist who is at the pinnacle of her skills. And it shows.
The front panel highlights the embroidery, and a row of pleats trims the hem. Beneath, she wears a bustle pad with the artist’s initials, a simple cotton petticoat, pale green silk stockings, and sweet fabric slippers. A cap of antique gathered lace and netting frames her face. Her mohair coif
Silk stockings and fabric slippers.
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Charlotte appears as if she knows a secret, but might tell you if you come close. Although just a few weeks old, she is timeless, composed, and precious. She is art, history, and beauty. She seems... aware, though made of wood, fabrics, and a little mohair. And people say there are no miracles... My infatuation with English wooden dolls has added a rich dimension to my collecting. Now, Charlotte’s younger sister is in the early stages of creation. She will be dressed as if she and Charlotte were attending the same event. When she arrives, she will be named after Queen Charlotte’s sister, Christiane. And as for French Revolution in the doll room? It has quieted down. Thankfully, Les Parisiennes tire easily, and have only so much energy to devote to politics. Charlotte is here to stay. Christiane will join her shortly. The British are coming! Huzzah!
Up close and personal.
With special thanks to Theriault’s for their generous photos of wooden dolls.
18th C English wooden doll with detailed costume, fancy hat and premium wig, courtesy of Theriault’s.
Charlotte—Now.
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Dressing Dolls in Style 1930-40’s Composition Dolls by Patti Williams
Far left: 15” Dewees Cochran Girl 1936. Marks: Effanbee/ Anne Shirley on body. Yellow fabric is a ribbed vintage cotton, purple silk ribbon is modern. Left: Dewees Cochran yellow doll dress made from McCall pattern 4158.
intage composition dolls of the 1930-40s are very collectible today. They are often inexpensive when unclothed or in need of refurbishing. Finding the appropriate pattern and fabric is important in dressing them in an authentic manner. Effanbee was one of the first to sell clothes and patterns separate from dolls. Fortunately, many patterns and original fabrics as well as reproduction fabrics are available for today’s doll sewist. This article shows redressed dolls utilizing these patterns and fabrics. 52
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One of the most prolific doll makers of the era, Effanbee saw the artistry of Dewees Cochran and her American Children dolls. The Patsy family, including Patsy Joan was inexpensive, and clothes could be made using leftover fabric from children’s frocks. Feedsack fabric, literally sacks that had been purchased with flour, sugar, salt, beans, and rice in them, were used to make clothing. Very popular with sewists during the Depression, one feedsack could make a child’s dress with enough left over to make a doll dress.
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As vintage wool is not readily available, Patsy Joan’s coat fabric is a modern lightweight wool.
Patsy Joan, 16” marked on back, dressed in a feedsack fabric.
Samples of 32” wide vintage feedsack fabrics.
Patsy Joan dress and coat made from McCall pattern #1919.
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An unmarked Dewees Cochran American Children doll, 18” wearing a vintage dress that has been altered to fit. Effanbee Little Lady 14” tall, early 1940s, wearing ice-skating outfit using a modern light weight green wool, with two types of vintage trim in red, pink, and green.
Another way of dressing a doll is to purchase existing clothing from the era. A dress matching an American Children authentic outfit in color and style was found at auction. When the dress arrived, it was too short-waisted. Altering it, a solid blue was inserted at the waist and covered with eyelet trim, making a perfect fit. Effanbee also made dolls utilizing movie star likenesses, with patterns that copied the clothes the actors wore in films of the times. These utilized their Little Lady doll, and many patterns exist for these dolls.
Little lady ice skating outfit is made from McCall pattern 720
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Examples of 36” wide cotton fabrics from the era. (L-R) calico, dotted Swiss, broadcloth, gingham check, broadcloth, lawn with dotted Swiss, plissé Vintage trims that represent the 1930-40s. Effanbee Patricia Doll, 15” tall. Dressed in all vintage fabric and trims.
Vintage trims from this era can be easily found and developing a stash allows for having the right trim at a needed time. Through research of an era, a collection can be built around the colors of the times. (Image #10) Another doll of this time is the Patricia doll, a favorite of mine, as she is my namesake. Fabrics of this era include organdy, gingham, plaids, dotted swiss, voile, broadcloth, lawn, and pique and can be identified by their 36” width. The colors were clear and bright. Small prints showcased whimsical designs, such as animals, flowers, bubbles, and balloons. Doll clothes often used colors opposite on the color wheel. Also, white fabric, such as pique, was used for collars and other accents. Patterns might not be available in the size of your doll. Easily remedied, make a pattern larger by dividing the larger doll height by the smaller doll height. For an 18” doll with a 16” pattern, divide 18 by 16, which is 1.125. Enlarge the pattern by 113%. To reduce a pattern divide 16 x 18, which is .89. Reduce the pattern by 89% of the original. ANTIQUE DOLL COLLECTOR
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Effanbee Patsy Ann, 18” tall, molded hair. Fabric is vintage dimity, with white collar and embroidery work included in pattern.
Above: Little Lady doll, 15” tall. Dress is made from a dotted Swiss vintage yellow organdy with a cotton slip underneath. Right: Dotted Swiss yellow organdy dress is from McCall pattern #1015
Sewing for dolls is a skill that is easily learned and can be rewarding in seeing the results that come from taking a dilapidated doll to one that can stand tall among the other dolls in the cabinet. For more about dolls and sewing, see my website: aworldofdolls.com and join the conversation. References: All About Cotton: A Fabric Dictionary & Swatchbook, Volume II, Julie Parker Dating Fabrics A Color Guide 1800-1960, Eileen Jahnke Trestain More Twentieth Century Dolls, Volume One, Johana Gast Anderton More Twentieth Century Dolls, Volume Two, Johana Gast Anderton Patsy Doll Family Encyclopedia, Volume 1, Patricia N. Schoonmaker Sewing for 20th Century Dolls, Volume II, Johana Gast Anderton 56
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Original McCall pattern designed specifically for 22” Patsy Lou and re-sized to fit Patsy Ann.
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HIDDEN GLORY 19th Century Undergarments
Wide-legged combinations from the 1890s. (FIDM Museum)
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ave you ever been tempted to pick up a beautifully dressed doll, flip her upside down, and take a peek at what’s underneath? I think most of us are at least a little bit guilty! It’s a real shame that undergarments remain a secret on lady dolls. We may see them when changing a costume, but for the most part they are hidden unless the doll has an extensive wardrobe and displays some with her trunk full of clothes. If you have extra undergarments, by the way, show them off–white work garments were frequently the most exquisitely sewn items in a doll’s wardrobe. Sometimes, the very fact that these garments aren’t seen leads to a different kind of temptation: NOT considering what kind of underwear the doll should have. Many redressed antique dolls wear pantalets and petticoats that have nothing to do with their era, but instead represent a generic idea of “old-fashioned” clothes. This can mean modern materials like polyester cotton blends, trimmed with nylon lace, or perhaps wrong shapes: elastic waist, closed leg pantalets in particular. Having said that, we do need to extend much grace to doll costumers who recreated historic clothes during the 1950s-70s. Manmade materials were all the rage for home sewing, and fabric stores simply didn’t stock natural fibers like silk and cotton. Growing up in the 70s and 80s, I read library books that talked about making doll shoes from “old kid gloves” or buying silk taffeta for dresses, but I never saw a real piece of silk until I was about 30. And that was thanks to the internet, which has brought so many unique items back to us as crafters. So if we can’t see it, why IS underwear important on our dolls? Throughout history, undergarments have served several purposes, though it was only recently they were considered worthy of display. In general, you wore them next to the body, and they were frequently the only washable pieces of a costume. They served to protect the clothing from the body, protect the body from the clothing, and create a fashionable shape. For many centuries, the only undergarment worn by most people night and day (including men) was a shift, later called a chemise. Women added layers of petticoats for warmth and skirt width, and corsetry to shape the body. It’s a fun study to look at European costume history, discovering all the bits and pieces which made fashionable shapes: bum rolls, hip
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This early photograph is from a series that shows the difficulties a young woman has trying to get dressed during the crinoline era. Truly the crinoline at its largest…here, she appears somewhat defeated by it, though she’s surrounded by helpful friends! (Getty Images) Below: “Think of getting into a complete suit of underclothing in one jump!” The “Melba” knitted undergarment from Victoria Mills in Philadelphia promised health and freedom to its customers in 1897. It was available in cotton, silk, or wool for seasonal comfort. (NYPL image collection)
Mannequin wearing 1860s undergarments, including chemise, corset, stockings, and cage crinoline. It’s possible she’s also wearing pantalets and a petticoat. She would also wear a petticoat over the crinoline, so the outline of the steels wouldn’t be seen through the dress fabric, and a corset cover if the dress fabric was sheer. (Victoria & Albert Museum)
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1880s catalog page from B. Altman company, showing the wide variety of chemises available. Prices varied according to the quality of fabric and trim. (Harvard University Baker Library)
During the bustle era, a catalog page from Srawbridge & Clothier’s displays a wide variety of contraptions to support fashionable skirt shapes. (Pinterest)
This 1890s young lady just can’t decide which set of lacy drawers she’ll choose from the H. O’Neill & Company in New York! (NYPL image collection)
pads, ruffs, panniers, sleeve puffs, cage crinolines, bustles… and corsets of every kind: short and long; corded, busked and whaleboned. It’s bewildering what has been done to coax bodies into fashionable shapes. Most dolls we dress today, whether antiques or reproductions, represent 19th century styles. In order to present the doll as she should be seen, it’s important for collectors to become familiar not just with dolls and their makers, but with the styles they were meant to wear. Each decade has a different silhouette. It was long and narrow in Jane Austen’s time, bell shaped in Queen Victoria’s youth, and sinuously s-shaped in the Edwardian years. Each change, however subtle, required a different foundation. For the first half of the century, undergarments remained very plain, made of white cotton or linen, perhaps beautifully sewn but only moderately embellished with sturdy embroideries that could stand washing. Anything too fancy was a little scandalous–clean linen cost money and time, so having plenty of it indicated social respectability. Wearing it marked you as a good person. Our ancestors truly believed the adage “cleanliness is next to Godliness.” When the household sewing machine came along, everything about clothing began to change. It was finally possible to sew yards and yards of frills in a fraction of the time it might have taken before, so everything was soon elaborately decorated. Even laces and embroideries were made by machine at a fraction of the time and cost
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In 1878, Harper’s Bazar featured these combination garments, considered to be part corset cover and part drawers. The waisted petticoat is labelled an “underdress”. (NYPL image collection)
of handmade. Garments once considered private and utilitarian were soon being sewn from fine fabrics and embellished with delicate lace and ribbon; beautiful lingerie became associated with wealth and luxury. Aside from changes in textures and shape, however, most women’s undergarments were just variations of the same pieces throughout the 19th century. They included a chemise, petticoats, and a corset. Additional pieces included drawers, first worn by young girls and then more frequently by women after the 1850s, and corset covers. As corsets became cheaper to make, they appeared in colored cottons and silks, which could easily show through sheer dresses! Corset covers also gave a smooth line beneath the dress. 19th century underwear innovations generally involved devices to support the outer clothing, such as all sorts of tied-on padding and structures. The most recognizable today is the cage crinoline, which was actually considered healthful when it was first introduced. Women had previously worn more and more petticoats– literally pounds of them–to support the increasingly wide skirts. With the crinoline, women were released from that weight and could move their feet freely. Of course the
crinoline brought its own problems; getting into carriages, going through doorways, and sitting down required a whole new set of skills, not to mention the fire danger of extremely wide skirts. Delightfully, however, it also required new kinds of petticoats, with colors and trims in case they were accidentally exposed! Personally, I find combination undergarments to be the most progressive inventions of the century. It’s easy to see the attraction of anything that reduced how many pieces of clothing you had to don in a day, although any Victorian who wore “healthful” wool knit union suits beneath all their other layers might disagree with me about that particular item. They must have been unbearably itchy! For a doll costumer, combinations are especially appealing as they make it possible to reduce bulk at the waistline, typically caused by too many waistbands crowding into a small space. Today we think of “combinations” as one garment that unites a chemise or corset cover and drawers, but there are also historical examples of petticoats combined with chemises and corset covers. One pattern advertisement even shows a long-sleeved petticoat combination, also called an underdress, providing full-body coverage.
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The Bates Waist promised Dress Reform advocates in 1890 that its garment could even replace the corset! They also offered combination wear called “chemilettes” or “chemiloons,” as well as the union suit, so important to Reformers. (NYPL image collection)
Butterick offered patterns for this combination corset cover, bustle, and petticoat, or underdress, in the early 1880s when the narrow “Natural Form” was popular. This one really does it all! (NYPL image collection)
Combinations are really the first items to offer women some freedom from their clothing–they were easy to wear, cost-effective and one less piece to launder. They appear frequently after the 1870s, especially during the narrow Natural Form style of the early 1880s, which coincidentally was also the era of a strong Dress Reform movement. Reformers advocated healthy and sensible women’s wear, by abolishing the corset and extra layers of clothing. Their ideas weren’t always popular, but piece by piece, women really did escape from excessively restrictive garments. Combinations remained popular for decades, eventually dwindling away to the delicate little silk and lace step-ins of the 1920s. 19th century women’s combinations generally had a front placket closure and open crotch seam, a seam for closer fit in back and a full seat for good coverage and wearing comfort. They are a little reminiscent of some swimwear styles in the same time period. Children’s combinations, however, frequently buttoned up the back and featured really charming drop seats.
Our model this month is Marguerite, an FG by Darlene Lane, on the Dollspart resin body. As a young lady of the 1870s, she most emphatically requested an undergarment that was both feminine and slimming, and she hopes you will enjoy sewing one for your lady dolls as well! Her combination is a variation on typical women’s styles, for ease in making up: The pattern is just two pieces, with gathers across the back, and the crotch area is sewn closed. The neckline is deep and wide, to prevent it showing beneath most costumes. Your doll can choose your doll’s favorite ribbon color as an accent, and she’s sure to love the delicate Valenciennes lace sleeve and leg ruffles. It’s so pretty that she may not want to put on any more layers for awhile!
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Sources: “Combination Undergarments,” fidmmuseum.org “Corsets, Crinolines, and Bustles: Fashionable Victorian Underwear,” vam.ac.uk “100 Years of Underwear” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tqyEXvg5368&ab_ channel=LadyRebeccaFashions
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Marguerite’s Combinations Fits the 14.5” Dollspart resin body By Nicki Burley
Materials
¼ yard cotton lawn or batiste 26” of ½” wide edging lace 28” of ¼” to ⅜” wide edging lace 18” of ¼” to ⅜” wide eyelet insertion with beading holes Choose insertion with a seam allowance on each side (about ⅝”) 24” of 4mm silk ribbon 3 MOP buttons, ¼” or 6mm Fine thread—Aurifil 50 or 80 weight recommended.
Supplies
Fine hand or machine sewing needle Tapestry (blunt, large eye) needle Marking chalk or Frixion pen
Notes
Marguerite in her first layer of undergarments, a slim combination chemise and pantalets. The set is charmingly trimmed with Valenciennes lace, narrow eyelet, silk ribbon, and tiny Mother of Pearl buttons. She carries a pretty spring basket purse in complementary colors. Marguerite is an FG by Darlene Lane, placed on the Dollspart resin body with articulated hands.
1) The sewing machine was in wide use by the 1880s, even for quality underwear. Feel free to sew seams on this garment by hand or machine! If using your machine, use a fine needle, such as a Schmetz brand size 70 Microtex, and fine thread. Set a very short stitch length—on my machine, this is 1.5. Sew with a straight stitch only, as the zigzag feature didn’t appear on home machines until the 1960s. 2) Seams are ¼” unless otherwise noted. For French seams, each turn is a scant ⅛” wide. Trim your first seam, then turn and press before sewing the second one. 3) Mock rolled hem stitch: Turn a tiny edge of the fabric (about 1 /16”) to the back and press. Knot your thread and take two stitches in the fold to anchor it, then take the next stitch diagonally, down in the unfolded fabric. Take another tiny stitch diagonally from this one, up in the fold. Continue working this zig zag pattern; pull thread to roll the hem about every 1”. Press when complete. ANTIQUE DOLL COLLECTOR
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Instructions Copy the pattern twice onto cardstock. Cut out one front and one back–the back is larger than the front. Label your pattern pieces. 1) Cut out two back pieces and two front pieces; mark the back gathers with chalk or a Frixion pen. Cut a placket strip ¾” x 4¼” on the straight grain. Cut a bias strip ¾” x 10”. Using French seams, sew the back seam and the front seam up to the dot. Press. 2) Turn back one short end of the placket strip ¼” and press. Pin the placket strip right sides together to the left side of the front opening (left side – as if you were going to wear it), with the folded edge at the bottom. Sew the strip to the opening, then press the placket and seam toward the inside. Turn under the raw edge, then hem in place down the front with a tiny running stitch. This forms the button side of the placket. 3) The right side of the placket is made with eyelet insertion. Cut a strip of insertion 4¼” long, and use your tapestry needle to run 4mm silk ribbon through the holes. Trim the insertion seam allowance down to ¼” wide on the left side (as you look at it). Leave the full width of seam allowance on the right side. Turn back one short end of the placket strip ¼” and press. Pin the placket strip right sides together to the right side of the opening, with the folded edge at the bottom. Sew along the edge of the insertion, so that no seam allowance will show when you turn it. Flip the insertion over and press so that you see the correct side, then fold the remaining seam allowance twice toward the back and hem in place with hem stitch or a tiny running stitch. Bring the right-hand placket forward over the left placket, and hem with tiny stitches along the bottom edge so that it stays in place. 4) French seam the front to the back at the shoulders. Press the seam toward the back. 5) Press the bias strip into a curve, then fold back one short edge ¼” and press. Sew in place around the neckline, beginning at the ribbon placket. Trim away any excess fabric, and turn back the end ¼” at the opposite edge. Trim the seam down to ⅛”, then press the bias up and toward the inside. Turn under the raw edge and hem in place. 6) Pull a thread in the heading of the narrow lace to evenly gather a 28” length to about 14”, turn one end back, then whipstitch it in place---begin at the bottom of the ribbon placket and continue around the neck. Finish at the top of the button placket, turning under the end. Press the lace lightly to flatten ruffles a little. 64
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Inside front, showing the placket opening.
Outside front, showing bias bound neckline and decorated placket opening.
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7) Sew a mock rolled hem around the armscyes, press. Cut 2 pieces of ½” lace, each 6”. Pull a thread in the heading to slightly gather the lace, and whip stitch to the rolled hem. Lightly press the lace to flatten the ruffles, which helps it hang better as a sleeve. 8) French seam the front to the back at the side seams. Press the seams toward the back.
A close up view of the slightly gathered waistline which reduces bulk and provides room in the seat.
Bodice with lace trim and sleeves; legs gathered to apply leg band.
Attaching the leg band.
9) Cut two pieces of insertion, each 4¼”. Trim seam allowance on the left side down to ¼”, and use your tapestry needle to run ribbon through the holes in each piece. Sew two rows of gathering stitches at the bottom of each leg, then pull up the gathers evenly to fit the insertion and sew with right sides together. Trim the seam to ⅛”, then press the insertion down (away from the leg). Turn the remaining seam allowance twice to the inside and hem over the raw edge of the seam. 10) Cut two 7” pieces of ½” lace. Pull a thread in the heading to evenly gather the lace and whipstitch to the lower edge of the insertion. Lightly press the gathered lace. 11) French seam the inside legs together—handsewing is recommended here as it’s much less bulky than machine sewing. 12) Sew small gathering stitches across the back, on the marked lines. Leave long thread ends for now. 13) Cut a 3¼” piece of insertion and thread with ribbon. Trim away seam allowance from both sides. Press back ¼” on each short end. 14) Pull gathers up to fit the insertion band, then secure the stitches. Even the gathers out and sew insertion over them with a tiny running stitch along both edges. 15) Sew 3 buttons down the plain placket. Sew 3 corresponding thread loops on the edge of the ribbon placket, just under the lace. ANTIQUE DOLL COLLECTOR
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A close up view of the ribbon and eyelet front placket, which closes with buttons and loops.
Resin Body Doll Undergarment Combinations Front & Back (cut 2 of each)
The combinations feature a comfortable fit, delicately trimmed with ribbon bows just below the knees.
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Trousseau Poupée for a
~ Part 1 ~ By Melanie Luther
hen one thinks of the word “trousseau” it commonly brings to mind a collection of women’s clothing. A bride’s trousseau, for example, is traditionally composed of her going-away outfit, honeymoon clothing, and most of the articles of clothing she would wear during her first year of married life. This is not the case, however, for the trousseau of a French fashion doll. “Le Trousseau”, as detailed in La Poupée Modèle, the wellknown children’s magazine of 19th century Paris, contains so much more than just clothing for a poupée! This two-part article showcases a collection of clothing and accessories suitable for the trousseau of even the most temperamental poupée. Part I will feature spring/summer fashions and novelties circa the 1860s. Part II will focus on a fall and winter trousseau of the following decade, the 1870s. La Poupée Modèle began in December 1863 when Madame Jeanne LavallePeronne, editor of both the magazine and owner of the Parisian shop, “A La Poupée de Nuremberg,” published the first edition. The journal continued publication through 1924 with the exception of missing several issues during the Franco-Prussian war. Madame’s purpose was not only to introduce young girls to sewing for their dolls, and to teach manners through educational stories, poems, songs and plays but also to encourage them and their mamans to purchase dolls, costumes, and accessories available at her shop. The following photo journal showcases a select group of clothing, accessories, and novelties from the list published in the August 1865 issue of La Poupée Modèle. After completing publication of the contents of the extensive trousseau in La Poupée Modèle, Madame reveals to her young readers that even more novelties such as a purse, a prayer book, and boxes for “la toilette” are available for sale at “A La Poupée Nuremberg”. Madame Lavalle-Peronne was quite the marketer! It has been suggested that she sold well over 170 accessories between 1863 and 1873 to meet the demand of “doll life” in Second Empire France. Mademoiselles were eager to see the new fashion accessories and costumes in her journal every month, and their Mamans were eager to purchase new additions to “Le Trousseau.” Today, collectors of antique dolls and their accouterments, as well as miniature collectors, continue to marvel and delight at the array of novelties produced for the amusement of the young readers of La Poupée Modèle. Charlotte, an 18” early antique French Fashion doll (pink porcelain glazed, attributed to Blampoix) wears a cotton batiste guimpe that is accented with tiny pintucks and delicate lace. The matching, attached sleeves (manches) are very full and end in tight embroidered cuffs. The charming bengaline jumper (robechasuble) is best described as a light shade of brownstone, a popular Victorian color. It is accented with narrow black velvet ribbon and bows. The skirt flares out into a multitude of ruffles that end in black velvet trim. Her hat or chapeau and miniature gold watch (montre) are complementary accessories identified in the 1865 list. (All photography by the author.) 68
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Above: This chemise is a heavier cotton with a delightful ruffled neckline and matching trim on the drawers (pantalons). While not a lightweight material nor fancily embroidered as one might expect to see on such undergarments, this set still makes a lovely appearance due to the workmanship. The (coutil) corset is a heavy cotton twill with fancy red embroidery. It is trimmed with insertion lace and closes in the back through eyelets with a soft heavy cotton string tie. Another part of this undergarment ensemble is the hoop (crinoline) boasting eleven metal rings, held together by linen straps that show some age discoloration. The waistband is made of heavier linen tape. Lastly, the pair of finely woven cream-colored stockings (paire de bas) have two matching red decorative stripes. Right: A sweet chemisette trimmed in fragile lace and soft pink silk ribbons is another example of the highly skilled seamstresses of this era. The tiny pintucks are a credit to the workmanship of this charming piece. Another example in this whitework display is the petticoat. Awash with pintucks and ruffles at the hem, the cartridge pleating at the waistband of this sturdy cotton petticoat gives it the expected fullness of the fashions of the mid 1860’s. When viewing the apron, or tablier, one can only ask, “How can something so beautiful also be so functional?”. Sewn of sheer batiste, the apron sports the tiniest pintucks across the top of the bodice and is edged in subtle, soft lace at the shoulders. Two petite pockets hold the poupée’s daily treasures, and here, a Mass prayer book is tucked away in one, just peeking out to display its lovely cover.
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Many accessories were sold in the original boxes that were designed to hold just that item. Collectors love to find such adornments and highly covet the boxes as well. The holder of the miniature buttons is a 2-piece diamond shape container. The lid is glass. A circular box, also 2-pieces, holds a pair of gold washed and red paste earrings (des boucles d’oreilles), mirroring a ruby set. The tiny papered red box featuring violets on the cover is of special note. It has been said that Napoleon Bonaparte used the violet as the symbol of his love for Josephine.
A gently worn blue silk parasol is flanked by two pairs of elegant lace-trimmed gloves (gants). The slightly faded silk parasol is a dark slate blue or possibly a Federal blue, both popular colors of the decade. The handle is simply carved and it is wrapped in not one but two tassels--maroon red and French grey. While both pairs of gloves are similar in design, one is off-white and the other, mostly creamcolored with intricate black and cream designs covering nearly half the length. 70
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An exquisite French enameled purse, painted blue and cream, displays the word porteur, meaning carrier. It opens and closes with a clasp and is substantial in weight. The brass chain purse (sac) by comparison is very light-weight and has a loop for attachment either to a chatelaine or a belt. The leather purse is the largest of the three. This purse displays six fancy studs, a brass center clasp and a sturdy chain handle. Below: An assembly of jewelry, known as bijoux or more accurately, parure, since it is a set, is displayed on it’s original card. An ornate and graceful ensemble of earrings, necklace and pin :The necklace is accented with a simple yet dignified cross in the center of the coral beads. Both the earrings and the broach (broche) are fashioned with coral beads that match the necklace. The diminutive watches are both elaborately enameled and have glass faces. One watch chain attaches to a decorative cross pin, and the other attaches to an enameled bluebird covering a horseshoe. It is a lucky poupée indeed who possesses this cache in her trousseau!
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Contents of a French Fashion Doll Trousseau (La Poupee Modele 1865) • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Blouse Night cap Hairnet Crinoline Petticoat Pantaloon Corset Camisole Chemisette Handkerchief Collar Sleeves Stockings Hat Head scarf Slippers Leather mules Dancing slippers Ankle Boots with elastic Russian boots Nightdress Jacket Hooded cape Fichu Cloak Gloves Mittens Dresses Parasol Fur coat, muff and tippet Apron Veil Set of jewelry
Perhaps the piece de resistance of this select grouping is the fichu shown here. Incredibly sheer net forms the basis of this stunning garment and the full ruffled collar. The perimeter of the fichu is embroidered in a scalloped, almost jagged edge but only enhances and does not diminish the effect. Multiple intricate layers of black and coral cording finish this elegant accessory. The dark brown leather slipper-style shoes, suitable for dancing (chaussures de danse), are trimmed with chocolate brown ribbon rosettes. The heeled boots (bootines), also in brown leather, are designed with an elastic insert commonly seen in boots of this era. From the pages of La Poupée Modèle, this handkerchief (mouchoir) is an original insert. The fabric, while gently discolored with age, and the printing, darkened to brown, feels like linen. Found inside an issue of La Poupée Modèle, any jeune fille learning to sew would treasure such an opportunity to embroider the scalloped edges and flowers, perhaps even adding an initial for her poupée. A hand-sewn treasure indeed!
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Above: Silk taffetas in bold colors and stripes were fashionable in this era, and this dress(robe) does not disappoint! Sewn in two pieces, the bodice is a tight fit, with a flaring peplum and twin, short pagoda sleeves. Much of the dress is trimmed in black fringe with a sprinkling of lace at the neckline. An extra flounce on the overskirt adds the finishing touch to an elegant fancy costume. The color could be identified as Prussian Blue, a popular Victorian shade. The accompanying hat is also silk, accented with a jaunty feather and silk ribbon ties. Left: An original French epinal print. A jeune fille and her poupée plan to take a walk and draw attention to the doll’s new beautiful crinoline, emphasizing the little girl’s enjoyment of adding to her doll’s trousseau! Resources: Bailey, A. (1975). Dressing dolls in nineteenth-century fashions. Wallace-Homestead Book Co. Cunnington, C.W. (1990). English women’s clothing in the nineteenth century. Dover Publications. MacNeil, S. (2001 Spring). From The Pages of La Poupee Modèle. DOLL NEWS. MacNeil, S. (2009 June). The Trousseau Doll at De Kleine Wereld Museum. ANTIQUE DOLL COLLECTOR. Theimer, F. & D. (2009). The panorama of Parisienne dolls, volume I. Polichinelle. Internet resources are available upon request.
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Monday, August 1, 2022 Marquis: Antique Doll Auction at the Marriott St. Louis Grand Hotel, St Louis, MO Friday, August 19, 2022 50 Forward: Antique and Collectible Dolls Saturday, October 15, 2022 Marquis: Japanese Dolls from the Ayervais Collection 410.224.3655 | info@theriaults.com www.theriaults.com
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Saturday, August 27, 2022, 9:30 AM Preview, 10:30 AM “Rarities Reign” Auction KCI Expo Center & Holiday Inn Hotel 11730 NW Ambassador Dr. , Kansas City, MO 2323 S. Mecklin Sch. Rd, Oak Grove, MO 816.625.3786 | frashersdollauction.com | frasher@aol.com
Ladenburger Spielzeugauktion GmbH Friday-Saturday, September 23-24, 2022 Autumn Auction 0049 (0) 6203 13014 | mail@spielzeugauktion.de www.spielzeugauktion.de
SAS (Special Auction Services) Tuesday, September 13, 2022 Tuesday, November 15, 2022 Dolls & Teddy Bears Auction Newbury, UK +44 (0) 1635 580 595 | mail@specialauctionservices.com www.specialauctionservices.com
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Museum Directory (dolls, toys, miniatures, dollhouses) Museums across the country have experienced many challenges over the past two years; their perseverance and resilience are proof of the importance of their mission. In an effort to keep them going strong, and to assist readers in their quest for one-on-one time with the things they love, we’ve compiled a directory of doll, toy, miniature, and dollhouse museums; to build awareness of the educational, cultural, and economical value of museums who focus on events and programs families can take part in and enjoy together; and introduce our readers to important values museum excel in fostering, such as intellectual growth, historical awareness, and cultural diversity. When you visit these museums, please tell them Antique DOLL Collector magazine sent you. If you know of a museum that is missing from our list, please notify us at antiquedoll@gmail.com, subject: Museums.
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Arizona Doll & Toy Museum 5847 W Myrtle Avenue Glendale, AZ 85301
Marquis Doll Museum & Restoration 214 N. 5th Street Lafayette, IN 47901
Mini-Time Machine Museum of Miniatures 4455 E Camp Lowell Drive Tucson, AZ 85712
Museum of Miniature Houses and Other Collections 111 E. Main Street Carmel, IN 46032
Phoenix Art Museum Thorne Rooms 625 N Central Avenue Phoenix, AZ 85004
CALIFORNIA Grovian Doll Museum 213 Forest Avenue Pacific Grove, CA 93950 Susan Quinlan Doll & Teddy Bear Museum & Library 122 W. Canon Perdido Street Santa Barbara, CA 93101
COLORADO Denver Museum of Miniatures, Dolls, & Toys 830 Kipling Street Lakewood, CO 80215
IOWA Dyer-Botsford Historical House and Doll Museum 331 1st Avenue E. Dyersville, IA 52040
ILLINOIS American Doll & Toy Museum 3059 30th Street Rock Island, IL 61201 Art Institute of Chicago Thorne Rooms Michigan Avenue Entrance 111 South Michigan Avenue Chicago, Illinois 60603
KANSAS National Museum of Toys & Miniatures 5235 Oak Street Kansas City, KS 6411 Prairie Museum of Art & History at Thomas County Historical Society 1905 S Franklin Avenue Colby, KS 67701
KENTUCKY Great American Dollhouse Museum 344 Swope Drive Danville, KY 40422 Kentucky Doll & Toy Museum 106 W. Main Street Carlisle, KY 40311 KSB Miniatures Collection 215 Sutton Street Maysville, KY 41056
LOUISIANA House of Broel Dollhouse Museum 2220 Street Charles Avenue New Orleans, LA 70130 Lois Loftin Doll Museum at Beauregard Parish Tourism Comm. 204 W. First Street DeRidder, LA 70634
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Fawcett’s Maine Antique Toy and Art Museum 3468 Atlantic Highway Waldoboro, ME 04572
Eliza Cruce Hall Doll Museum at Ardmore Public Library 320 East Street SE Ardmore, OK 73401
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Midwest Miniatures Museum 20 S. 5th Street Grand Haven, MI 9417
Harrisburg Doll Museum 2004 State Street Harrisburg, PA 17103
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Miniature Museum of Greater St. Louis 4746 Gravois Avenue St. Louis, MO 63116 United Federation of Doll Clubs 10900 N. Pomona Avenue Kansas City, MO 64153 World’s Largest Toy Museum 3609 W. Country Boulevard Branson, MO 65616
NORTH CAROLINA North Carolina Museum of Dolls, Toys & Miniatures 108 Fourth Street Spencer, NC 28159
NEW YORK Den of Marbletown Bear & Steiff Museum One Bastien Lane Kingston, NY 12401 Museum of the City of New York 1220 5th Avenue at 103rd Street New York, NY 10029 Strong National Museum of Play One Manhattan Square Rochester, NY 14607
OHIO Children’s Toy & Doll Museum 206 Gilman Avenue Marietta, OH 45750
TENNESSEE Knoxville Museum of Art Thorne Rooms 1050 World’s Fair Park Drive Knoxville, TN 37916
VIRGINIA Barry Art Museum at Old Dominion University 1075 W 43rd Street Norfolk, VA 23529
VERMONT Dollhouse and Toy Museum of Vermont 212 Union Street Bennington, VT 05201 Shelburne Museum 6000 Shelburne Road Shelburne, VT 05482
WASHINGTON The Doll House - The Museum 14104 C Street S. Tacoma, WA 98444
WISCONSIN Fennimore Doll & Toy Museum 1135 6th Street Fennimore, WI 53809
Doll Museum at Old Rectory, Worthington Historical Society 50 W New England Avenue Worthington, OH 43085
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LONG TERM 4/09/22-10/30/22 ~ Switzerland. Spielzeug Welten Museum Basel. Special exhibition “Happy Birthday Globi!” +41 (0)61 225 95 95. sina@swm-basel.ch. www.swmb.museum.
JULY 2022 6/30 - 7/26 ~ Hatfield, PA. STEIFF: Antique, Vintage, Artist Bears and Others. Online auction only. Alderfer Auction. 501 Fairgrounds Rd. 215393-3000. www.alderferauction.com. 31-8/4 ~ St. Louis, MO. National Doll Festival. Holiday Inn St. Louis Convention Center. 811 N. 9th St., Downtown. Rowbear Presents. Rowbear Lowman. 831-438-5349. NationalDollFestival@ charter.net. NationalDollFestival.com.
AUGUST 2022 2-6 ~ St. Louis, MO. UFDC 73nd Annual Convention. Timeless Treasures. Hyatt Regency St. Louis at The Arch. 315 Chestnut Street, St. Louis, Missouri 63102. www.ufdc.org/convention. 5 ~ St. Louis, MO. UFDC 73nd Annual Convention Public Day. Hyatt Regency St. Louis at The Arch. 315 Chestnut Street, St. Louis, Missouri 63102. Christine Faust. ufdcrd5@ufdc.org. Call/text 651-231-2871. www.ufdc.org. 5-8 ~ Online. Summer Sizzler Teddy Bear Online Show. Valerie Rogers. 502-423-7827. brtstar1@aol.com. www.bright-star-promotions.com. 14 ~ Hasbrouck Heights, NJ. Hasbrouck Heights NJ Doll, Bear & Miniature Show & Sale. Hilton Hasbrouck Heights. 650 Terrace Heights. Wendy Collins. 603-969-1699. CollinsGifts14@aol.com. Gary Passamonte. 845-271-9094. Gand@optonline.net. 17 ~ Marietta, OH. Fundraiser Doll Show & Sale. Children’s Toy and Doll Museum. American Legion Post 64, 800 Wooster St. Donna Kern. 740-373-0349 or 740-516-3888 (cell). djdekern@suddenlink.net. 17-21 ~ Bellevue, WA. Conference includes Sales Room, Meals, Classes/Workshops & Auction. 2022 NIADA Annual Conference & Academy - “Origins” theme. Hyatt Bellevue. 900 Bellevue Way. Stephanie Reese. 949-212-1415. dr.stephanie.reese@gmail.com. 18-20 ~ Austin, TX. BJDC 2022: A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Ball-Jointed Doll Convention. BJDC Texas. Sheraton Austin at the Capitol. East 11th Street. Deborah Hood. 210-373-4643. bjdctx@gmail.com. www.bjdctexas.com.
20 ~ Casper, WY. Doll Show & Sale. Meet Me in the Middle Doll Club. “Where the Dolls & the Antelope Play.” Clarion Inn at Platte River. 123 W. E St. Kay Schrader. 406-360-7214 (no text). schrader1501@blackfoot.net. 21 ~ Lynnwood, WA. Antique Doll & Toy Market. Embassy Suites Hotel. 20610 44th Ave. Lisa Pepin. pepins4@msn.com. 206-669-7818. 21 ~ Strongsville, OH. Doll Show & Sale. Northern Ohio Doll & Bear Show. Best Western Plus. 15471 Royalton Rd., 44136. Eileen Green. 440-283-5839. phdofdolls@yahoo.com. 27 ~ San Diego, CA. Doll Show & Sale. Delightful Dolls of Southern California. Handlery Hotel 950 Hotel Cir N. Linda Payne Smith. lpaynesmith@cox.net. 619-265-0443. 27 ~ Schertz (San Antonio), TX. Doll Show & Sale. Hill Country Doll Show & Sale. Schertz Civic Center, 1400 Schertz Pkwy. Dorothy Meredith. 830-606-5868. dmeredith@dolldr.com. www.dolldr.com. 27 ~ West Chester (Cincinnati), OH. Doll Show & Sale. Queen City Beautiful Doll Club. Fall Doll Show & Sale. EnterTRAINment Junction Expo Room, 7379 Squire Court. Margie Schultz. 513-207-8409. askmargie@aol.com. 28 ~ Dedham, MA. Summer Dedham MA Doll, Bear & Folk Art Show. Collins Gifts. Sturbridge Host Hotel. Wendy Collins. 603-969-1699. CollinsGifts14@aol.com. www.collinsgifts.com 28 ~ Mankato, MN. Doll Show & Sale. Lady Slipper Doll Club. Courtyard Mankato by Marriott Event Center (River Hills Mall). 901 Raintree Road. Jan Madonna. 507-364-5452. doodles123@frontiernet.net.
SEPTEMBER 2022 3 ~ Westhampton, NJ. Crescent Shrine. Sweetbriar Auctions Antique & Vintage Doll Auction. Dorothy Hunt. 410-275-2213. sweetbriar@live.com. www.sweetbriarauctions.com. 10 ~ Burbank, CA. Jewel City Doll Club 43rd Annual Doll Show and Sale. Burbank Elks Lodge. 2232 N. Hollywood Way. Admission $5. Free parking. Jewel City Doll Club. Janie Olds. 562-818-2501. j.l.olds@ca.rr.com. 9-12 ~ Online. Fall Stars Teddy Bear Online Show. Valerie Rogers, 502-423-7827, brtstar1@aol.com. www.bright-star-promotions.com. 10 ~ Spokane, WA. Doll Show & Sale. Spokane Falls Dolls. Spokane Community College, The Lair Student Center. 1810 N. Green St. Penny Zarneski. 509-327-7622. pennyjz@yahoo.com. 10 ~ Triangle (Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill), NC. Triangle Doll & Bear Show & Sale. Southeastern Doll Shows. Amran Shriners Temple, 11101 Creedmoor Rd, Raleigh. Jackie Stone. jackiestone@charter.net. www.SoutheasternDollShows.com. 11 ~ Maquoketa, IA. Maquoketa Doll Show. AmericInn and Suites. 1910 Nairn Drive. Exit 156 off Highway 61. Sherryl Newton. easterniowadollshows@aol.com. facebook.com/easterniowadollshows 11 ~ ‘s-Hertogenbosch, Netherlands. The Big Event. Brabanthallen. Niesje Wolters van Bemmel agency. Suzan and Paul. 0031 (0)6 300 99 458. English, German and Dutch. info@niesjewolters.nl. www.niesjewolters.nl. Calendar continued on page 70 The Spirit of St. Louis Doll Club's 44th Annual
Doll & Bear Show & Sale Sunday, October 9, 2022 10:00 am to 3:00 pm Machinists Hall
12365 St. Charles Rock Road Bridgeton, MO 63044
Antique & Collectible Dolls, Bears & Accessories Adults - $6.00 Children 12 and under – FREE Early Buyer (9:00 am) $10.00 For more info: Connie 314-440-4086 Jeff 314-422-1502
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SEP. 2022 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 77 17 ~ Albany, NY. Shaker Doll Club Show & Sale. Admission $6. St. Sophia Greek Orthodox Church, 440 Whitehall Road. Linda Schatz. Liberty3@prodigy.net. 518-767-2924. 17 ~ Salisbury, NC. The North Carolina Museum of Dolls, Toys, and Miniatures presents: A Salute to the USA Luncheon. 9:303:00. Country Club of Salisbury. Contact the museum, 704-762-9359 or info@ncmdtm.com. Checks to NCMDTM send to 108 Fourth St. Spencer, NC 28159. Register by 09/05. 15-17 ~ Houston, TX. “Together Again! Friends, Dolls & Fun” Bay Area Doll Club of Texas Convention. Bay Area Doll Club. Marriott South, 9100 Gulf Freeway, Houston, TX. Rebecca Hisle. 281-614-0077. beccasdolls@gmail. com. Convention workshops, dinners, DAG competition, and Sales Room. 17 ~ Marietta, OH. Fundraiser Doll Show & Sale. Children’s Toy and Doll Museum. American Legion Post 64, 800 Wooster St. Donna Kern. 740-373- 0349 or 740-516-3888 (cell). djdekern@suddenlink.net. mariettaohio.org/member/toy-doll-museum/. Oct 16 ~ Portland, OR. Portland Doll & Bear Show. Queens of the Doll Aisle. We have a new location! Embassy Suites - Portland Airport. 7900 NE 82nd Avenue. Portland, OR 97220. Hours: 11 am to 4 pm. Joe Koury. joe@queensofthedollaisle.com. 650-303-4140.
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17-18 ~ Pecatonica, IL. 41st Semi-Annual “PEC THING” Antique & Flea Market. Winnebago County Fairgrounds. Off US Rte. 20, Halfway between Rockford and Freeport, IL. 815-239-1641. www.winnebagocountyfair.com. fairinfo@winnebagocountyfair.com. 18 ~ Lebanon, PA. Central Penn Doll Collectors Club Doll Show featuring Dolls and Bears. Lebanon Expo Center. 80 Rocherty Road (off Rt. 72, south of Lebanon). Admission $5.00 ($4 with any ad). 10 am to 4 pm. General information: 309-397-6481. Dealer information: 717-567-9553. Call before 9 pm EST. www.centralpenndollcollectorsclub.org. 24 ~ Wichita, KS. Wichita Doll Show. Wichita Antique Doll Study Group. Holiday Inn Wichita KS. 549 S. Rock Road. wichitadollshow@outook.com. facebook.com/WichitaDollShow. 30 - Oct 2 ~ Online. Online Sales Event. BearHugs4u.com. info@bearhugs4u.com. www.bearhugs4u.com.
OCTOBER 2022 1 ~ Concord (San Francisco Bay Area), CA. Doll Show & Sale. 10am-3pm. World Doll Day Shows. Concord Plaza Hotel, 45 John Glenn Dr. Mary Senko. 425-330-1770. mary.senko@comcast.net. www.WorldDollDayShows.com. 1 ~ Plymouth, MN. Minnesota Doll Jamboree. Crowne Plaza Hotel. 3131 Campus Drive. Iris Schroeder. idschr@comcast.net. 651-777-5261. www.mndolljamboree.com. An all-day event, stay for the doll show. Oct 8 ~ Fredericksburg, VA. The Now and Then Doll Club Annual Doll Show and Sale. Fredericksburg Elks Lodge #875, 11309 Tidewater Trail. 10:00 am – 4:00 pm. Adults: $6.00/ $3.00 children. Contact: wanda. miller@verizon.net. 804-513-9011.
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SUNDAY, AUGUST 21, 2022 11am-4pm $9 EMBASSY SUITES HOTEL 20610 44TH Ave W. Lynnwood WA 98036 Just East of I-5 at exit 181a
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2 ~ Plymouth, MN. Dolls & Toys & Bears OH MY! Shows by Bernadette. Annual Fall Show & Sale. Crowne Plaza Hotel. 3131 Campus Drive. facebook.com/DollsToysBearsOHMY. dollstoysbearsohmy.wixsite.com/classic-layout. 2 ~ Sturbridge, MA. Sturbridge MA Fall Doll, Bear & Folk Art Show and Steiff Trunk Show. Collins Gifts. Sturbridge Host Hotel. Wendy Collins. 603-969-1699. CollinsGifts14@aol.com. www.collinsgifts.com 8-9 ~ Newark, OH. Ohio National Doll Show & Sale. A Doll Show like they used to be, JOY! The Complete Doll Buying Event with Nationally Recognized Dealers and Artists. Saturday: Lectures/Meal Events (see website for details), Sunday: Doll Show & Sale. New venue! Cherry Valley Hotel & Event Center, 2299 Cherry Valley Rd.SE, 43055. Gail Lemmon at 440-396-5386 or ohionationaldollshow@gmail.com. www.ohionationaldollshow.com. 9 ~ Bridgeton (St. Louis), MO. Doll & Bear Show & Sale. The Spirit of St. Louis Doll Club. Machinist Hall, 12365 St. Charles Rock Rd. Connie 314-440-4086. clknarr@aol.com. www.stlouisdollclub.com. 9 ~ DeWitt (Lansing), MI. Doll Show & Sale. Banquet and Conference Center of DeWitt. Sandy Johnson Barts. 269-599-1511. SJBbetsys@comcast.net. www.lansingdollshow.com. August 20 ~ Florence, SC. 35th Annual Doll & Toy Show and Sale. Pee Dee Doll Club. SiMT (Southeastern Institute of Manufacturing and Technology). 1951 Pisgah Road. Angie Hayek. ahayek73@aol.com. Call or Text 843-731-2107. facebook.com/peedee.dollclub. Adults $6.00, Children 12 & under FREE. Verbal appraisals by Robin Wyatt & Bradley Justice at $5 per item. Raffle item proceeds to benefit NC Museum of Dolls, Toys & Miniatures. The Meet Me in the Middle Doll Club, The Casper Doll Collectors Club & The United Federation of Doll Clubs Present:
CASPER DOLL SHOW & SALE
Saturday, August 27, 2022
“Where the Dolls & the Antelope Play”
Handlery Hotel
Proceeds benefit The Casper Seton House & UFDC
Cost $6.00 Under 12 free with adult
Saturday, August 20, 2022; 10am – 4pm
10 A.M. to 2 P.M.
950 Hotel Cir N, San Diego, CA 92108 Percentage of Proceeds are donated to Children’s Charities. Teddy bears to vintage doll clothing to beautiful antique dolls to unique artists’ dolls Doll stringing is available. Over 60 dealers! One of the most eclectic shows in Southern California.
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Admission: $5; Children, free Clarion Inn Platte River, 123 W E St., Casper, WY
Exhibits, Raffle Items, Door Prizes Bring this ad for $1.00 admission discount Contact: Kay: 406-360-7214 (no text), or schrader1501@blackfoot.net Karen: 970-381-9892, or ufdcrd6@ufdc.org
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9 ~ Phoenix, AZ. Valley of the Sun Annual Doll & Bear Show. No. Phoenix Baptist Church, 5757 N Central Ave, 85012. Harlene Soucy. 480-831-9081. soucy12@cox.net. Tables: Bebe Brown. 480-628-9586. bbgray23@gmail.com. 15 ~ Des Moines, IA. Happy Sisters Doll & Toy Show. American Legion Hall #374. Betty Peterson. bpcleo@netzero.com. 515-664-4992 (call or text). 15 ~ Shreveport, LA. Doll Luncheon & Show. North Louisiana Antique Doll & Toy Club. First Baptist Church, 543 Ockley Dr. Robin Grubbs. 318-780-8864. weebeetoys@bellsouth.net. Anita Berg: anitahb@mac.com. 16 ~ Cheektowaga, NY. Niagara Frontier Doll Club’s 35th Annual Show & Sale. Buffalo Airport Hotel 6600 Genesee St. Marlies Wesolowski. 716649-3305.marlieswesolowski310@gmail.com. Facebook - Niagara Frontier Doll Club’s Annual Doll Show. 20-23 ~ Baltimore, MD. Baltimore Art, Antique & Jewelry Show. Palm Beach Show Group. Baltimore Convention Center, Inner Harbor, One W. Pratt St. 561.822.5440. info@palmbeachshow.com. www. PalmBeachShowGroup.com. Sept 15-17 ~ Houston, TX. Bay Area Doll Club Festival and Doll Artisan Qualified Competition. Bay Area Doll Club. Marriott Hotel Houston, Hobby 9100 Gulf Freeway, Houston, TX 77017. Rebecca Hisle. 281-614-0077. beccasdolls@gmail.com. Must Register to attend the 3-day Festival. For more information, contact email in this listing. Sept 24, 2022 ~ Seattle, WA. Seattle Doll & Bear Show. Queens of the Doll Aisle. DoubleTree Suites by Hilton, Seattle Airport Southcenter, 16500 Southcenter Parkway, Seattle, WA 98188. Hours: 11am to 4pm. Joe Koury. joe@queensofthedollaisle.com. 650-303-4140.
Doll restoration business opportunity! Owner is retiring - Over 2,000 doll molds - 2 commercial kilns - many accessories and antique and vintage dolls ready for repair Connect at lvgdolls@gmail.com
22 ~ Jonesborough, TN. Doll Show & Sale. Jonesborough Visitor Center, 117 Boone St. Ellen Stafford. 423-753-0022. ellen@jonesdollhouse. com. Jonesdollhouse.com. 22 ~ Marietta, GA. Doll Show & Sale. Peachtree Doll Collectors. Faith Lutheran Church & School. Brenda Welker. 678-523-3150. BLWelker8@gmail.com. 22 ~ Rossford (Toledo), OH. Doll, Bear & Toy Show & Sale. Toledo Doll Show. Total Sports Rossford, 10020 S Compass Dr. Karen Kosies. toledo@dollshows.net. Call/Text 520-270-0179. www.toledodollshow.net. 23 ~ Oxnard, CA. Doll Show & Sale. 10am-3pm. World Doll Day Shows. Courtyard by Marriott, 600 E. Esplanade Drive. Mary Senko. 425-330-1770. mary.senko@comcast.net. www.worlddolldayshows.com. Calendar continued on page 80
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OCT. 2022 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 79 23 ~ Red Bank, NJ. Set Sail with Metrodolls. Luncheon and charity auction. Oyster Point Hotel. 146 Bodman Place. MetroDolls. heastore@aol.com. 267-230-3167. 23 ~ St. Charles, IL. Chicago Toy Show. Kane County Fairgrounds, Lincoln Hwy/IL Route 38. 4th Sunday of April, July & October. Herb@chicagotoyshow.com. 847-800-3009. Diana@chicagotoyshow.com. 847-772-6760. www.illinoisdollshows.com/. 27-30 ~ New York, NY. New York City Jewelry & Watch Show. Palm Beach Show Group. Metropolitan Pavilion, 125 W 18th St. 561.822.5440. info@palmbeachshow.com. www.PalmBeachShowGroup.com.
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4-7 ~ Online. Holiday Stars Teddy Bear Online Show. Valerie Rogers, 502-423-7827, brtstar1@aol. com. www.bright-star-promotions.com.
6 ~ Lancaster, PA. Doll, Toy & Teddy Bear Show. Lancaster Farm & Home Center. Ron Funk. 717-371-0395. 6 ~ Lynnwood, WA. Antique Doll & Toy Market. Embassy Suites Hotel. 20610 44th Ave. Lisa Pepin. pepins4@msn.com. 206-669-7818. 6 ~ Santa Rosa, CA. Santa Rosa Doll Show and Sale. Redwood Empire Doll and Study Club. Santa Rosa Veterans Building, 1351 Maple Ave. Kitti. 707-326-0322. santarosadollshow@gmail. com. santarosadollshow.blogspot.com.
DECEMBER 2022 2-5 ~ Online. Bear Blitz Stars Teddy Bear Online Show. Valerie Rogers. 502-423-7827. brtstar1@aol. com. www.bright-star-promotions.com.
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3-4 ~ Gaithersburg, MD. 180th Eastern National Antique, to Modern & Artist Dolls, Toys & Bears Show and Sale.250 years of Playthings from Antique, Vintage, Artist to Modern Dolls, Parts & Supplies, Laces, Ribbon, Fabric, Doll Stringing, Books, Furniture and so much more! Antique & Vintage Bears, Toys from Antique to Collectible *Limited Toys. Montgomery County Agricultural Center Building 6, 16 Chestnut St. Stephanie Bellman. 239-440-3184 (message). sbellman714@gmail.com. 6 ~ Lynnwood, WA. Antique Doll & Toy Market. Embassy Suites Hotel. 20610 44th Ave. Lisa Pepin. pepins4@msn.com. 206-669-7818.
FEBRUARY 2023 15-19 ~ Los Angeles, CA. LA Art Show. Palm Beach Show Group. Los Angeles Convention Center - West Hall. 1201 S Figueroa St. 310-822-9145. info@laartshow.com laartshow.com. 16-21 ~ Palm Beach, FL. The Palm Beach Show. Palm Beach Show Group. Palm Beach Convention Center. 561-822-5440. info@palmbeachshow.com. www.PalmBeachShowGroup.com. 17-19 ~ West Palm Beach, FL. Palm Beach Fine Craft Show. Palm Beach Show Group. Palm Beach County Convention Center, Ballroom, 650 Okeechobee Blvd. 561.822.5440. info@palmbeachshow.com. www.PalmBeachShowGroup.com.
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Rare August Alexandre Dehors featured by Jouets Simonne - A doll of sheer distinction and rarity, this classic beauty takes up all the air in the room! Regal and in spectacular condition, her beauty is deepened by the jewellike blue of her enamel eyes, the creaminess of her perfect bisque, and the graceful length of her articulated bisque arms, one artistically bent to hold her fan, handkerchief, or gloves. This early version has graceful, feminine fingers, delicately posed. This sublime poupée has the renowned realistic neck rotation Dehors patented in 1866, allowing her to incline her head in a variety of ways. Her lovely decolleté is enhanced by her magnificent royal blue & deep creme antique silk ballgown with hand-beaded passementerie fringe w/a a delicate blonde lace edge. Her stunning two-piece gown is shaped by a fantastic elongated crinoline and layers of proper undergarments, including a spectacular corset and delightful bustier. Her royal aquiline features are crowned by an original highstyled ash blonde wig in a complex arrangement and a sparkling tiara. Mlle. has lovely sapphire bracelets, matching earrings, and dazzling matching necklace. She is accompanied by a beautiful antique hand-painted silk fan and as a special surprise, two additional gorgeous wigs by the renowned artisan, Diana Boettger. She is radiant in all three and loves to change her look! This doll deserves pride of place in your stellar collection. She is truly a Queen. Price on Request
Early Block Letter F5G A gaze that melts hearts. Baby blue spiral threaded eyes, darkly rimmed with sweeping lashes, tenderly painted open lips with just a hint of tongue in a Brulike manner. Simply enchanting in a pale pink antique frock with a confection of silk ribbons, ruffles, and lace. She resides on a beautiful French ball jointed body with straight wrists. Antique shoes. Thirteen inches of bliss. Excellent! $7800
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