Oct 2009

Antique DOLL Collector October 2009 Vol. 12, No. 9

October 2009 Vol. 12, No. 9 $595 / $695 Canada www.antiquedollcollector.com

The 2009 Autumn Auction Season Begins in Theriault’s World of Dolls October 31 & November 1 in Scottsdale, Arizona At the historic Arizona Biltmore Saturday, October 31. “Last Loveliest Smile”, a catalogued auction of antique dolls. Preview 9 AM Auction 11 AM featuring two very fine private collections from North Carolina and a precious private collection of little dolls from Denmark. Catalog $49 includes priority postage and after sale prices.

Sunday, November 1. “Past Perfect”, a catalogued auction of rare and pristine 1950-era dolls of Madame Alexander, the one-owner collection of the late Martha Hester of Texas. Catalog $49 includes priority postage and after-sale prices. Preview 9 AM. Auction 11 AM. Sunday, November 1. Discovery Day auction of antique and collectible dolls. The auction is conducted in an adjacent room to the Madame Alexander auction, and one bidding card allows you to bid at either auction. Preview 9 AM. Auction 11 AM. And why not make it an extended weekend?

The auctions will be preceded by the Dollmastery Seminar, an intensive two-day hands-on study of antique dolls and antique doll costumes with Florence Theriault. Registration is very limited due to small class size. For information about attending the seminar call 800-638-0422 or email info@theriaults.com.

To order catalogs call 800-638-0422 or order online at www.theriaults.com. Five-Catalog subscriptions are available for $179 or Ten-catalog subscriptions for $299 (a 50% savings). Lots can be viewed online after October 1, 2009.

the dollmasters PO Box 151 • Annapolis, Maryland 21404 USA • Telephone 410-224-3655 • Fax 410-224-2515 • www.theriaults.com

Joyce and Vincent Lanza

We buy dolls and sell on consignment.

2137 Tomlinson Avenue Bronx, NY 10461 • 718-863-0373 email: joycedolls@aol.com

Visit my website: www.grandmasatticdolls.com 1. - 2. 21" Earliest Mark Portrait Jumeau #3 Bebe, amber p/w eyes, gorgeous pale bisque, all orig., head coil. Wears the most beautiful orig. ornate & ant. Fr. hat, "signed" Jumeau shoes. Earliest Portrait Jumeau body, oversized hands, 8 ball jointed & st. wrists. Sweetest expression EVER. Magnificent Bebe!! Rare large size! $27,500.

3. - 4. 11" Early F. G. Block Letter Bebe, bulging bl. outlined almond shaped p/w eyes, immaculate pale bisque, orig. mohair wig, stunning orig. dress, ant. shoes, ant. Fr. hat.

On orig. early gusseted kid body, perfect stance, bisque shoulder plate, lower arms & hands, desirable Bru type tongue tip & Bru look. Absolutely GORGEOUS!!! $12,750.

5. 16 1/2" S & H #908, amber p/w eyes, perfect pale bisque, early square cut teeth & orig. mohair wig, orig. costume & shoes w/ matching straw bonnet, on early 8 ball jointed st. wrist body. Made for the French trade.

5 Stunning!!! $3350.

6. - 7. 14" Tete Jumeau Bebe #4, perfect bisque, huge amber p/w eyes, luscious lashes, orig. mohair wig w/ orig. hair ribbon & head coil, wearing orig.

Jumeau dress & Fr. shoes. Her fully "signed" head & body. Replaced waist ribbon.

Tremendous presence. OUTSTANDING!!! $5775.

8. - 9. 9 1/2" Early Portrait Jumeau Bebe #0 almond shaped p/w eyes, mint pale bisque, orig. mohair wig, orig. couture dress, orig. shoes w/rosettes & matching orig. hat. Orig. early st. wrist body. Adorable tiny cabinet size & only… $14,500.

10. 5" All Bisque Baby Bo Kaye, br. sl. eyes, swivel neck, painted hair & immaculate bisque overall. Great tiny size. A little jewel & a hard find!!! $1475.

11. 7" All Bisque S & H #886, mint bisque overall, swivel neck, amber sl. eyes, molded lids, feathered brows, orig. long mohair braided wig, orig. dress, ant. silk hat, on orig. all bisque early peg strung body. Absolutely AMAZING & very desirable!!!! Only… $2650.

12. 6 1/2" S & H #719, bl. sl. eyes, mint bisque, orig. mohair wig, wears orig. aqua dress, orig.

S & H body w/jointed knees. Very rare size #719. She is darling. Was mine for many years. Gorgeous & fully couture!! $2475.

13. 8" French SFBJ #252 Pouty Toddler, br. sl. eyes, gorgeous bisque, replaced mohair wig, wears orig, sailor suit & orig. shoes & socks.

On her orig. fully jointed toddler body. Great modeling & very pouty expression. I have never seen one this small & is a little darling!!!! $6500.

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14. - 15. 15 1/2" Earliest Mark Portrait Jumeau #0 Bebe, wraparound deep amber p/w eyes, early mauve light blush under brows, mint pale bisque, orig. mohair wig, orig. couture costume, orig, shoes & ant. Fr. hat.

Has a ribbon from a 1970 Buffalo Show receiving "Favorite Doll Award". Will be your favorite too!!!! On orig. early 8 ball jointed st. wrist body. EXTRAORDINARILY beautiful!!! Only… $24,500. FIRM

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Always a varied offering of French Bebes, German character & pouty dolls, Papier Mache dolls, and assorted other dolls of interest. We also specialize in antique toys from the mid 1800`s up to the 1940`s. Current selection in picture consisting of Bru`s, Simon & Halbig 1488 character, Schmitt, Kestner pouty, #1 K. Kruse, Jumeau`s, bride & groom papier mache (w/provenance) and assorted small bisque character dolls. Please call for information.

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BUYING AND SELLING QUALITY DOLLS FOR OVER 16 YEARS 1. Rare 6 1/2" (from head to head) Sonneberg topsyturvy with early, closed mouth, white bisque doll on one side and paper mache black doll with highly detailed ethnic molding on the other. all orig. and in excellent condition. $1195.

2. 10 1/2" Door of Hope woman with bound feet and cloth arms, dating her to the early 1900's. She has a molded bun and is all orig. including her embroidered silk bound slippers. $1150.

Exhibiting: October 3 - Happy Dolling Show and Sale, Glendale CA, Civic Auditorium October 17 - Forever Young Doll Show and Sale, Pasadena CA, Pasadena Elks Lodge November 6 - 7 - Nancy Jo's Doll Show and Sale, Vallejo CA, Fairgrounds

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IDENTIFYING UNMARKED COMPOSITION DOLLS by Ursula R. Mertz Not all American composition dolls were marked, especially those made by smaller companies.

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IRRESISTIBLE GOOGLIES TREASURE HUNTING AT THE PUPPENHAUSMUSEUM IN BASEL

by Samy Odin

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TAKEDA-NINGYÔ: THE TWISTED DRAMA OF JAPANESE DOLLS

by Alan Scott Pate These singular and distinctive dolls depict boundless energy.

BECASSINE… A BELGIUM VERSION

by Marjory Fainges The little country girl from Brittany was produced with a celluloid head

by Wiltry of Belgium.

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A REAL LIVE WITCH HUNT

by Diane Domroe The author’s discovers a “Goodie Cole” doll, the only woman in New Hampshire accused of witchcraft.

About The Cover

Who doesn’t love a googlie!

Samy Odin and his father Guido visit the Puppenhausmuseum in Basel where an amazing collection of googlies delights visitors at every turn. Googlies by Armand Marseille, Heubach, Kestner, Kammer and Reinhardt, Hertel and Schwab . . . even teddy bears showcase their award winning smiles. Our cover girl is Kammer and Reinhardt’s 131 mold. Photo courtesy Basel’s Puppenhausmuseum.

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UFDC ANTIQUE COMPETITIVE EXHIBIT 2009 BLUE RIBBON WINNERS PART I Photographed at the United Federation of Doll Clubs National Convention by Keith Kaonis

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THE NATIONAL DOLL FESTIVAL JULY 11-15, 2009 Four sales rooms and 275 tables started off convention week!

Telephone (212) 787-7279 • P.O. Box 1410 • NY, NY 10023 Quality Antique Dolls by Mail Return Privilege • Layaways Member UFDC and NADDA

Thank you for your active interest in our dolls!! Call anytime for prices and accurate descriptions of our large and beautiful assortment!

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Nancy A. Smith Buying and selling quality antique dolls.

Specializing in early cloth dolls.

Member NADDA

Box 462, Natick Mass. 01760-0005 Phone: (508) 545-1424 E-Mail: nasdoll@comcast.net 8 1/2" composition Tousle Tot in original presentation, faint crazing. $550.

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WITHINGTON AUCTION, Inc. Requests the Pleasure of Your Company In Celebration of our 50th year in the DOLL AUCTION BUSINESS October 22nd & 23rd The Final Doll Auction of 2009

Thursday - Oct. 22 & Friday - Oct. 23 @ 10:00 A.M. Holiday Inn – Nashua, NH 603-888-1551 (Ask for the Doll Rate) (Pets Welcome)

Preview Party: Wednesday Evening from 7:30 - 9:30 Auction Previews: Thursday & Friday Mornings 8 - 10 & Thursday Evening 7:30 - 9:30 Check theWeb-Site for details The Final Doll Auction of 2009 will offer Two Very Full Days: Dolls, Toys, Dollhouse Miniatures

Fine Dolls from NY, MA,CT, NH & MI: Jumeaux, RD, ED, Fashions, Kestner, K * R, Simon & Halbig, Bisque Figures of Children w/ Dolls, Sebastian Miniatures, Schoenhut Roly-Poly, Charlottes, Kewpies, Spill Curl China, Door of Hope, Heubach, Kathe Kruse, Lenci, Kiddie Joy, Celluloid “Snowbaby-type” Doll in fur, Shucco perfume, Papier Mache Halloween Novelties, Baby Genius, Miss Revlon, Vogue, F & B, Dollhouse dolls, AM 233, Googlie, Early Chase dolls, Steiff – Guard Doll, Terrier; Compos, Sonja Henie, Parian, China, Baby dolls, Lg. size Bye Lo,

PLUS - Lg. Lot of Early Vintage textiles, 19th C. Doll’s clothes & Many boxes of Dollhouse Miniatures – In Storage for Many Years!!

Dolls, Furniture, Rooms, 19th C. Primitive Cabinet Doll house, Tin Litho Toys: Marx Train, Soldiers, Washing Machine, Roly-Poly Tins, Shucco Cars, Tin Kitchens, Trunks, Furniture, Shoes, Hats, Lace, Antique Cameo Collection, Costume Jewelry, Early Teddy Bears, Accessories & much MORE!

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1. 24" Simon Halbig #1488 - She is an outstanding character doll in excellent condition. Her bisque is exceptional & she has her original wig. $5950 2. 22" Phenix - This is a blue eyed beauty with lovely antique mohair wig & beautiful antique clothes & shoes. She is a very fine example & in excellent condition. $4250 3. 20" Closed Mouth Kestner - This charming German girl with her serene expression is in excellent condition. She has blue eyes, her original marked body & nice antique clothes. $2350 4. 26" Paper Mache - This wonderful early lady is in outstanding original condition. $4250 5. 15" Paper Mache - She is a very special lady in her original ethnic costume. This doll is in excellent all original condition. $1850 6. 14" J D K #211 - This "Sammy" doll is adorable in her antique dress bonnet & jacket.

She has her original wig & is in good condition. $575 7. 6" Heubach - This little flocked hair cutie is in good condition. Her little gown is antique. $275 8. 2 3/4" marked Bru Jne shoes. - They are in very good condition. $650 9. 13" Milliners Model. - This very early lady is all original & in good condition. $1450 10. 11" Belton marked #137 - This charming cabinet size all original girl is a very special doll. She has blue eyes & a great look. $1550 11. 17" Bebe Mascotte - She is a very unusual girl with blue eyes & original wig. This doll is nicely dressed in antique clothes & shoes. $3250

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Photography by Paula Claydon

An exciting group, many of them choice examples, hand picked with love from my recent trip to Paris.

More details of these are on our website, or call.

1. Enchanting 16" blue eyed EJ, in original 6. Incredibly beautiful 29" A Steiner, rare bisque hands. chemise. $11, 000 $10, 500 2. Fabulous 18" FG on kid body, with Bru like 7. 18" Hilda Toddler, absolutely adorable, orig clothes. $4500 bisque hands. $9500 8. Outstanding presentation lower drawer w/ art supplies, 3. 13" Blue eyed block letter FG, darling old sewing access, upper tier. 7 1/2" French bisque doll anchor clothes. $8300 mrk. $2900 4. 11" Brown eyed, block letter FG, precious 9. Captivating 16" blue eyed Tete, spectacular old clothes. clothes. $6000 $6000 5. 25" DEP Jumeau, cl. mouth beautifully 10. 6" adorable FG in scroll, vintage clothes, a little Gem. detailed clothes. $4200 $4000

Please see our website or call for more details, and lots more pictures

www.evelynphillipsdolls.com

Enjoy the beautiful coastal village of Camden, Maine located on the pristine Penobscot Bay. 49 Bay View Street, Camden, ME 04843 We are open 10:00 -4:00 Fridays and Saturdays until Christmas. email: lucysdollhouse49@roadrunner.com Phone 207-236-4122 Fax 207-236-4377 Lucy Morgan & Susan Singer, proprietors Large scale marble Beidermeier desk 6” tall x 6-1/2” wide $650.

German paper mache glass eyed cow candy container 6-1/2” long $450 and German paper mache rooster candy container 4-1/4” tall $295.

Large scale Biedermeier marble top table 6-3/4” long $450 with six chairs (two arm chairs 6” tall and 4 side chairs 5-1/4” tall $695.

6” wax doll $595.

Darling all bisque German baby 4” tall in a basket $125.

Large scale Biedermeier china cabinet 7-1/2” tall x 5-1/4” wide - $395.

Wonderful 8-1/2” tall goose candy container squeek toy $595.

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Adorable all-bisque googlies 9” Our Fairy by Hertel & Schwab & 8” Geb. Heubach mold 8578 will be joined by several other tiny googly-eyed dolls looking for new homes.

ver 65 antique all-bisque dolls, wonderful french bebes, German characters, and doll accessories of miniature size, plus the Kewpie collection of the late Mona nevins of california, along with some select hard plastic dolls by Vogue and Alexander will go under the hammer at frasher’s november 7 and 8 auction. All will be offered in the aptly titled cataloged sale “All About small”. the auction will feature the estate collection of a ufdc Member who was a particularly avid collector of all-bisque dolls, and all things of small size, including trinket boxes, half dolls, and piano baby figures. Also selling in this auction the estate Kewpie collection of Mona nevins, founder of the california Kewpie “crona” doll club. the auction will be held near the Kansas city international Airport at the Kci expo center. A beautiful 80-page color catalog features nearly 400 items and is available for the price of $39.00. internet bidding will also possible @liveauctioneers.com.

Bru Jne Bebe in factory costume with palest bisque and penetrating blue eyes.

Right: Just one of the several examples of the Kestner all-bisque “wrestler”.

Below: Several action Kewpies and Jasperware pieces will be offered.

Pretty cabinet-size S & H 939 with her Marklin carriage and baby.

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Especially fine example of the rare Simon & Halbig 1303 lady doll.

A rare 14” example of Kestner’s “Siegfried Baby.

Especially lovely French “P.D.” bebe with metal hands

by Petit & Dumontier.

Rare 6” all-bisque Chinese character baby by Kestner in original box.

From an extraordinary assemblage of all bisque, are these two desirable Kestner barefoot dolls.

More Auction Gallery on page 44

Phone: 718-859-0901 Fax: 347-663-4441

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FRAMED: 18” HERTEL & SCHWAB 142 CHARACTER BABY Beautiful blue sleep eyes, open/closed mouth, pretty antique costume and beautiful antique bonnet. PERFECT. ............ $750.

1. 20” TETE JUMEAU BEBE ALL ORIGINAL with Original Jumeau parasol & Signed Jumeau Shoes Wearing Spectacular Antique Costume Huge Blue PW eyes, Early straight wrist signed body, PERFECT Condition! Bonus – Original Greyhound head parasol. JUST AMAZING! THE EJ LOOK!!....................................................................................................................................... $7500.

2. 17” PARIS BEBE BY DELACROIX in Factory Chemise & Antique Dress Gorgeous pale, milky bisque closed mouth, gorgeous blue PW eyes, wonderful antique costume and factory chemise, antique shoes, wonderful mohair wig. Perfect and charming! ....................................... $3000.

3. 14” FASHION POUPEE BY FRANCOIS GAULTIER in ORIGINAL WEDDING DRESS Pressed bisque swivel head on bisque shoulderplate, Blue PW eyes, closed mouth, lovely kidskin fashion body, gorgeous costume! Perfect for your display! .............................................. $2600.

4. 24” SUPER RARE & CHUNKY GEBRUDER HEUBACH 10617 TODDLER in Antique dress circa 1915. Brown sleep eyes, original toddler body,—PERFECT head-some body repair! Wonderful and rare toddler. .................................................................................................... $1950.

5. 20” SFBJ DEPOSE ANTIQUE FRENCH BEBE DOLL! Gorgeous huge blue paperweight eyes, original French body, nice antique dress. Faint hairline. A Pretty Frenchie! ........................$1100.

6. 26” KAMMER & REINHARDT 117n “MEIN LIBLING” ALL ORIGINAL Blue flirty eyes w/ tin sleep lids, lovely original blond human hair wig. She is on a wonderful mint teen-aged body with high knees. Superb antique white dress and antique shoes.

A REAL TREAT! ..................................................................................................................................... $2300.

7. to 10. Full shots of numbers 1 to 4 respectively.

11. 15” KAMMER & REINHARDT 122 CHARACTER TODDLER Wonderful antique toddler is so cute with gorgeous brown sleep eyes, wonderful antique dress and two toned shoes.

Fully jointed slant hip toddler body, original brown wig plus extra wig. WOW! ....................... $1400.

ALSO! JUMEAUX, STEINERS, FGs, SFBJs, FRENCH FASHIONS, BLACK BISQUE, CHARACTERS & DOLLIES, HEUBACHS, PLUS++++ NO COMPUTER? CALL FOR MY ILLUSTRATED DOLL LIST WITH MORE THAN 100 ANTIQUE DOLLS FOR SALE! DOLLS FULLY GUARANTEED IN WRITING — 3 DAY RETURN PRIVILEGE! ASK ABOUT OUR GENEROUS 8 MONTH LAYAWAY POLICY! Visit more than 100 more antique dolls on my RUBY LANE SITE! www.rubylane.com/shops/kathylibratysantiques For a real treat, visit my AWARD WINNING WEBSITE to see 100 MORE dolls

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17” #4 Jumeau French Fashion, swivel head on leather body, brown wrap around eyes, lovely HH wig with braids, antique type rust colored linen walking suit, pierced ears w/ antique earrings $2800.00

18” Lever Eyed J. Steiner Bte FGBG Paris F1 re A 11 with Bisque Hands, crier in body, antique clothes, shoes and hat, great expression, beautiful shading above eyes, HH wig $6900.00

16” SFBJ #247 Twirp Toddler, o/c mouth w/ molded teeth, blonde HH wig, adorable upturned nose, blue sleep eyes $1850.00

21” S & H 1329 Oriental all original in traditional Chinese outfit w/ three frog closures (some fading ), straw slippers, pierced ears $2800.00

3” Kewpie Doodle Dog with copyright mark, blue wigs, fabulous coloring and expression $1700.00

20” C/M Bebe Steiner 6 Figure A, marked Steiner body w/ stiff wrists, antique dress & hat, shadowing above blue eyes, HH wig, pierced ears, lovely expression $5500.00

12” #111 Series Lenci 1929 all original, adorable brown eyes, green felt dress with organdy puff sleeves and collar, felt shoes and upturned brim hat adorned with flowers $650.00

26” K star R Simon & Halbig #73, nice ball jointed body, blue sleep eyes, great 5 1/2” Kewpie with O’Neill on feet, eyes to expression $695.00 the left, adorable painting $165.00 4 1/2” Kewpie with Kewpie Germany sticker on chest and copyright sticker on back, original leather like belt $195.00

12” Madame Alexander Lissy Face Little Women, all original with tagged dresses Jo - red dress $125.00 Meg - pink dress $125.00, Beth - Aqua and white dress $125.00 Amy - yellow dress $150.00

23” Dolly Dimple Heubach Character, DEP 8 Germany 10 17 ½” Wrap Around Blue 1/2, original dress, slip & bonnet, o/m w/ molded tongue, Eyed Jumeau, bisque lovely dimples and wonderful smile $3100.00 hands, leather & wood arms, c/m, swivel head, kid body, slight hairline left forehead, professional repair on shoulder plate, antique dress & hat $2800.00 Special $2695.00

14” German Heinrich Handwerck Simon & Halbig, body stamped in red “Pariser Duakassne, Kgl HF Laverander Ostagade 22, blue sleep eyes, original blonde mohair wig, molded eyebrows, open mouth with teeth $495.00

16” Kestner #257 Baby, brown sleep eyes, o/m w/ teeth & molded tongue, original mohair wig, antique baby gown $550.00 11” S & Q Schuetsmeister & Quendt #201 Toddler, small hairline back of head, 5 piece body, blue sleep eyes, o/m w/ teeth $275.00

19” Kestner 168 all original in lovely cranberry woolen drop waist dress, undergarments, fabulous mohair wig & plaster pate, blue sleep eyes, o/m with teeth, lovely ball jointed body, replaced leather shoes & stockings $750.00

15” Sonja Henie by Alexander, in original nightgown, bra and panties from trunk set, mohair wig in original set, brown sleep eyes $475.00 14” 1929 Effanbee Skippy in original sailor suit, blue painted eyes, replaced hat $425.00 9 1/2” 1929 Joseph Kallas Margie, sticker on body, all original wood and compo body, painted blue eyes $165.00

LOOkING FORWARD TO MeeTING yOU AT THe FOLLOWING SHOWS: Sunday October 25 Kane County Fairgrounds, St Charles, IL Toy & Doll Show 36th year Sunday November 22, Doll & Teddy Bear Show & Sale, Hilton Lisle/ Naperville, IL

16” K star R 116 on original Toddler Body w/ celluloid hands, beautifully molded dome head and open/closed mouth, great expression, stationary blue eyes, eye flake lower right eye $2495.00

20” #137 12 French type Belton, fabulous blue gray paperweight eyes, ball jointed stiff wrist body, lovely antique cotton & lace dress, HH wig, pierced ears w/ earrings $2500.00 15” C/M FG 5, blue paperweight eyes, stiff wrist Gesland body, mohair wig, antique dress with lace & tucks, undergarments, leather shoes, pierced ears, antique French earrings $4650.00

33” Simon & Halbig K star R, blue sleep eyes, mohair wig, original ball jointed body, antique dress, new leather shoes, o/m with teeth, lovely coloring, a great doll $875.00

Paper Dolls Mint & Uncut Queen Holden’s Kit Whitman 1952 $98.50 Gloria Jean Universal Star #1661 Saalfield $185.00 Sapphire Queen of the Night Clubs #901, Reuben H. Lilja & Co. Chicago, IL $150.00 Mary Hartline TV’s Golden Princess #2044, Whitman 1955 $115.00 Eve Arden #158510 Saalfield 1953 $115.00 Mary Martin Dolls & Costumes in box (box as is) #448 Saalfield 1942 $150.00 Annie Oakley #2043 Whitman 1954 $95.00 Loretta Young #1614 Saalfield $115.00

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IRRESIST IBLE GOOGLIES Treasure Hunting at the Puppenhausmuseum in Basel

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always enjoyed googlies but, recently, my passion for these “smile producers” grew even more, in combination with my father’s, who always has been a googly addict.

We both had a great time during our regular visit at the Puppenhausmuseum in Basel, where we always try not to miss any of their spectacular special exhibitions.

After discovering the fantastic temporary exhibit of Margarete Steiff’s early creations, we had such fun hunting for googlies in the various floors of the museum, filled with every possible marvel. We came up with more than thirty Photo 2

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of them! Can you believe it? Googlies and more googlies showing up in every unexpected corner, adding some humor to the superb displays in those luxury showcases.

Their variety is thrilling, for it covers from the more classic examples to the rarest.

The #323 series by Armand Marseille, to begin with, is charming. A favorite of Laura Sinanovitch, the museum’s curator, these essential googlies are featured in the museum’s collection from the cutest 5” to the most impressive 15” (photos 1-4).

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Even though it is commonly assumed that the googlies were an unsuccessful plaything when they first came on the market, the #323 mold could be considered an exception. In fact, this type of googlyeyed doll can be found in numerous doll collections and the wide range of different sizes made from this particular mold suggests a quite remarkable mass production.

Armand Marseille’s googlies were, most likely, highly appreciated by children and adults during the early decades of the 20th century and they keep on stealing the hearts of today’s doll collectors.

All of the AM #323 googlies displayed in the museum have a five piece compo body with straight limbs and molded and painted socks and shoes, except for a big sized boy, assembled on a fully articulated toddler wooden and compo body with ball joints and unusual baseball attire, evoking the legendary San Francisco “Giants” team (photo 5). The popularity of this particular mold ensues from its very appealing smiling expression, a combination of sweetness and mischievousness.

Other molds by Armand Marseille are also featured in the museum’s collection. For example, the #241

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As both of us are particularly fond of the Heubach side-glancing characters, we appreciated all the more the few examples of this firm which were displayed here and there. For example, we melted for that lovely altar boy, singing some hymn in one of the showcases devoted to the religious theme (photo 8).

We also enjoyed that impish small winker, lying on the pillow of a bigger all-bisque Jesus baby, in the bedtime display (photo 9). A bigger, and most desirable winker by the Heubach Gebrüder company, wearing a mariner costume, resides on the second floor (photo 10). By far, the Heubach googly we like the best out of this collection is an Einco boy, in a nice medium size, wearing a highly colored traditional shepherd costume, with the typical lambs wool vest and black felt trousers and matching hat (photo 11). Mind the slippery floor in front of this particular showcase, drooling drops might be dangerous!

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Kestner is another highly respected doll maker who created some extraordinary googlies. A few all-bisque examples warm the visitors up, displayed in several miniature settings (photos 12-13). The main course, however, consists in not less than four 221 models! The smallest is a delightful surprise ia a special showcase devoted to toiletries (photo 14). Another one is assembled on a baby bent-limbed body and looks quite intrigued by the insect that he just found in the back yard (photo 15). A bigger girl, with impertinent blonde braids, wears an impeccable mariner costume, standing down on the left of a showcase on the second floor. Be careful not to miss her, she is a heart stealer (photo 16). The biggest and most impressive #221 is parading in his best raincoat in a wonderful showcase on the fourth floor. As soon as you get off the elevator, look to the left. There he is. I wish I could simply show him the way to get to Paris but, presently, he is too happy to share the company of a not less outstanding Kämmer & Reinhardt #131 girl in a 16” size, also wearing a raincoat and matching umbrella (photo 17).

Another couple of rare side-glancing characters by Kämmer & Reinhardt, featured in the Basel museum’s collection, is the elusive pair of Max and Moritz, molds #123 and #124, in the desirable 16” version. Factory originally dressed, this naughty pair is highlighting a quite extensive collection of Max and Moritz related playthings, beautifully displayed on the second floor (photo 18).

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Also worth mentioning are the impish characters

by Hertel & Schwab. Especially that small Jubilee googly #163 with molded hair on the second floor, wearing a lovely colorful printed cotton dress with frilly underwear (photo 19). Her bigger sister, a very impressive two-faced googly, standing around 20” is displayed on the fourth floor. Yes, indeed! Another nice boy googly has been dressed and combed as to represent Moritz, the famous cartoon character by Wilhelm Busch (photo 20). Finally, a big Hertel & Schwab boy, standing 18”, is displayed in a fairground themed setting, holding a violin. It has been made out of the #173 mold and assembled on a fully articulated wooden and compo body with ball joints. Look at that face! He is so proud and happy to have achieved his music performance (photo 21).

Our hunt would not be complete without mentioning two more exquisite dolls. The first is on display on the fourth floor. It is the smiling keeper of an incredible drug-store, filled with every possible miniature product. It was made by the Demalcol Company during the 1920s and properly dressed in a checkered brown suit. (photo 22) The last side-glancing character we spotted on the fourth floor is a terrific all bisque “Our Fairy”, with a shy expression, as if feeling intimidated of being displayed almost in the nude (photo 23).

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Once one gets hooked by the “googlie attitude”, one ends up spotting anything coming close to that “look”.

After finding the dolls, one can start concentrating on the teddy bears and, believe it or not, there are several googly-eyed teddies in the museum collection as well! In particular, the American Berryman teddy by Ideal (photo 24), his astonished cousin from an uncertain American maker (photo 25), and an irresistible Knickerbocker, looking at a fly on top of its nose (photo 26).

Now, whenever you feel stressed, lonely, unhappy, don’t despair, consider a visit to the Puppenhausmuseum, where your depression will promptly disappear.

Before leaving the museum, treat yourself with a delicious chestnut dessert at their indoor café and make sure to order a hot pepper chocolate. . . you will then immediately look like a googly yourself!

Photo 26 Acknowledgments The author is grateful to Laura Sinanovitch for sharing photos and information about the googlies exhibited in the permanent collection of the Puppenhausmuseum in Basel.

Bibliography Cieslik, J. & M., German Doll Encyclopedia, Hobby House Press, 1984 Coleman, D., E. & E., The Collector’s Encyclopedia of Dolls, Vol. I and II, Crown, 1968 and 1986 Foulke, J., Kestner, King of Dollmakers, Hobby House Press, 1982 Foulke, J., Simon & Halbig Dolls, Hobby House Press, 1984 Ladensack, A., The History and Art of Googlies, Hobby House Press, 2002

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1. 21" Very early model by JD Kestner. Marked "11" only. Brown sleep eyes, square cut teeth, plaster pate, original mohair wig (sparse), riveted kid body, original antique undies with nice replaced dress and silk bonnet. Beautiful pale bisque! Darling facial expression! $1095 2. 23" "Baby Blanche" by Simon and Halbig. Blue sleep eyes, open mouth, pierced ears, human hair wig, antique clothing and shoes with replaced socks. This is a beautiful girl with such a sweet face. Often hard to find and often easy to love!! $595 3. 15" Kammer & Reinhardt #121 Toddler Antique Doll. Sweet and happy toddler girl that will bring joy to all who visit her! She has a delightful face with beautiful working blue sleep eyes. Her precious mouth is open and reveals two upper teeth and a tongue. Her antique arms and hands may be old replacements because they are a little long for her. I do like the way her hands form an almost heart shape when placed together! Antique clothing, shoes, replaced human hair wig. This one will steal your heart away!!! $900 4. Take a look at this exquisite 14" Rabery Delphieu antique French Bebe! She will melt your heart! This beauty boasts her original French provincial costume, stockings, shoes and wig! Gorgeous blue paperweight eyes, closed mouth, pull string crier body (works!), original cork pate, pierced ears, some firing lines at ears. Very charming doll with outstanding costume!!! She is all ready for your cabinet! $2350

5. 23" Kestner Mold # 147 bisque socket head on ball jointed body with its original finish. Look at this beauty! She has breathtaking brown sleep eyes that are surrounded with painted lashes and wonderful dark brows. She is wearing her family's antique clothing, shoes and her original wig and plaster pate. This little darling is a special angel! $825 6. 22" G & S Child doll ca. 1900. Bisque socket head that is incised with G&S4 Germany. Luminous blue sleep eyes with mohair lashes, molded eyebrows open mouth with teeth, mohair wig and antique clothing. She has a beauty mark on one cheek (firing speck). She is a bit shy but very sweet! $595 7. 30" Wicked Stepmother composition 1930's doll. Wonderful rare and especially "evil"! Amazing painted eyes with lashes and fantastic shadow! Original costume. Lady composition five piece body with socket head. Some professional repaint to lower face and body. When have you ever seen her!! $1195 / 18" Madame Alexander Snow White composition 1930's doll. Original costume and wig! $650 8. 21" Kammer & Reinhardt- Simon & Halbig Mold #403 with Walker type composition body. When her legs are moved back and forth, her head turns from side to side. This precious girl has sleep eyes, open mouth, antique dress and a nice human hair wig. She will bring a smile to your face! $625 9. 16" Character toddler by Franz Schmidt. This wonderful girl is in very fine condition! Brown sleep eyes, pierced nostrils, expressive happy face! Panne silk velvet dress with chocolate ribbon. She is simply irresistible! $695

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LEARNING ABOUT AMERICAN-MADE DOLLS

Identifying Unmarked Composition Dolls

by Ursula R. Mertz Photos Otto Mertz

Myrtle by the Cameo Doll Company (1922 +)

There are no markings on this doll. But even if this pert and alive looking little girl had been found without clothes, it would have been obvious that she represents a comic character. Luckily, this doll came with a paper hang tag that There are no marks on this identifies her as “Myrtle, A Cameo 14” doll. Her paper hang tag Doll.” The Cameo Doll Company was reads: Myrtle // A // Cameo Doll. owned by Mr. Joseph L. Kallus, artist and She is made of all composition and designer of many excellent character dolls, is fully jointed. Her painted black hair features a middle part and comes to comic and otherwise. a point in front. A drill hole on each Myrtle was created by Dudley Fisher (1890side of the head accommodates 1951), who was employed by the Columbus black yarn pigtails tied with red Ohio Dispatch. In 1937 Fisher created a “one ribbons. They are fastened to her up turned, blue felt hat. She panel” cartoon for the Sunday edition of this has painted black eyes and an newspaper called “Right Around Home.” open/closed mouth. Dress, King Features picked it up and asked Fisher hat, shoes and socks are to make it a daily and also took on national all original. distribution. The comic strip dealt with life in a suburban neighborhood. One of the neighborhood kids that popped up more often and gained a following was Myrtle. In 1942, the name of the strip was changed to “Myrtle” and she was seen every day. Dudley Fisher continued drawing Myrtle until his death in 1951. Sometime after, the name of the comic strip was changed back to “Right Around Home.” Myrtle was still the main character, and the strip was now drawn by Fisher’s assistant, Bob Vittur. In 1952 Vittur changed the name to “Right around Home With Myrtle.” With this name the comic strip continued to be distributed nationally until 1964 when it was discontinued.

The Myrtle doll must not have been as popular with kids as, for example, Little Orphan Annie and her dog Sandy, as she is less often seen.

However, with her lively expression, saucy hat and black curled-up pigtails she is a very desirable addition to a collection of comic strip character dolls.

Patsy Look-alike by the Natural Doll Co. Inc.

Just as for Myrtle, there are no markings on the doll to identify her. Only her original paper tag tells us that she was sold by the Natural Doll Co. Inc. As the tag points out, this company was established in 1915, and sold “A Quality Line of Dolls at Popular Prices,” which implied dolls of lesser quality than those sold by Effanbee.

During the 1930’s The Natural Doll Co. frequently advertised in the trade magazines. The illustrations of these ads lead one to the conclusion that the company copied quite closely the sales leaders of the day. A fullpage ad in the Playthings issue of April 1932 announced their Baby Vivian, an all composition, puffy cheeked baby that closely resembled Horsman’s Baby Buttercup. Another ad dated April 1933 was illustrated with a doll that looks like Effanbee’s Lovums, and an ad from June 1936 shows a

Single frame from “Right Around Home,” created by Dudley Fisher and distributed

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Close up of original tag of Natural’s ‘Patsy look-alike.’

This 13” ‘Patsy look-alike is not marked. She is made of all composition and is fully jointed. She has molded, painted light brown hair, blue tin sleep eyes, and a painted, closed mouth.

She is all original, including shoes and socks.

The two close-up pictures of the head are provided so that collectors can positively identify their Patsy look-alike by comparing the very distinctive curls.

This 9” walking doll is all original and well preserved.

There are no marks on this 9” walking doll. She has been redressed.

stocky all composition toddler called Chubby that could be mistaken for a Dionne Quintuplet and a girl with corkscrew curls in the manner of Shirley Temple.

Effanbee’s Patsy was introduced in 1928 and met with instant success. Her molded, very short and straight bobbed hair, tiny rosebud mouth and shapely legs reflected modern ideas of beauty and style.

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9” Twidele Toes undressed. She is made of all composition and features a blonde mohair wig, painted blue eyes and a closed mouth. Only her arms are jointed.

Front panel of box belonging to all original walking doll, stating her name: “Twidele Toes.”

Monica’s red dress was edged with machine embroidered white cotton trim at neck, short sleeves and hem.

the eyelashes, brows and pert tiny mouth carefully painted. The cheek blush was evenly applied. All these features and her all original well preserved condition make her a very desirable collectible.

Twidele Toes, The Magic Walking Doll of the Doll Art Co., Inc. N.Y. N.Y

There is no information available on the Doll Art Co. of New York City. It is assumed that they were a small establishment that bought their dolls from larger companies. These small outfitters did not advertise in the trade magazines and are difficult to research. We are fortunate when their products are found in original boxes or identified by paper tags.

The first of two nine-inch novelties has a bell shaped body and wooden, moving feet. She was found in played with condition and no identification. Was she a dancing doll? When gently pushed on one side, she turned gingerly.

It was the original box of the second doll that revealed her fancy, odd name and the fact that she is a walker. When put on a board with a gentle incline, she will walk. It turned out that the first doll with the wooden feet was the more accomplished walker.

The second, all original one, which was outfitted with a plastic walking mechanism, has trouble with her balance. The plastic feet were made shorter than the previous, wooden ones. That might account for her

This all composition Monica is 20” tall, made of all composition and fully jointed.

Her painted blue eyes have rays scratched into the irises. Her mouth is closed. Her inset brown human hair is lightly curled.

She is all original.

balance problems. The change from wood to plastic also suggests a time frame for this toy. It was probably sold between 1945 and 1950, the period when manufacturers changed to plastic for making toys.

The Monica Doll – Monica Doll Studios, Hollywood, California (1942-1052)

Mrs. Hansi Share of the Monica Doll Studios created the Monica dolls. They were the first and only composition dolls produced with implanted, human hair. Advertising for these dolls informed little girls that the “rooted” hair could be combed just like their own. The Monica dolls are never marked.

The Monica doll illustrated here was featured in the Montgomery Ward catalogue of 1946. She was twenty inches tall and called “Fairy Tale Princess.”

She retailed for $22.95, which seems to be an astounding sum for the time. A 17” Monica also offered on the same page sold for $19.95. The average price of the other dolls pictured on the same page was around seven or eight dollars.

Obviously, this Monica doll was a luxury model.

Not only were dress, felt coat and hat carefully sewn and embellished with various braids and trims, but even slip and panties were edged with red and white braid. It was pointed out that the clothes feature snap closings. Good quality oilcloth shoes complete her outfit.

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1. A truly lovely early Beidermier China - (circa 1850) - beautiful smiling face w/ Icelandic blue painted eyes - lovely human hair braided wig - china arms & legs - wondrous - 20” tall - $1,495.

2. Rare & wonderful very early nun by François Gautier (FG) - early hand pressed bisque w/ artist quality hand painted features - soft arched brows over Icelandic blue eyes - original body - 9” tall $1,495.

3. Just as wonderful as he can be is this ever so rare little shelf size character by Greburder Knoch - mold #206 - superlative bisque w/ wondrous hand painted facial features - soft arched fawn shaded brows over deep intaglio blue eyes w/ that ever so rare open/closed mouth - to add to his wonderment & delight - he’s on a five piece toddler body - doll values list him as being very rare just adorable - 11”tall - $1,295.

4. Wonderful & oh so rare to find utterly charming black bisque character by Bahr & Proschild - mold #277 - exceptional high quality bisque w/ excellent hand painted facial features - soft arched dark brows over enormous chestnut brown eyes - slightly open smiling mouth w/ soft cherry shading original early straight wrist body - wonderful shelf size - 11” tall - $1,495.

5. Just as wondrous as she can be is “Miss Madelaine du Bain” by Madame Alexander (1938)- rare 11” size - all original - super compo - great condition - $895.

6. Oh how cute - all original - all bisque pair of those always desirable Mr. & Mrs. Happifats - excellent bisque - perfect condition - 5” tall - $795 for the pair.

7. Another extremely rare compo character - this is “Snookums” by Georgene Averill - this adorable character with his tuft of hair was originally from the comic strip “The Newlyweds” - later made into a movie by universal this compo character was copied from Sunny McKeen who played baby Snookums in the movie - all original - excellent condition - 15” tall - $795.

8. Here at Roberta’s we don’t do a lot of hard plastic - however we all fell in love with this sweet little character - so here is a not often found Madame Alexander - tagged“ Guardian Angel” - all original including her harp & halo - excellent unplayed with condition - 8” tall - $995.

9. Truly exceptionally beautiful brown bisque character by Heinrich Handwerck - exceptional high quality bisque with wondrous hand painted facial features - soft arched feathered brows over chestnut brown sleep eyes - slightly open smiling mouth w/ soft cherry shading - beautiful original fully jointed body - 15” tall - $1,995.

10. Another exceptionally rare compo character - this is an all original “Campbell Kid” by American Character - marked “Petite” - entirely different form the Horsman “Campbell Kid” - this adorable child has a very round face & that precious watermelon smile - excellent condition - 13” tall - $895.

11. Extremely rare & very early Simon & Halbig - mold #739 - made for the French trade - soft as butter bisque w/ first out if the mold quality - wondrous hand painted facial features w/ soft arched brows over long lushes lashes surrounding enormous spiral treaded heather blue paperweight eyes - slightly open mouth w/ soft amber shading - tiny porcelain teeth - early straight wrist body - 17” tall - $2,495.

12. Just as sweet & adorable as they can be are these two all original “Just Me” googlies by Armand Marseille - we all love that sweet little face w/ that pert little mouth - both are in excellent all original condition. A - bisque w/ blue eyes - 8” tall - $1,995. B - painted bisque w/ blue eyes - 8” tall - $1,495.

13. Lovely open mouth French bebé marked “H” - made by Fleischmann & Bloedel- nice high quality French bisque w/ wondrous hand painted facial features - soft arched feathered brows over enormous deep blue paperweight eyes - open smiling mouth w/ soft amber shading - early fully jointed straight wrist French body - 17” tall - $1,995.

14. Extremely rare closed mouth pouty character by Recknagel - soft as butter bisque w/ first out of the mold quality - deep intaglio blue eyes - closed exaggerated pouty mouth - great character face - fully jointed body - 17” tall - $1,495.

15. Two wonderful small shelf size kids - just perfect for your collection. A) Wonderful brown bisque native child by Ernst Heubach - mold #399 - 10” tall - $695. B) Adorable #341 toddler by Armand Marseille - 8” tall - $495.

16. Amazingly wonderful large size set of “Dionne Quints” by Madame Alexander - super wonderful condition - chestnut brown sleep eyes w/ human hair lashes - original tagged clothes & their name bibs - 17” tall - $2,995.

17. Wonderful large size “frozen Charlie” w/ extremely desirable pink tint - deeply molded café-au-lait hair w/ lots of those very desirable wisps around that amazing face - Icelandic blue eyes - deeply detailed hands & feet - 13” tall - $1,295.

18. Extremely rare open/closed mouth character boy by Otto Gans - marked “G” - 4 - solid dome bisque head w/ molded painted hair - wondrous hand painted facial features w/ exceptionally large cobalt blue intaglio eyes - open/closed mouth w/ mold teeth & tongue - note the unique dimples & Clark Gable ears - flange neck bisque head on cloth body w/ lower compo rams - 25” tall $1,495.

19. Exceptionally beautiful Jumeau fashion w/ early almond eyes - lovely hand poured French bisque w/ wondrous hand painted facial features - soft arched feathered brows over lovely spiral threaded heather blue paperweight eyes w/ early outline - closed pert pouty mouth w/outlined rose shaded lips - firm upright original body - oh-h-h-h- we found a hairline - under her wig - so-o-o-o instead of being $4,995 her very special price is only $2,500.

20. Wonderful large size rare to find “Miss Liberty” Parian - (circa 1860’s) exceptional high quality Parian bisque w/ such a gorgeous face - soft feathered brows over outlined Icelandic blue eyes blonde molded hair w/ gilded gold crown & earrings - hair in back has two ribbons that linger on her gracious neck w/ upswept double rolled bun - 24” tall $1,495.

21. Rare & wonderful as she can be is this exceptionally beautiful “Miss Curity” - near mint condition w/ great compo - gorgeous blue sleep eyes w/ that always desirable eye shadow - original tagged clothes - breathtaking - 20” tall - $995.

22. Two beautiful examples of the model #405 by Schoenhut - both are in great condition - both have heir original wigs - both are just as cute as they can be - left has dark hair & brown eyes - 15” tall right is blonde w/ blue eyes 14” tall - $1,695. Each 23. A truly beautiful character child by Heinrich Handwerck - wondrous bisque w/ lovely hand painted facial features - soft arched feathered brows over enormous deep blue sleep eyes - slightly open mouth with outlined amber shaded lips - fully jointed compo body - 24” tall - $995.

24. Utterly adorable toddler character boy by Revelo (heads made by Heubach) - exceptionally high quality bisque w/ wondrous hand painted facial features - soft arched feathered brows over enormous heather blue sleep eyes w/ human hair upper lashes - slightly open smiling mouth w/ amber shading to make him even more delightful - he’s on a fully jointed toddler body - 15” tall - $1,295.

25. Two wonderful all original Effanbee kids from the “Patsy family: standing - “Patricia” - great compo - beautiful eyes - 15”tall - $595. Sitting - molded hair “Patsy Baby - tagged clothes - bracelet - 11” tall - $595.

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26. Another wonderful super sized baby - this on is by Cuno & Otto Dressel - utterly adorable face with wondrous hand painted facial features - arched feathered brows over enormous flirty baby blue eyes with human hair upper lashes - open laughing mouth - original five piece baby body 25” - $995.

27. Rare & just as wonderful as she can be is “Mon Tresor” by Henri Rostel - a truly lovely open mouth French bebé - exceptional hand poured French bisque w/ wondrous hand painted facial features - soft arched feathered brows over wistful lashes surrounding chestnut brown glass eyes - slightly open outlined mouth w/ soft amber shading - original fully jointed French body - 18” tall - $1,995.

28. Extremely rare all bisque baby in a super large size by Hertel & Schwab - excellent al original condition - superlative bisque - sweet loving face w/ Icelandic blue painted eyes - adorable - 12” tall $1,295.

29. Exceptionally beautiful Simon & Halbig #1009 - soft as butter bisque with first out of the mold quality - soft feathered brows over enormous lapis blue sleep eyes - open mouth with outlined amber shaded lips - original fully jointed compo body- 24” tall - $1,295.

30. Rare & ever so wonderful glass eyed shoulder head lady by Simon & Halbig - (circa 1870’s) exceptionally beautiful with amazing hand painted facial features - soft arched feathered brows over enormous heather blue spiral treaded eyes - closed slightly smiling mouth w/ soft rose shading - precious pierced ears - to add to her wonderment her shoulder plate has a very fancy beaded collar - original body - 22” tall. - $2,495.

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31. Rarely found & always desirable Kestner character child - mold #214 exceptional high quality bisque with lovely hand painted facial features - soft arched feathered brows over large heather blue sleep eyes - slightly open pouty mouth w/ upper teeth & soft amber shading - original fully jointed compo body - 27” tall - $1,295.

32. Utterly adorable early Gebruder Heubach pouty character in his factory original clothes - exceptional high quality pink bisque - sweet shoulder head w/ an amazing pouty face - deep blue intaglio eyes - lovely artist quality hand painted facial features - pink muslin body w/ compo lower limbs factory original cotton chemise - he carries his teddy - 10” tall - $995.

33. Rarely found and ever so adorable Kestner #257 toddler - another very happy child - with exceptional bisque and wondrous hand painted facial features - gorgeous aqua-blue sleep eyes - open laughing mouth - he’s on an exceptional five piece toddler body - wonderful - 18” tall - $1,995.

34. Amazing pair of Mollye’s Raggedy Ann & Andy - (circa 1935) all original w/ fully marked bodies - outlined noses - good condition - Andy has original hanging tag on arm - 18” tall - $2,995 for the pair 35. Great big beautiful “Dainty Dorothy” by Gebruder Heubach -mold #10633 - exceptional high quality flawless bisque with lovely hand painted facial features soft arched feathered brows over enormous heather blue sleep eyes - slightly open mouth with soft amber shading - original body with paper label - 24” tall - $1,495.

36. Amazing & rare is this wondrous 1840”s China w/ such a very unusual hairstyle - center parted black hair w/ flowing molded folds forming under her ears & going back into a three fold criss cross bun - exceptionally beautiful face w/ lovely hand painted facial features - just a hint of eye shadow over her Icelandic blue eyes - extremely pert smiling mouth w/ white line -lovely early straight hands & flat feet - 24” tall - $6,500.

37. Truly lovely doll sized French armoire - wonderful carved mahogany w/ exterior beveling & arched top - three interior shelves & one lower drawer original brass fixtures - original rich color & patina - 25”tx16”wx8”d - $995.

38. Two utterly adorable all bisque “Bye-Lo Babies”: A) 7” painted eye - jointed shoulders & hips - paper label on chest. $795. B) 4” painted eye w/ cradle - $495.

39. Wonderful large size charter child by Heinrich Handwerck - exceptional high quality hand poured bisque w/ lovely hand painted facial features - soft arched feathered brows over enormous heather blue sleep eyes - slightly open mouth w/ soft amber shading - fully jointed compo body - 31” tall - $1,495.

40. Rarely found in such grand condition - two all original “Carmen Miranda”

by Madame Alexander: A) super compo - perfect eyes - original clothes & shoes - 11” tall - $795. B) All original tiny size painted eyes & shoes tagged clothes - great condition - 8” tall - $595.

41. A truly unique & wonderful Kammer & Reinhardt character child w/ exceptional presence - mold #121 dressed as a fashion lady - soft as butter

bisque w/ first out of the mold quality - wondrous hand painted facial features w/ soft arched feathered brows over enormous chestnut brown sleep eyes w/ human hair upper lashes - a unique breather w/ open nostrils - open smiling mouth w/ amber shading - she’s on her original fully jointed compo body - dressed as a fashion lady - really cute - 24” tall - $1,995.

42. Wonderful & oh so rare to find “Adelina Patti” china - circa 1860 - excellent quality w/ sweet smiling face - Icelandic blue eyes and that always desirable red line above the eyes - wonderful old body - 20” tall $995.

43. Very unusual China priest - 1880’s center part china w/ the very unique addition of having an original gold painted & fired cross around his neck - wonderful molded black hair and deeply textured facial features - lovely old body - 20” tall - $995.

44. Breathtakingly beautiful solid dome “Hilda” by Kestner - mold #1070 - soft as butter bisque w/ first out of the mold quality. Wondrous hand painted facial features w/ soft arched feathered brows over chestnut brown sleep eyes - open mouth with outlined soft amber shading - original Kestner baby body - perfect & precious 19” tall - $3,495 45. Wonderful & very unique character toddler by Bruno Schmidt - mold #2005 - exceptional high quality bisque w/ wondrous hand painted facial features - soft arched feathered brows over enormous heather blue sleep eyes - open laughing mouth w/ soft amber shading - to make him all the more delightful - he’s on a fully jointed toddler body - 21” tall - $1.995.

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Time for a new doll!

The cast & crew of Roberta’s have once again traveled to the ends of the earth to bring you the love of that new doll.

The rare - the unique - the elusive - the very best of the best!

1. Little Miss Josephine Clooney of NYC was given this doll for her 10th birthday in 1886 - breathtakingly beautiful Jumeau Depose Bebé - 20” tall - $8,500.

2. Wonderful & exceptionally beautiful Bru Jne bebé - original & very desirable jointed compo Bru body - 21” tall - $17,500.

3. Lovely early pale bisque - breathtaking eyes - scroll mark “FG” (1887) - 15” tall - $3,495.

4. Exceptionally beautiful almond-eyed “FG” fashion bebé - 17” tall - $3,995.

5. Extremely rare - super large size - size 7 - Figure B Steiner Bebé - gorgeous 32” tall - $11,500.

6. Extremely rare & ever so desirable early Bru fashion Poupee w/ that never to be found fully articulated wood body w/ lower bisque arms - 16” tall - $11,500.

7. Exceptionally beautiful super large size Tete Jumeau Bebé - heart melting heather blue eyes - 27” tall $7,500.

8. Wonderful early almond-eyed Jumeau Fashion Poupee - amazing spiral threaded eyes - 18” tall $4,995.

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Becassine… A Belgium Version

by Marjory Fainges

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uch has been written over the last few years about the various dolls that have portrayed the fascinating character Becassine, a little country girl from Brittany, located in the northwest of France. Exhibiting boundless energy and good will, she first came to life in 1905 in a comic strip in the French Catholic girl’s magazine La Semaine de Suzette.

Her immediate success led to a series of twentyseven books written by Maurice Languereau and illustrated by Emile Pinchon. Even today the original books continue to be reprinted, delighting children of all ages.

Over the years several manufacturers have produced dolls in Becassine’s likeness.

These dolls have been produced in many forms, including bisque china heads by Goebel, a metal head and body by Bucherer, Switzerland, and all cloth dolls by Minerve - France and Georgene Novelties. And now, we know of a doll with a celluloid head produced by Wiltry of Belgium.

I would like to share this doll with you. My husband Jim and l commercially repaired, restored, identified and appraised dolls for over twenty-five years. We retired from the repair side about five years ago, but are still performing small favors in this regard for fellow doll collectors.

About a year ago, a collector came to us with six antique and collectible dolls that she wanted me to identify. Among

Full length of “Becassine” by Wiltry.

Head and shoulders now reattached

Before re-assembling the doll I took this photo of the flange neck celluloid head of doll.

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them was one with a celluloid head which was no longer attached to its body. The doll was completely dressed in felt and at first glance I recognized the resemblance to Becassine, right down to the cane basket, red felt umbrella and clogs which were made of a celluloid like substance.

The doll’s dress was made of green felt, trimmed with a black felt ribbon over which was a red collar.

Her familiar hat was made of white felt, as was her apron, and her entire body was made of felt with the felt covered legs made in traditional red. I looked inside her clothing to see if there we any identifying tags sewn into the seam. Sewn into the back hem of her dress was a cloth tag that said “Trade Mark/ Red felt legs and fawn colored clogs.

Wiltry/Belgium.”

I then looked more closely at the flanged neck Becassine’s most prized possession was her red felt umbrella, carried celluloid head for further identification, before even on the sunniest of days. returning the head to the body. Its likeness, with intaglio eyes, was very similar to the celluloid heads made by two prominent French manufacturers of celluloid including Petitcollin, but there were no identifying marks whatsoever on the head. I surmised it must have been made in France, and continued to believe so, until I was in Las Vegas at the UFDC Convention in 2008. I showed photos of this unusual doll to Samy Odin and he recognized the head to have been of Belgian manufacture.

Very carefully, I re-attached the head back to the body, and then photographed the doll and her various accessories so that in the future l could share, what is surely identified as being a true “Becassine”, with other Line drawing of the cloth trademark sewn doll collectors. into the back hem.

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ANTIQUE & COLLECTIBLE DOLL AUCTION Friday & Saturday, October 23 & 24, 10 a.m.

120 South Spring Street, Louisville, Kentucky 40206 KENNETH S. HAYS & ASSOCIATES, INC. will be selling at absolute auction two large collections of dolls from a Kentucky estate and a Tennessee private collector. This sale offers two lifetime collections representative of almost every category of doll collecting. Most are beautifully costumed and accessorized.

French bisques including several Tete Jumeaus and an almond eyed Jumeau • French Simonne fashion lady doll • Automatas • German characters • Large selection of German bisque including Kestner Bru and Googlies • Chinas • All-bisques • Bathing beauties • Kathe Kruse • Chase • Wax • Peg woodens • Bisque Kewpies • Beverly Walter figure • Lovely hard plastics • Compositions including Shirley Temples, Sonja Henie and Deanna Durbin • Madame Alexanders • Miniature room settings • Doll house furniture • Dionne Qunituplets • Barbies including vintage models with boxes • Terri Lees • Doll dishes • Doll furniture • Large selection of doll artist dolls including Hildegard Gunzel, William Tang, Seymour Mann, Jan MacLean and more • Celluloids • Victorian china child figurines • Paper dolls including Victorian and movie star versions from the 1940s and 1950s • Doll reference books • Vintage costumes • Nancy Ann Storybook Dolls • Collection of Santa Clauses TERMS: cash, approved check or MC/VISA NO BUYER’S PREMIUM INSPECTION: 8:30 a.m. each day of sale Uncatalogued KENNETH S. HAYS • KENNETH S. HAYS, JR. • GARY CAMPBELL • Auctioneers - Appraisers

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Takeda-Ningyô: The Twisted Drama of O Japanese Dolls n August 6, 1854, the beautiful young Kabuki actor, Ichikawa Danjûrô VIII slashed his wrists and slowly bled to death on the tatami mat floor of his inn located in Osaka. To say he was one of the most popular actors of the Kabuki stage during his brief but meteoric career would be a gross understatement. Fans adored his “rough stuff” (aragoto) performance technique (a style he inherited from his great-great-great-great grandfather Ichikawa Danjûrô I), and his young lover (nimaime) roles caused excessive swooning from both his female and male admirers.

Ichikawa Danjûrô was famous. He was also a commodity. His fame was easily capitalized upon, with products ranging from bean paste buns to prop-water used in his performances, all devoured by fans and priced at a premium. Even in death, his name was sure to attract a crowd.

In 1855, the mechanical doll artist Takeda Nuidonosuke (d. 1870) chose to commemorate the passing of this actor with a fantastic series of mechanized realistic doll tableaux depicting scenes of the young Danjûrô: behind the curtain of the Kabuki theater applying his makeup, performing one of his memorable roles on stage, at leisure after his performance, and his imagined journey from this earth up to the Buddhist heaven. Each doll was rendered life-size and mechanized to replicate the mesmerizing movements of this most charismatic actor. Held as part of a temple fair in Edo (present-day Tokyo), Takeda’s exhibit was a resounding success, with visitors paying dearly to once more behold their beloved Danjûrô. They were not disappointed.

Takeda Nuidonosuke hailed from a long line of ningyô impresarios. Reminiscent of Danjûrô, Nuidonosuke, himself, was the 8th generation to officially carry on the Takeda family line and legacy. The Takeda mechanical puppet theaters of the late 17th and early 18th centuries established by his forbearers had been, for nearly 100 years, the pride of Osaka, presenting

by Alan Scott Pate

Fig. 1 Iki-ningyô wrestlers by Yasumoto Kamehachi I, Meiji Era, Circa 1890, 7 Feet High.

Kumamoto City Museum Collection.

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Fig.2 Takeda-ningyô depicting Toyotomi Hideyoshi, Edo period, 19th Century, 27-3/4” High. Author’s Collection.

technical marvels that wowed audiences and consistently overshadowed the newly developing world of Kabuki.

Following the collapse of their theatrical empire through political scandal, several tragic and ill-timed fires, and profligate spending, the Takeda family was forced to diversify in the late 18th century. One branch re-established itself in Nagoya where they became central to the development of mechanical dolls used on festival floats. One branch remained in Osaka where they became known for mechanized sex dolls. And another, Nuidonosuke’s branch, chose to re-establish themselves in Edo where they soon became famous for their complex mechanical doll tableaux featured at shrine fairs and amusement centers, such as Asakusa Sensôji where the 1855 Danjûrô exhibit was unveiled.

Dolls created for such exhibits rarely survived for very long and what is left for us today are only journal recordings and the occasional printed advertising flyers commemorating the event, suggesting its power and appeal to the viewing public of that time. A notable exception is a grand iki-ningyô (living doll) tableau depicting to wrestlers created by Yasumoto Kamehachi I (18281900) for an exhibition in 1890 and purchased by the wealthy American businessman Frederick Sterns (1831-1907). This amazing doll pair, measuring over 7 feet in height, was donated by Stearns to the Detroit Museum of Art

Fig.3 Detail: Takeda-ningyô depicting a samurai warrior, Edo period, 19th Century, 26-1/2” High.

Eng Collection

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where it was displayed from 1891 until its recent return to the Kumamoto City Museum in Japan. (Fig. 1) Takeda and his direct descendents continued making mechanical dolls and “iki-ningyô” such as the Kamehachi’s wrestlers into the opening decades of the 20th century.

Operating a shop in the celebrated doll market of Asakusa nakamise, the Takeda family also sold a variety of dolls, mechanical and otherwise, Fig. 4 Takeda-ningyô of for the everyday consumer.

Benkei at the Ataka A tall lacquered wood sign Barrier, Edo period, indicating the presence of the 19th Century, 16” High.

Takeda shop in the Asakusa section Author’s Collection. of Edo is recorded as early as 1853 and was noted as still hanging in this section

by Mitamura Engyo (1870-1952) in his writings on the Takeda family in the early 20th century.

The Takeda family legacy, however, does survive today through the contorted and twisted dolls depicting Kabuki actors and nagauta dance performers which bear this illustrious family’s name: takeda-ningyô.. Exceedingly popular to theatergoers in the opening decades of the 19th century, these dolls, mounted on black lacquered stands, are singular and distinctive, exuding an energy and theatrical power rarely found in a doll form. (Fig. 2) For the collector of Japanese dolls, takeda-ningyô represent the opportunity to plunge into a fascinating world, one filled with tales of love and betrayal, heroic deeds and dejected suicides, samurai and noblemen, fair maids and evil demons. (Fig 3) Their compelling back stories add to the beauty and mystery exuded by these dynamic dolls. (Fig. 4) Though known to collectors for decades, many myths have circulated around these dolls creating confusion and misperceptions regarding their origins and purpose. And, while easy to identify once a few of the core characteristics are noted, many collectors still struggle in determining what constitutes a true “takeda-ningyô.” .” The most pervasive myth is that they were originally souvenir dolls from the Takeda mechanical doll theater in Osaka. While takeda-ningyô, by and large, date only to the early- to mid-19th century, the last Takeda theater closed in 1767, making their purported use as a performance souvenir doll problematic. Secondly, the themes and characters depicted can be, with few exceptions, linked to specific Kabuki dramas and dance interludes, which differ dramatically from the trick-oriented performances that 39 39

Fig. 5 Takeda-ningyô holding a jingasa helmet, Edo period, 19th Century, 15” High.

Author’s Collection

dominated the Takeda theater repertoire (Fig. 4). Instead of being connected with the famous Osaka theaters of the Takeda family, takeda-ningyô can be seen to represent a vibrant and successful line of actor dolls manufactured and sold for the Kabukiloving audiences of 19th century Edo, where the Takeda family was newly based.

The persistent misidentification of takedaningyô is somewhat perplexing and the observations below can serve as a form of checklist for those interested in correctly identifying these dolls. The male figures are most commonly depicted with one foot placed upon a prop, frequently a tree stump, bridge stanchion, or other stage device. (Fig. 5) Curiously, these feet are often painted blue, with the large toe extended upward.

(Fig. 6) This latter aspect is derived from both Buddhist orthodox sculpture and aragoto Kabuki conventions where the upraised toe symbolizes power and dominance over evil. The bodies of these dolls are generally depicted twisted dramatically to the left or the right, with the figure staring straight at the viewer. This contorted position, combined with an elevated back arm works together to form a powerful sense of movement and Below, left to right: Fig. 6 Detail of Takeda-ningyô with blue foot and upturned toe, Edo period, 19th Century, 22” High. Ayervais Collection. Photograph: Lynton Gardiner.

Fig. 7 Detail: Face of Fig. 7 with exaggerated features, Edo period, 19th Century, 18” High.

Fig. 8 Detail: Takeda-ningyô depicting Ishikawa Goemon with kumadori-style makeup, Edo period, 19th Century, 15” High. Lapin Collection

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Fig. 9 Takeda-ningyô of Shiokumi, Edo period, late 18th Century, 16” High. Hannig Collection.

Fig. 10 Takeda-ningyô of Oto Hime standing on a turtle, Edo period, 19th Century, 20-1/2” High.

Rosen Collection.

Fig. 11 Takedaningyô of Dôjôji, Edo period, 19th Century, 18” High.

Author’s Collection.

Fig. 12 Detail of textiles, Edo period, 19th Century.

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Fig 14a Detail Dragon image on embroidered sleeves, Takedaningyô, Edo period, 19th Century, 26” High. Rosen Collection.

Fig. 14 Takeda-ningyô carrying banner, Edo Period, 19th Century, 26” High. Rosen Collection.

Fig. 13 embroidered sleeves of under kimono, Takeda-ningyô, Edo period, 19th Century, 20” High. Private Collection.

asymmetry. The gofun (shell white) covered faces of these dolls are also more modeled than the classic stoicism expressed in the faces of the more familiar Girl’s Day hina-ningyô.

With down-turned mouths, deeply furrowed brows, and a blue tint around the chin, suggesting long days gone without shaving, the visages of these dolls combine a sense of intense focus and barely-contained energy that elevate them beyond other ningyô. (Fig. 7) In yet another nod to Kabuki conventions, the eyes of these figures are sometimes crossed in a gesture known as a mie designed to convey consuming emotions at a pivotal moment kindred to an epiphany. Some 42

Fig. 15 Watonai On Shishigejo Bridge, Edo Period, 19th Century, 25” High.

Rosen Collection.

Photograph: Lynton Gardiner.

Fig. 15a Detail: Embroidered sleeve image of Shishigejo Castle, Edo period, 19th Century. Rosen Collection.

faces even are depicted with the lined kumadori makeup associated with Kabuki, underscoring this theatrical connection. (Fig.8) Although male figures tend to dominate the genre, figures such as the Salt Maiden, Shiokumi; the undersea dragon princess, Oto Hime; and the spurned maiden in Dôjôji were also quite popular and many excellent examples can still be found. (Fig. 9, 10, 11). Female figures such as these are drawn mostly from Kabuki dance interludes known as nagauta. They exude a more quite grace. Their bodies are elegantly positioned to emphasize long and graceful lines. Their faces tend to be more reserved and classical, with narrow painted eyes and calm expressions with none of the aggression and fearsomeness of their male counterparts.

The textiles employed in these figures, both male and female, show a preference for black velvet (birôdo) trim, rich brocade overcoats, and red silk undercoats. (Fig. 12) In a nod to chic heroic Kabuki style and fashion, the outer sleeves are usually depicted thrown back, revealing the under coat with densely embroidered sleeves. The embroidery itself is alternately both generic and clueridden. Some of the most common designs depict the wedded rocks of Futami-gaura, dragons in whirling clouds, and elaborate floral patterns. These designs, executed in thick gold-wrapped threads, however, have no direct connection with the identities of the characters depicted, but appear to be simply ornamental. (Fig. 13, 14, 14a) Other images, however, such as a castle straddling a moat evoke the story of the pirate Watônai waiting by the bridge at Shishigejo Castle. (Fig. 15, 15a) And, finally, the signature-like black lacquered bases are a very distinctive and readily identifiable feature common to all takeda-ningyô. Although many Japanese

ningyô are mounted on bases, those used for takedaningyô are particularly tall and box like with a lozenge front aperture backed by embroidered silk cloth.

Additional raised legs are sometimes present as well.

The stories associated with these dolls are endless and represent a delicious aspect to these fascinating figures: Grief stricken warriors grab a ship’s anchor and plunge to their deaths in the roiling sea; women whose jealousy transform them into fierce dragons who incinerate the lover that spurned them; pirates who look to the waters flowing under a castle bridge to determine whether their plot was a success or failure; courtiers standing on an iris flanked bridge composing odes to lost loves.

Poetry. Drama. History. Such are the raw materials that lie behind the rich textiles and contorted faces of takeda-ningyô. For the collector of antique dolls in general, and Japanese ningyô in particular, takeda-ningyô represent a still little-understood and under-explored category. This immediately striking and distinctive doll form makes a wonderful addition to any collection, providing a touchstone from which to begin an exploration of an entirely new world.

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charming 19” closed mouth Kestner incised “13”, with very pouty face, blue sleep eyes, original blonde mohair wig and papier mache ball jointed body with straight wrists sold for $3850. The doll came with a full wardrobe including eight dresses, accessories and wooden trunk. The original owner was Dorothy J. Irvine, who was married in 1900.

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ighlighting Sweetbriar’s September 5 auction was a seldom found Hertel Schwab 141 character. Spirited bidding ended in a $5500 sale price.

We would like to thank the following auction houses for their participation:

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A Real Live Witch Hunt

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by Diane Domroe

inding the unusual in the doll world has become, for us, the ultimate high. After collecting dolls for 45 years, we are still astounded at the variety of wonderful dolls that turn up that no one has a clue about. This is a story about one!

In the spring of 1985, we came upon a cloth doll in a general antique shop in Connecticut that took us on a hunt that lasted several months! There she was mint and tagged, but so mint that we thought she might have been made “yesterday.” Her firm paper printed hang tag said “1938” and also stated that she was “an official Goodie Cole Doll, authorized by the Goodie Cole Society of Hampton Beach, N.H.” It further stated that, “Eunice Goodie Cole, accused and convicted of witchcraft in 1656 was restored to citizenship with proper amends by a vote of the Hampton Town Meeting in March 1938.

Thereupon the seal of the town of Hampton, N.H. and the dates 1638-1938 Tercentenary Anniversary.” All of this was on a nice sized firm tag tied to the doll’s dress.

The doll is 12” tall, all cloth, dressed as a Puritan with red skirt, pale green bodice and hood, white large collar, a white apron, petticoat, drawers, shoes (very 1930’s) and stockings.

The body construction is reminiscent of Georgene Averill or Mollye. She has a mask type face, with painted on wrinkles and features, but on the whole she is very pleasant looking.

We brought her home.

We wrote to the town of Hampton and received a letter from the curator of the local museum in town stating that, “yes indeed there had been a woman by the name of Goodie Cole, but he knew nothing of a doll, who made it, and he knew for sure he had never seen one. He enclosed a pamphlet telling the Cole story and what a story it is!

Eunice Cole was the only woman to be accused and convicted of witchcraft in the state of New Hampshire. She was imprisoned in Boston, released three years later to assist her ailing husband (at that time 88 years old) then several years later she was sent back to prison. After another few years she was again released and returned to Hampton, where she lived the remainder of her days, still persecuted, scorned, hated and feared. The story ends with “some say she still haunts the town” and several accounts of sightings of a woman on the town green are given.

Well that did it! We packed a lunch, climbed into the car and drove to Hampton, NH (which is not around the corner!). Our first stop in Hampton was at an antiques shop for directions to the museum and we were told that it was probably closed, but the “green” was right across the street from it. The museum was indeed closed, but we walked around the “ring” and saw stone monuments with names of all the earliest settlers in Hampton. Cole was one of them, but there was no monument to Goodie Cole herself, as stated in the pamphlet.

The town’s local newspaper, The Hampton Union, comes out once a week. Imagine our surprise when we received one in the mail and found that in the “Letters to the Editor” column, our letter was published, with a note added by the museum curator asking for any information from the townspeople on our Goodie Cole doll. This paper, by the way, had been published the very day we were in Hampton!

Many months passed before we received another letter from Hampton. The curator had come across the following article written in 1938. He told us that about fifty dolls were made, and no one had come forth with another Goodie Cole doll. It was one of the best doll adventures we’ve had! continued on page 46 45

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Excerpts from a 1938 newspaper article entitled, “Goody Cole Doll” The official Goody [sic] Cole doll designed by Miss Ruth Moir of Hampton, direct descendant of one of the first settlers of Hampton is now on sale at Tobey’s Drug Store.

The doll has the face of a very pleasant elderly lady with movable head, arms and legs and can be completely laundered. The costume worn is the official costume worn during the years of Goody’s Cole life when laws such as the following were passed: “A woman is forbidden to expose her arms and this part of her person to view.” It was ordered that their sleeves should reach down to their wrists. The gown should be closed around the neck.

No person not worth 200 pounds was allowed to wear linen or silk hoods or scarfs, or to wear gold or silver laces or linens. A census against these laws were presentable before the Grand Jury and those who dressed above their rank were to be assessed accordingly.

The doll has a hood of green with green over-dress, pinned up in the back as was the manner of the women of that time when not attending important functions. This over-dress at these times was let down, forming a complete skirt for formal wear. The underskirt is of red and the shoes and undergarments are in accordance with those worn in that period.

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Orig. wrist tag “Nicaput/All Rubber/K&W (Konig and Wernike)/Made in Germany, back of head K&W 222/7, Germany. Cheek color shows some mottling $350 9. (a) 6” doll house size boy in orig. clothes, bisque head marked 1 14/0, glass eyes, We accept VISA, MC and Discover, checks and money orders. Layaway 5 pc. Papier mache body, comes with his own marked Germany china dog $85; is available. Layaway dolls are not returnable unless a crack or chip in (b) Nippon all bisque with real fabric (fur type) hat and PLEASE SEE OUR WEBSITE AT bisque head not described is discovered. Dolls purchased with credit big muff, mov arms, ptd. Features, orig box $75 10. 20” precious comp and cloth mkd Vanta Baby, orig card are subject to a 5% fee if doll is returned, except if the doll has clothes, tin sl eyes, excellent cond., but some star shaped crack or chip in bisque or china not described.

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Call or visit my website for 1. 11” GERMAN DOLL MARKED 809 WITH TRUNK, WARDROBE - Set brown eyes, additional dolls and more pierced ears, replaced human hair wig, detailed descriptions. wonderful fully jointed wood and composition body. Antique clothing, new shoes and stockings. 12” x 7” x 7” hump back trunk (poor condition) containing a wardrobe: antique full slip, flannel half slip, nightgown, robe, bed jacket, wonderful knit two-piece bathing suit with hat, bathing shoes and draw string bag, cape, fancy straw hat; also newer clothing. Inherent large “pimple” on left side of forehead. Clothing is in good, clean condition, with the antique clothing being especially charming. Paper-covered trunk flaking the paper covering, inside and out; inside tray remade or covered with brown paper. An especially appealing little doll, with some of her original handmade clothing, and a few newer pieces added. $895 2. 17” SHIRLEY TEMPLE IN ORIGINAL TRUNK, WITH EXTRA CLOTHES - Original mohair wig in original set; original clothes from “Stand Up and Cheer” movie, replaced rayon socks, original shoes, replaced hair ribbon. Original 20” wooden trunk with extra clothes: pink dress from “Baby Take a Bow”, flower print dress with smocked bodice and white collar from one of her movies, blue flowered pajamas and a homemade gold coat. Played-with condition, paint wear on her arms and legs; clothing has been washed and has no tags. A very collectible ensemble that brought many people pleasure during a troubled time in our nation’s history. $895 3. SUPER UV BLACK LIGHTS - An extraordinary black light that can be used in regular lighting!!

No more crawling under tables or trying to find a dark area to black light a doll when at a show or an auction!! Fits in the palm of your hand or in your purse; uses three triple A batteries. To be used on the outside of a doll head to show cracks and hairlines; shows repaint on cloth and composition. PLEASE VISIT MY WEBSITE FOR FURTHER INFORMATION. $44.95

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UFDC Antique Competitive Exhibit 2009 Blue Ribbon Winners Part I

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his year’s UFDC antique competitive exhibit displayed the largest number of dolls in UFDC’s history! The generosity of members given the complexities of modern airline travel is truly extraordinary. Members from 38 states as well as Canada and the Hague entered dolls whose value approached nearly 3 million dollars. The competitive exhibit is our favorite part of the weeklong convention. We hope you will enjoy this look at the blue ribbon winning dolls. The following issue will include German bisque dolls, cloth, all bisque and more.

WOODEN - Grodner Tal peg wooden and related types, prior to 1920.

PRESIDENT’S CHOICE. Anne Barnett

Photographed at the United Federation of Doll Clubs National Convention by Keith Kaonis

It’s Easy To Join UFDC

If you collect dolls, you owe it to yourself to belong to the UFDC! For membership information contact:

UFDC, Inc.,

10900 North Pomona Ave., Kansas City, MO 64153 Phone 816-891-7040 Fax 816-891-8360 Visit www.ufdc.org

WOODEN Schoenhut, intaglio eyes, child or adult.

Barbara Close

WOODEN - Schoenhut, intaglio eyes, child or adult.

Francesa Ontell

WOODEN - Pre 1920, hand carved, body and limbs may be of another material.

Leonette Rowe

UNITED FEDERATION OF DOLL CLUBS

WOODEN - Late 1600’s to early 1800’s, English or European, excluding religious figures.

Cynthia Orgeron

WOODEN - Pre 1920, hand carved, body and limbs may be of another material.

Toni Foster

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WOODEN - Schoenhut “Miss Dolly” type.

Margo Delaughter

WOODEN - Schoenhut “Miss Dolly” type.

Marilyn Parsons

WOODEN - Schoenhut human figure, less than 10”. Dorothy Zeidler

WOODEN Springfield, Joel Ellis, Mason Taylor and others of this type.

Elizabeth Wroblewski

WOODEN - Door of Hope Child. Jean Kestel 50

WOODEN - Other commercial dolls prior to 1930. Marilyn Parsons

WOODEN - Springfield, Joel Ellis, Mason Taylor and others of this type.

Sherry Newton

WOODEN Door of Hope adult.

Left, Jean Kestel Right, Susan Booker

CRECHE- Religious and secular figures, heads of terra cotta, plaster or wood, bodies may be of other materials. Valerie Hays

PAPIER MACHE/COMPOSITION - German shoulder head with glass eyes, molded hair or wigged, pre 1900. May have special features.

Excludes “milliner’s model-type body.

Left, Connie Lowe. Right, Sylvia Pencosky

PAPIER MACHE/ COMPOSITION German shoulder head with painted eyes, molded hair or wigged, pre 1900. May have special features.

Excludes “milliner’s model-type” body.

Connie Lowe

PAPIER MACHE/ COMPOSITION Milliner’s model type. Andrea Jones

PAPIER MACHE/ COMPOSITION French-type, glass or painted eyes, open or closed mouth.

Bowdre McAllister

PAPIER MACHE/ COMPOSITION American shoulder head with glass or painted eyes, molded hair or wigged, pre 1900. May have special features.

Excludes “milliner’s model-type body.

Carol Corson PAPIER MACHE/ COMPOSITION French-type, glass or painted eyes, open or closed mouth.

Elizabeth Coleman

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POURED WAX Inserted hair or wigged.

Carol Cameron

POURED WAX Molded or painted hai Cynthia Orgeron

POURED WAX Miniature, 8” and under.

Bowdre McAllister

JAPANESE DOLL MEIJI ERA OR EARLIER, Pre 1912 - Ichimatsu/daki-ningyo.

Carol Corson

Jennifer Kohn Murtha

POURED WAX Miniature, 8” and under.

Carol Cameron WAX COATED Wigged and/or hair in slit.

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CHINA/GLAZED PORCELAIN - Female KPM, Meissen, Schlaggenwald, Jacob Petit, Royal Copenhagen.

Royal Copenhagen, Connie Lowe

CHINA/GLAZED PORCELAIN – Female, 8” and under.

Toni Foster

CHINA/GLAZED PORCELAIN - Female KPM, Meissen, Schlaggenwald, Jacob Petit, Royal Copenhagen.

Schlaggenwald, 34 inches tall!

Kathy Turner

CHINA/GLAZED PORCELAIN - Female with molded or applied special features painted in contrast to surroundings.

Kathy Turner

CHINA/GLAZED PORCELAIN - Female with molded or applied special features which are not painted in contrast to surroundings.

Kathy Turner

CHINA/GLAZED PORCELAIN - Male shoulder head.

Meissen, Kathy Turner

CHINA/GLAZED PORCELAIN - Female with molded or applied special features which are not painted in contrast to surroundings.

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CHINA/GLAZED PORCELAIN - Female with any mold modification on head and or shoulderplate.

Kathy Turner

CHINA/GLAZED PORCELAIN Frozen Charlotte/ Charlie.

Sheryl Newton

CHINA/GLAZED PORCELAIN Frozen Charlotte/ Charlie.

Brenda Welker

CHINA/GLAZED PORCELAIN Bald head, so called Biedermeier.

Esther Frazier

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CHINA/GLAZED PORCELAIN - Molded hair without decoration or special features, painted eyes.

Kathy Turner

CHINA/GLAZED PORCELAIN - fashion doll.

Sèvres Marquisette, Julie Blewis

CHINA/GLAZED PORCELAIN - Molded hair without decoration or special features, painted eyes. Carol Hanson

PARIAN c. 1860-1880 - White skin tone, female, molded hair, molded or applied special features painted in contrast to surroundings.

Simon &Halbig, Margaret Kincaid

PARIAN c. 1860-1880 White skin tone, miniature 8” and under.

Robyn Katz

PARIAN c. 1860-1880 - White skin tone, female, molded hair, with or without special features, must not be painted in contrast to surroundings.

Hope Sorrells

PARIAN c. 1860-1880 White skin tone, miniature 8” and under.

Kathy Embry

PARIAN c. 1860-1880 - White skin tone, female, molded hair, with or without special features, must not be painted in contrast to surroundings.

Jean Grout

PARIAN c. 1860-1880 Slightly tinted skin tone, female, molded or applied special features, from firms such as Kling and ABG. Dorothy McGonagle

PARIAN c. 18601880 - Male with slightly tinted skin.

Phyllis Wolfe

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LEATHER, RAWHIDE OR RUBBER Darrow, Goodyear, India Rubber Comb and others of this type. French leather babies.

Left, Jan Zimmerman, right, Carol Cameron

LEATHER, RAWHIDE OR RUBBER - Darrow, Goodyear, India Rubber Comb and others of this type.

Gae Ward

LEATHER, RAWHIDE OR RUBBER - Darrow, Goodyear, India Rubber Comb and others of this type.

Rebecca Hawkins

LEATHER, RAWHIDE OR RUBBER - Native American dolls pre 1920.

Barbara Warner

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FRENCH BISQUE HEAD Fashion type on traditional stuffed cloth or leather body, cloth or leather limbs.

Anita Ladensack

FRENCH BISQUE HEAD Fashion type on traditional stuffed cloth or leather body, cloth or leather limbs.

Cindy Kronman

FRENCH BISQUE HEAD Fashion type on traditional stuffed cloth or leather body, with other than cloth or leather limbs.

Cindy Kronman

FRENCH BISQUE HEAD - Fashion type on wooden, gutta percha, kid over wood or blown leather body.

Left, Phyllis Wolfe. Right, Louis Doleac, Kathleen Crescuillo

FRENCH BISQUE HEAD - Jumeau child, closed mouth, excluding characters and Tete Jumeau.

Above, Georgia Alarcon Right, Chris Klemm

FRENCH BISQUE HEAD Child marked Tete Jumeau, closed mouth.

Marilyn Dornbush

FRENCH BISQUE HEAD Bru child, closed mouth.

Mary Jo Jones

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FRENCH BISQUE HEAD - Jules Steiner child with closed mouth.

Left, Pendergrass. Right, Carol Corson

FRENCH BISQUE HEAD - H., A.T., P. & D., Falck and Roussel, Schmitt, Bayeux, Mothereau, Pannier, closed mouth.

A.T., Gail Cook

FRENCH BISQUE HEAD - F.G., R.D., Julien, Delcroix, Mascotte, Pintel & Godchaux, Denamur, Danel, closed mouth.

E. D. Denamur, MaryJo Jones

FRENCH BISQUE HEAD SFBJ 200 series.

Above, Peggy Labom Right, Gail Cook

FRENCH BISQUE HEAD - Child with open mouth, excluding SFBJ 200 series.

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FRENCH BISQUE HEAD - Dolls by other French ďŹ rms, excluding those with exaggerated facial features. Lanternier, Elizabeth Ann Coleman

News

In Our Memories

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argie Merritt Darrah, curator of the former Mary Merritt Doll Museum in Douglassville PA, passed away August 29 at the age of 81. Marjorie served as curator of the popular museum for forty-two years and was president of Merritt’s Antiques in Douglassville. She was a familiar presence at the Gaithersburg, MD doll shows where she and her daughter Marjorie Anne exhibited dolls and toys.

Margie Darrah (right) with her daughter Marjorie Anne Yocum at the Merritt Doll Museum.

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The Fascinating World of Contemporary Doll Houses

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ith this new exhibit, shown through March 7, 2010, the Musée de la Poupée-Paris presents the fabulous collection of contemporary doll houses belonging to Madame Ingeborg Riesser. A true pioneer in this collecting field in France, this great collector has gathered an impressive array of miniatures coming from all over the world, related to decorative arts as well as applied arts. Founder of the Club de la Miniature Française in 1986, she also edited Le Magazine de la Maison de Poupée et de la Poupée d’Artiste from 1987 to 2009. Finally, she has been selling, since 1985, doll houses, miniatures and artist dolls in her Parisian shop “Poupée Tendresse.”

Musée de la Poupée-Paris, Impasse Berthaud (near 22 Beaubourg street), 75003 Paris. www.museedelapoupeeparis.com

Oct. 31 - Feb. 21, 2010 Mint in Box Dolls and Toys at Whyel Museum of Doll Art

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he Rosalie Whyel Museum of Doll Art announces our upcoming holiday exhibit “Mint In Box-Dolls and Toys”. This temporary exhibit will feature antique dolls, toys, clothes, and accessories, all in their original boxes. The Rosalie Whyel Museum of Doll Art is open seven days a week, Monday-Saturday 10AM-5PM and Sunday 1-5PM. Admission is charged. Closed major holidays. Rosalie Whyel Museum of Doll Art, 1116 108th Avenue N, Bellevue, Washington 98004, Phone 425-455-1116 www.dollart.com

Special Doll & Antique Auction Sunday – October 18 – 11:00 A.M. Van Metre Auction Center 1603 Iowa Ave. West • Marshalltown, Iowa Jeanne Krantz-Swenson Private Collection

Excellent Quality Of Victorian Bisque; Character Dolls; Composition & Other Dolls From 1800’s To Modern & Contemporary Dolls – Plus Antique Oak Framed Showcases Of All Sizes & Other Valuable Smaller Antiques & Collectibles, Steiff Animals & More Selling Throughout The Day!

Doll Highlights Include - 20” Jumeau, 28” AW Weislizenus character toddler; Averill, Georgene life size baby Bonnie Babe, Heubach Koppelsdoft 24” toddler, Kley & Hahn 23” toddler; 23” Porzellan Fabrick Burggrub; 31½” Kammer & Reinhardt 117N child; 27” Kestner 234 baby, Hulss 156 33” toddler; Simon & Halbig 18” mechanical child; 20” French Dep 8, Kestner 260 35” toddler; Plus – Buddy Lee in overalls & Buddy Lee cowboy, Effanbee dolls, Goebel 24” baby doll;

Visit Our Web Site At WWW.VANMETRE.NET For Photos & Details Bid Live Online Via Proxibid • Van Metre & Associates • 641-752-8753

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SELL A DOLL IN THE EMPORIUM

If you’re like most of us, there are usually a couple of dolls in your collection that you would like to sell in order to reinvest in another doll. That’s what we designed the Antique Doll EMPORIUM for… you the collector! Take advantage of this special forum; the cost is only $60. Send us a photo or a digital photo of your doll with a description and your check or credit card information. We do the rest!!

Antique DOLL Collector, P.O. Box 239, Northport, NY 11768. Phone 1-888-800-2588. Email: antiquedoll@gmail.com

Babes from the Woods

Exquisite large 30” Steiner Series C French bebe. Desirable pale bisque and a very childlike presence.

Gorgeous blue eyes. On her original Steiner jointed body with the large Steiner fingers. Exquisite French costume. Visit her and other quality antique dolls and accessories on my website.

presents hand carved wooden Queen Anne style dolls by Kathy Patterson (705) 489-1046 Email: toysintheattic@sympatico.ca

Nora’s Antique Dolls & Collectibles 1-732-341-2611

www.noramcneil.com Very rare Simon Halbig #929 - 23” long original wig and clothes- lovely creamy bisque head and shoulder plate on a kid a kid body She has provenance back to original owner who was born in 1864.

Unfortunately, she has a hairline down her cheek. $1500.00 Write for more photos and information vtdollnut@gmail. com Jean Grout

Fabulous 11” Belton Bru, straight wrist, Sonenberg body, mint doll, original wig, spiral threaded eyes, beautiful bisque and antique clothes.

A beautiful doll, $3800. Ursula Gotius.

828-883-3266 or 828-507-0779.

Member of UFDC Land of Sky Doll Club

16” early French fashion, good condition harder to find body nice kid over wood knee joints and wood arms, original pate and wig, antique clothing, beautiful face $4,250. Not pictured: Lovely French hand painted table for fashions or other French dolls 9” h; Antique 2 piece doll dress fits 16” fashion; Antique leather slippers with small heels approx. 2-3/4” long; Antique leather boots approx. 3” long; Antique fashion deck of cards and antique fashion round hat boxes.

Email potttttttt@aol.com yes there are 8 letter t’s in potttttttts. Private collection.

www.babesfromthewoods.com

Three orig Japanese houses from the 1940’s complete with orig figures and accessories in excellent condition.

Laura Turner, proprietor, 1909 Old Taneytown Rd., Westminster, MD 21158. 410-848-0664 410-875-2850 Open Thurs-Sun 11-5

www.frizellburgantiques.com

Victorian Retreat Antique Dolls Lynne Shoblom.

Phone 928-445-5908 or 928-713-1909 cell.

email: victorianretreat@msn.com Member of UFDC Spectacular 24” Closed Mouth Tete Jumeau! Huge blue paperweight eyes, beautiful bisque, antique human hair wig, Jumeau body and dressed in a gorgeous ivory silk dress and antique hat. It just doesn’t get any better! A great price of $4395! See this beautiful doll and more at my Ruby Lane site.

Annalise Nohrudi Fine Antique Dolls & Accessories www.tennesseeantiquedolls.com

www.victorianretreat.rubylane.com

SARA BERNSTEIN DOLLS

10” Kentucky Poppet, $525

I’ve just acquired some fantastic dolls - cloth, bisque, etc. Enjoy a visit to my websites for pictures and prices. phone 732-536-4101 Email: santiqbebe@aol.com

www.sarabernsteindolls.com or www. sarabernsteindolls.rubylane.com

Avgusta’s Bisque Dolls www.abidolls.com (925)687-0334 The most wonderful and all factory original Tete Jumeau size 5.

Spectacular doll! $7,800

23” Simon Halbig 719 Antique Bisque Doll Beauty! Big blue paperweight eyes, feathered brows, open mouth, lovely bisque, pierced ears. Vintage long curl wig. Old batiste print dress, high button white boots. Nice old underwear. Early body with unusual metal hands. She is perfect.

Just beautiful! $1495.

Layaway always ok. Carole Harris - Email me at b2cdolls@yahoo.com or Call me at 516-596-2165. Selling Antique Dolls for over 20 years. On Ebay 10 years.

K*R 117n - 19” blue flirty eyes, open mouth with teeth, original wig, old clothes-some sun fading to both.

Composition ball jointed body, perfect bisque. $1300.

Call 215-794-8164 or email: alloyd@nni.com. Member NADDA and UFDC. RubyLanecom/shops/anntiquedolls.

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6029 N. Northwest Highway, Chicago, Il 60631 • (773) 594-1540 • (800-442-3655 orders only) • Fax (773) 594-1710

Open: Tues., Wed., Sat. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Thurs., Fri. 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Closed Sun and Mon. Near O’Hare, Park Ridge & Niles, 3/4 miles east of Harlem Ave.

FOR CALL HLy MONTALS! SPeCI

Parking in the rear of the building. Close to all major expressways and public transportation. Chicagolands’s finest selection of Antique, Modern and Collectible Dolls, Barbie, Gene, Alexander, Tonner Fashion Royalty, Steiff, Dollhouses and Accessories. • Member U.F.D.C. and NADDA • Checks • Layaway • Worldwide Shipping

Call for monthly specials! Check us out on the web at WWW.GIGISDOLLS.COM

18” C/M Phoenix Steiner #90, brown paperweight eyes, HH wig, antique shoes marked Depose 7 #60, bj body, antique peacock blue dress with ecru lace, wonderful child’s woven straw hat with pompom $4750.00

12 1/2” #4 Tete Jumeau, C/M, pierced ears, blue Jumeau stamp on body, original wig (sparse) and cork pate, vintage dress, slip & panties, new shoes & stockings, small ear flake, repainted left hand $3995.00

26” C/M Pouty Kestner K-14, big blue sleep eyes, gorgeous facial painting, compo Kestner body, cute sailor outfit, mohair wig $2650.00

18” Grace Cory Rockwell #7392/40 by Alt Beck & Gottschalk, original cloth body with composition arms & legs (repainted), professional repair on head, list $5500 – 6000.00 $2995.00

15” Hilda ©15 JDK 1914, beautiful molding, 2 upper teeth, blue sleep eyes, vintage outfit, baby body (4 finger tips as is right hand) $1900.00

8” A & M 550, closed mouth, blue sleep eyes, compo straight leg 5 piece body, button nose and dimples $695.00

28” O/M Parsiene A Steiner, fabulous blue eyes, peaches & cream bisque face, molded teeth, original stamped body, lovely dress of antique material, HH wig, pierced ears, baking flaw by right ear $3250.00

19” Charlie McCarthy by Effanbee, all original with monocle, compo head, hands & feet, small repair on right sleeve of white jacket, craze line across nose $295.00

22” C/M FG French Fashion, pierced ears, brown paperweight eyes, kid body w/ wired fingers, fabulous antique satin dress, black shoes w/ black stockings with B, original wig and lovely matching hat with ostrich plume $3400.00 0

7 1/2” K * R 101 Marie, 5 piece jointed body, original fabulous painting, mohair wig, painted brown strap slippers $1300.00

Paper Dolls Mint & Uncut Carolyn Lee by Queen Holden Whitman #997 1943 $145.00

14” Sluggo all original, great shape, jacket, cap & face wonderful $250.00

Betty Grable Coloring Book 1951 Merrill #150115 uncolored & mint $100.00 Walt Disney’s Alice in Wonderland Punchout Book #2194 1951 $110.00 Bob Cummings 1958 Samuel Lowe Comp #2732 $89.95 Century Dolls by Queen Holden, 8 dolls & clothing, Platt & Munk Educational Activity 1960 $85.00 June Allyson 1950 Watkins Strathmore Co. #1820 $95.00 Paperdolls United We Stand by Margot Voigt 1943 Saalfield #113 $45.00 Hopalong Cassidy & Bar 20 Ranch #1183 Whitman 1950 $129.95 Margaret O’Brein 1941 Whitman #964 $120.00

19” Dome Head Swane & Co Lori #232 11, blue sleep eyes, original baby body, lovely dress with eyelet and tucks $1100.00

26” Simon & Halbig 1079, blue sleep eyes, molded teeth, dress by Grandma Ruth, repainted hands, great expression, leather shoes & hand crocheted stockings $750.00 Now $500.00

10” C/M French Belton 1880’s 3 holes #111, stationary blue eyes, stiff wrists, straight leg, some peppering on right cheek, French HH wig $675.00 Now $550.00 15” C/M Belton 3 holes, brown stationary eyes, stiff wrist body, pierced ears, redressed, professional repair on top part of head, lovely face $1650.00 Now $1150.00

8 3/4” Kestner 102 “Westler” all bisque, blue sleep eyes, original mohair wig, molded boots & white stocks, small chip top of right hip, chips at front rim of forehead & small 1/2” hairline $2695.00

18” JDK #257 Toddler with blue flirty eyes, brown mohair wig, cute antique smocked dress $575.00

Set of Limited edition Sasha Dolls all Mint In Boxes 1980 Sasha in Blue Velvet Dress, light brown HH wig 1982 Sasha in white pintuck dress, blonde HH wig 1983 Sasha Kiltie in plaid dress, red HH wig 1984 Sasha Harlequin w/ guitar, blonde HH wig 21” Compo 1938 Deanna Durbin, tagged dress, shoes & stockings, original wig, new slip and pants, o/m with teeth, composition very good $725.00 Now $685.00

1985 Prince Gregor in blue velvet, brunette HH wig 1986 Princess Sasha, pink dress & blue velvet cape, blonde HH wig Set of 6 Dolls $2395.00

8” Steiff US Zone Germany brown mohair Teddy Bear, felt paw pads, glass eyes $395.00 9” Rechnagle 28-7 molded with blue pompom cap, molded blonde hair, o/c mouth with painted teeth, intaglio blue eyes, baby body, cotton dress with tatting $475.00

LOOkING FORWARD TO MeeTING yOU AT THe FOLLOWING SHOWS: Sunday October 25 Kane County Fairgrounds, St Charles, IL Toy & Doll Show 36th year Sunday November 22, Doll & Teddy Bear Show & Sale, Hilton Lisle/ Naperville, IL

The setting for this special celebration will be the shared gardens of two historical Victorian homes; Mid Lawn and Hollygate, Whitsett, North Carolina, with over 10 acres of manicured landscape to explore and just relax. The gardens are home to over 1000 azaleas, blooming perennials, and garden statuary and structures for the eyes to savor.

For this beautiful occasion, there will be a very special doll created by Maggie as well as extraordinary May Queen inspired centerpieces and table favors to go along with the Victorian May Day theme. In addition, there will be a salesroom open with many wonderful dolls and accessories for your selection, exhibits, competitions, May Day events, and most especially a presentation by Maggie herself for all to enjoy.

Come Prepared for an Extraordinary Day of Fun and Beauty in the True Southern Tradition!!!

Included: • Limited Edition Maggie Iacono Doll • Special exhibits • Luncheon event with special favors • Competitive exhibition • Special program presented by the artist • Raffle drawings and door prizes • Live entertainment in May Day tradition • Special rates at Comfort Suites • Garden tours and more goodies to come!!!

Reservations

Registration is very limited so register early!!

Name: __________________________________________________________________ Phone: _______________________ Email _____________________________________ Address: _________________________________________________________________ ____ I am enclosing the full registration amount $325 ____ I am enclosing a deposit with the balance due by October 31, 2009, only $125 ____ I would like to reserve a centerpiece (10 only!!) ____ There will be a doll in the design $995 ____ or Deposit $450 Please make check payable to Ashley’s Dolls and mail to Ashley’s Dolls, 723 Hwy 61 S., Whitsett, NC 27377 or MC, Visa, AmEx, Discover Accepted • Card type ______________________ Card No. _________________________________________ Exp. Date______________ CSV No. (number on back of card or front of AmEx) _________________ Billye Harris • (336) 266-2608 • Billyehb@aol.com

Continental Wooden, Ann Pruett Phillips, email: ann@annpruett-phillips.com

All original peg wooden, c. 1840, $2700 Marion Maus, email: mmausantiques@aol.com

Crying Jumeau automaton, $9800.

Donna Kirsch Smith, email: dkirschmith@yaho.com

The National Doll Festival • July 11-15, 2009 F

or many of us, the first thing we do after checking in to the convention hotel is to hop on the free shuttle to the nearby National Doll Festival. This was the 22nd year for this popular show featuring many of our favorite dealers, among them many members of the National Antique Doll Dealers Association.

Four sales rooms, a total of 275 tables… what a great way to start convention week!

Walnut bookcase, c. 1860, 15-1/2” x 27-1/2”. Country Squire, www. thecountrysquireinc.com 64

Jan’s Antiques & Fun Stuff, Kent OH, email: JanFunStuf@aol.com

19” Portrait Jumeau with open/closed mouth, $27,500.

Roberta’s Dollhouse, email: robertasdollhous@aol.com

Steiner, $3,250. Gigi’s Dolls and Sherry’s Teddy Bears, Chicago, IL, email: gigisdolls@aol.com

Nancy McGlammery. Lancaster, PA, email: Mcpelton@aol.com

Bru fashion smilers, wedding couple, $17,995. Val Star, email: valstarantiques@ earthlink.net

Valerie Fogel, Northbend, WA, email: VFogeL5513@aol.com

20” Sie C Bourgoin Steiner, $7,800. Genie Dolls, email: dollgenie3@vertizon.net

Bru Modele, $39,000.

Hollie’s Dollies, email: hhepworth@aol.com

Ravca couple, $1250 pair.

Pat Vaillancourt, email: vaillsdolls@aol.com Joan Majeune, Toys in the Attic, email: toysintheatticjoan@yahoo.com 65

All Dolled Up, email: glemn@verizon.net

Roberta and Ziggy Zygarlowski with Maxx, Roberta’s Dollhouse, email: robertasdollhous@aol.com

Ashley ‘s Dolls, Billye Harris, email: billyehb@aol.com

K*R’s Marie and Elise, $2,500 and $3,500.

Phil May, email: dollmanofog@aol.com

Kestner Orientals and S & H mechanical. Dolls of Yesterday, email: norma01@gmail.com

Einco all original lever eye googly and mask face googly. Fritzi’s Antique Dolls, email: fritzisantiquedolls@comcast.net Left: Lenci type, $495 and Steiff soldier, $995. Sherryl Shirran, email sherrylks@aol.com Below: Exquisite miniature accessories for your dolls. Cat’s Paw, email: info@catspawonline.com

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36” Volland Raggedy Ann and Andy, one of 3 pairs in existence, $17,995.

Beloved Belindy,$1195. Richard Zvirzin, email: bkucinski@ameritech.net

Schoolhouse, $1,600.

Jackie Everett, email: jackiemom4@aol.com

Grandma’s Attic, Joyce Kekatos, email: joycedolls@aol.com

“Fany” $3,675, horse $650. Lofalls Dolls, email: lofallsdolls@comcast.net

Mary Ann Spinelli, email: maspinelli@verizon.net

S & H 1448, $10,995 and an early Steiner, $12,500. Two Beths Dolls, email: bethkarp@gmail.com

Barbara’s Dolls, email: barbarasdolls@barbarasdolls.com

Gutta percha fashion, $3,695. Glen Rollins, email: glencrollins@yahoo.com

Janet Day, email: janetday@ mohairdollwigs.com

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Which American Toy Co. was the largest in the world in 1908?

The A. Schoenhut Co. of Philadelphia, PA!

The Schoenhut Collectors’ Club invites you to JOIN NOW!

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 Catalog price is $8.95 post paid

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

NEW HOPE DOLL SHOW

Sunday Steiff October 11, 2009

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10 am to 3 pm EAGLE FIRE HALL Rt 202 & Sugan Road, New Hope, PA Admission $3 Children under 12 FREE Mark Lehmann - Promoter Information call y d d Te 215-657-2477 PDriozoer s Bears Next Show Date is Sunday May 16, 2010 $1 OFF ADMISSION WITH THIS AD

Consider Us When Selling Your Dolls

Ken Farmer Auctions is a full service auction gallery. We can help you sell one doll or an entire collection. Please contact us to discuss your needs.

www.kfauctions.com

Email: info@kfauctions.com

105 Harrison St. Radford, VA 24141 Phone: (800) 476-5359 L V A #434

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Collectors’ Club,

72 Barre Drive Lancaster, PA 17601-3206 Phone 717-569-9697 Email:jwellsjr47@aol.com Visit www.schoenhutcollectorsclub.org

Calendar of Events Send in your Free Calendar Listing to: Antique Doll Collector, c/o Calendar, P. O. Box 239, Northport, New York 11768 or Email: adcsubs@gmail.com. If you plan on attending a show, please call the number to verify the date and location as they may change.

October 2009

33-33 Austin, TX. Doll Show & Sale. Travis County Expo Center.

Austin Doll Collectors Society. www.onr.com/user/bblady/ dollshow.html 3 Escondido, CA. Doll Show & Sale. Resurrection Church Parish Center. Southwind Doll Club. Marion Gladwin. 760-745-2319.

3 Fredericksburg, VA. Doll & Toy Show & Sale. Fredericksburg Elks Lodge #875. Now & Then Doll Club of Fredericksburg.

3 Glendale, CA. Doll Show & Sale. Glendale Civic Auditorium.

Happy Dollings. Barbara Kouri. 818-767-4172.

3 Phoenix, AZ. Doll Show & Sale. No. Phx. Baptist Church.

Daydreamers Doll Club. ddreamer@cox.net 4 Edmonton, AB. Dolls & Teddy Bears & Toys Show. Alberta Aviation Museum. Doll Club of Edmonton. 780-485-3025. dziegler@telusplanet.net 4 Lansing, MI. Doll Show. DeWitt Banquet & Conference Center.

Sandy Barts. 269-599-1511.

4 Los Angeles, CA. The Dolls of Hina-matsuri Lecture.

Japanese American National Museum. Alan Pate. alanpate@antiquejapanesedolls.com 9-10 Ladenburger, Germany. Toy Auction. Ladenburger Spielzeugauktion GmbH. Gotz C. Seidel. 0049(0)6203-13014. spielzeugauktion@t-online.de 10 Anaheim, CA. Doll Show & Sale. Ebell Club House. Anaheim Doll Club. 714-534-1906.

10 Hendersonville, NC. Doll Show & Sale. National Guard Armory. Lands O’Sky Doll Club. Francis Alcorn. 828-658-3510.

10 Kenner, LA. Doll Show & Sale. Crowne Plaza Hotel. Peggy Labom. 504-737-0460.

10 Marlborough, MA. Richard Wright Dolls at Auction. Skinner, 274 Cedar Hill St. 508-970-3130. wrightcollection@ skinnerinc.com. 508-970-3240.

10 Salt Lake City, UT. Doll & Teddy Bear Show.Utah State Fairpark. Dorothy Drake. 775-348-7713. www.dolls4all.com 10 Whitman, MA. Doll Show. Dollery Gift Boutique.

781-447-6677/800-447-3655. www.dollery.com 11 Dedham, MA. Doll Show. Holiday Inn Dedham. David Bornstein. 978-535-4811. drumboys@gis.net 11 Flint, MI. Doll Show & Sale. Dom Polski Hall. Flint Barbie Club.

810-659-2351.

11 Hershey, PA. Doll & Toy Show & Sale. Granada Street Gym. Central Penn Doll Club. 717-761-3609.

11 Iowa City, IA. Doll & Bear Show & Sale. Quality Inns & Suites.

Old Capitol Doll Club of Iowa. Larry Bailey. 319-643-2441.

11 Mounds View, MN. Doll & Bear Show. Mermaid Event Center Coral Bay Ballroom. Carol Benson. 763-434-9023. carol@CPromotionsPlus.com 11 New Hope, PA. Doll Show & Sale. Eagle Fire Hall. Mark Lehmann. 215-657-2477. markvleh@cavtel.net 17 Concord, NH. Doll Show. Madame’s Dollhouse Warehouse.

Concord Crossing. 800-935-3625. Stephen@ madamesdollhouse.com 17 Pasadena, CA. Doll Show & Sale. Pasadena Elks Lodge.

Forever Young. 818-368-4648.

17 Palmetto, GA. Doll Show. Georgia Baptist Children’s Home.

Peachtree Doll Collectors. 770-579-9404.

17-18 Puyallup, WA. Doll & Teddy Bear Show. Puyallup Event Center. Dorothy Drake. 775-348-7713. www.dolls4all.com 17 Radford, VA. Catalogued Auction of Rare All Bisque Dolls.

Farmer Auction Center. Ken Farmer Auctions & Appraisals.

800-476-5359.

18 Columbia, MD. Doll & Teddy Bear Show & Sale. Columbia Hilton Hotel. Lady Baltimore Doll Club. 410-484-1687. kenzosmom@verizon.net 18 Marshalltown, IA. Doll & Antique Auction. Van Metre Auction Center. Van Metre & Associates. 641-752-8753.

18 Wausau, WI. Doll & Antiques Show. Newman Catholic Middle School. Altrusa International Foundation Inc. of Wausau.

22-23 Louisville, KY. Antique & Collectible Doll Auction. Hays & Associates, Inc. 502-584-4297.

22-23 Nashua, NH. Doll Auction. Holiday Inn. Withington Auction, Inc. 603-478-3232. www.withingtonauction.com 23-24 Rottterdam, Netherlands. Intl. Doll & Teddy Bear Show. Ahoy, Ahoyweg 10,3084 BA. www.niesjewolters.nl 24 Sparks, NV. Doll & Teddy Bear Show & Sale. Holiday Inn. Melinda’s Dolls. 775-342-7629. www.melindasdolls.com 24 Washington, NC. Doll Show. Red Men’s Lodge. Anne Scott.

252-946-3046.

25 Columbus, OH. Doll & Bear Show & Sale. Aladdin Shrine Center. Ruth Ann Dunn. 614-475-2706. mfwb@glasscity.net

25 St. Charles, IL. Toy & Doll Show. Kane County Fairgrounds.

Antique World Shows. 773-736-5140 26 Columbus, OH. Antique & Vintage & Modern Doll, Accessory & Toy Auction. Aladdin Shrine Center. McMasters Harris Auction Co. 800-842-3526.

31 Bellevue, WA. Holiday Exhibit Dolls & Toys. Rosalie Whyel Museum. 425-455-1116.

31 Scottsdale, AZ. Antique Doll Auction. Arizona Biltmore.

Theriault’s. 410-224-2515.

31 West Covina, CA. Doll Show. Elk’s Lodge. National Doll Festival. 831-438-5349. DollFestival@aol.com

November 2009

1 Anaheim, CA. Doll Show. Anaheim Plaza Hotel. National Doll Festival. 831-438-5349. DollFestival@aol.com 1 St. Charles, MO. Doll & Bear Sale. Columns Banquet Center.

Spirit of St. Louis Doll Club. 314-692-8678. patclif@aol.com 1 Scottsdale, AZ. Martha Hester One-Owner Collection of Rare Dolls by Madame Alexander. Arizona Biltmore. Theriault’s.

410-224-2515.

1 Southbury, CT. Doll & Bear & Toy Show. The Crowne Plaza.

Jenny Lind Doll Club. 860-628-8896.

4-5 Hatfield, PA. Doll Auction. Alderfer Auction & Appraisal.

215-393-3023. 800-577-8846 x3023.

6-7 Vallejo, CA. Doll Show & Sale. Vallejo Fairgrounds. Nancy Jo’s. 925-229-4190.

7-8 Agawam, MA. Doll & Toy & Teddy Bear Show. The Oaks Hall.

The Maven Co. 914-248-4646.

7-8 Kansas City, MO. Doll Auction. KCI Expo Center & Holiday Inn @ KCI Airport. Frasher’s Doll Auctions, Inc. 816-625-3786.

7 Oro Valley, AZ. Doll Show. Resurrection Lutheran Church.

Tucson Doll Guild. Sandy Milton. 520-575-7204.

7 Westampton, NJ. Dolls at Auction. Sweetbriar Auctions.

410-275-2094.

8 Bellevue, WA. Antique Doll & Toy Market. Red Lion Bellevue Inn. Teresa Lehmbeck. 425-413-9516. rivertoncottage@ hotmail.com 8 Davenport, IA. Doll & Toy & Bear Show. Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds. Dora Pitts. 563-242-0139.

8 Paris, France. Doll Auction. Hotel Ambassador. Theimer Auctions. Francois.theimer@wanadoo.fr.

13-15 Vineland, NJ. Toy Sale. Bertoia Auctions. 856-692-1881. toys@bertoiaauctions.com 14 Albuquerque, NM. Albuquerque Doll & Bear Show. MCM Elegante. Melinda’s Dolls. 775-342-7629.

14 Des Moines, IA. Doll & Bear & Toy Show. Iowa State Fairgrounds.

Colleen Holden. 515-986-1975. dolls50265@aol.com 14 Garden Grove, CA. Doll Show. Garden Grove Community Center. Donna Purkey. 714-828-5909.

14 Nazareth, PA. Doll Auction. Dotta Auction Co. Inc. 610-759-7389. www.dottaauction.com 14 Red Bluff, CA. Holiday Harvest Festival. Tehama District Fairgrounds. National Doll Festival. 831-438-5349.

DollFestival@aol.com 15 Hackensack, NJ. Doll Show. The Rothman Center. Fairleigh Dickinson University. 352-527-6666. www.jmkshows.com 17-18 London, England. Dolls & Teddy Bear & Toys & More Show.

Bonhams. +44(0)20 7393 3900. www.bonhams.com 21 Dublin, PA. Doll Show. Dublin Fire Co. Hall. Buxmont Doll Lovers. 215-822-2556.

21 Holland, MI. Doll Show & Sale. Holland Civic Center. Sandy Barts. 231-557-1947.

21 Palm Beach Gardens, FL. Doll Show & Sale. Amara Shriners.

Karen Monahan. 561-304-9581. youngatheartdolls@ comcast.net 21 San Jose, CA. Doll & Teddy Bear Show. Santa Clara County Fairgrounds. Dorothy Drake. 775-348-7713.

22 Lisle, IL. Doll & Bear Show & Sale. Hilton Lisle/Naperville.

Julie Bronski. 312-919-7135.

December 2009

4-6 Pittsburgh, PA. Toy Show. Monroeville Convention Center. info@steelcitycon.com 412-213-0224.

5-6 Gaithersburg, MD. Antique Doll Show. The Fairgrounds.

Bellman Events. 443-617-3590. infoDOLLS@comcast.net 6 Milwaukee, WI. Doll & Bear Show & Sale. Serb Hall.

Orphans In The Attic. Marge Hansen. 920-563-0046. dollbear@sbcglobal.net

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Puddy’s Dream

Antique Dolls • Perfume Bottles Antique Furniture • Jewelry and Vintage Clothing Come Spend the Day - Everybody Welcome!

Open Tues. thru Sun. 10-5 Located in Historic Evanswood Village on Hwy. 10 Weyauwega, WI 1-920-867-4300 Ask for Dawn.

• Toys • Miniatures • Doll Molds • Supplies •

Nancy Jo’s Doll SaleS

vallejo, CA Vallejo Fairgrounds

NOVEMBER 6-7,

Sara Bernstein’s Dolls 10 Sami Court, Englishtown, NJ 07726 Phone 732-536-4101 Email: santiqbebe@aol.com www.sarabernsteindolls.com www.rubylane.com/shops/sarabernsteindolls

The Doll Works Judith Armitstead (781) 334-5577 P.O. Box 195, Lynnfield, MA 01940

Please visit our website for a fine selection of antique dolls, dollhouse dolls, dollhouse miniatures, teddy bears, all bisque dolls, bathing beauties, kewpies, dresser boxes, snow babies, half dolls, and doll accessories at www.thedollworks.net

2009

Friday 12:00 p.m., Saturday 9:00 a.m.

For information send SASE (2 stamps) to: Nancy Jo Schreeder, 305 Robinson St., Martinez, CA 94553 Phone 925-229-4190 Fax 925-229-5369

Website: www.nancyjodollsales.com

Doll Related Items • Furniture • Clothes • Bears

Large Kestner china head with molded necklace

www.TheDollWorks.net

SCHOENHUT TOYS

Always Buying and Selling Great Schoenhut Toys.

Call for an ever-changing inventory. Top prices paid.

Phone 631-351-0982 (eastern time) Keith Kaonis, P.O. Box 239, Northport, NY 11721-0344 71

Sherman’s Antiques & Doll Hospital

2750 Lake Alfred Road (Hwy 17N) Winter Haven, FL 33881 We specialize in antique and collectable toys and dolls and also deal in all types of antiques. Our doll doctor has over 20 years experience with all doll services performed on site. We make as well as restore teddy bears too. Our doll doctor can make wigs, clothes or any service your doll may need. We are located in central Florida and opened year around seven days a week. Monday thru Saturday 10 am – 5 pm and Sunday 12 pm – 5 pm. Call 863-298-4333 or 863-221-4035. Email: Jerry@Shermansantiques.net Website: www.shermansantiques.net Member of UFDC

Sondra Krueger Antiques

Place Your Ad Here a classified marketplace for antique dolls and related merchandise Copy Ads: 35 cents per word, no limit; $12 minimum Ads with a border and boldface, add $10 to word total Black and White Photo Ads we can convert your color ads to black and white 1/12 page ( 2 1/2” h x 2 3/8” w) $40 1/9 page ( 3 3/8” h x 2 3/8” w) $50 Full Color Photo Ads 1/9 page ( 3 3/8” h x 2 3/8” w) $125 Please include payment with your ad. Larger ads are considered display ads — call us for information. 1-888-800-2588.

Antique Doll Collector, P.O. Box 239, Northport, NY 11768

Buying and Selling antique doll furniture, dollhouses, antique toy china, accessories. www.sondrakrueger.com Ebay Store: Sondra Krueger Antiques phone 530-893-5135.

Email: sondkr@sondrakrueger.com

WANTED TO BUY • Music Boxes • Musical Clocks • Mechanical Organs

Always in the market for better quality disc and cylinder music boxes, musical clocks, singing birds, band organs, player organs, coin pianos, monkey organs, Wurlitzer 78 rpm jukeboxes, slot machines.

Any condition.

Martin Roenigk, 75 Prospect Avenue, Eureka Springs, AR 72632.

Toll Free 800-671-6333 email: mroenigk@aol.com

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Frizellburg Antique Store www.frizellburgantiques.com Visit our website today! A quality group shop specializing in dolls, toys and holidays.

Laura Turner, proprietor, 1909 Old Taneytown Rd., Westminster, MD 21158. 410-848-0664 410-875-2850 Open Thurs-Sun 11-5

Three orig Japanese houses from the 1940’s complete with orig figures and accessories in excellent condition.

We also carry a quality line of antiques, textiles, furniture and jewelry. 30 years of experience where you can buy or sell with confidence. Call us with your wants — we have an ever-changing inventory

Classified ads due no later than the first day of the preceding month of publication. Example: May 1 for the June issue.

November 21, 2009, Saturday, 10-3, Young-At-Heart Dolls Show and Sale, Amara Shriners, 3650 RCA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410, Admission $3, Karen (561) 304-9581, youngatheartdolls@comcast.net, www.youngatheartdolls.com, Dealer Space Available.

RESTORATION of Antique Teddy Bears. Professional repair specializing in early soft stuffed toys. Always interested in BUYING old bears and pals in any condition.

Restoration and Teddy Artist Laura Boeck-Singers (414) 871-4956 Email lkboeck@sbcglobal.net Web www.teddy-bear-artists.com ANTIQUE DOLLS – French and German Bisque, All Bisque, Chinas, Limited Ed. Doll Plates. SASE. Ann Lloyd, 5632 S. Deer Run Road, Doylestown, PA 18902. 215-794-8164.

Email: alloyd@nni.com RubyLane.com/shops/anntiquedolls Member NADDA, UFDC ANTIQUE dolls and collectibles. LSADSE for color fully illustrated list #71. 10 month layaway available.

Member UFDC & NADDA. Regina A. Steele, 23 Wheatfield DR, Wilmington, DE 19810-4351.

Phone 302-475-5374 Email: RSteele855@aol.com Visit my website: www.ReginaSteele.com Antique Doll Repair and Restoration full service repair of dolls including bisque, composition, hard plastic and vinyl dolls. We specialize in antique and vintage doll clothing and related accessories. Call Rhoda’s Doll Emporium 618-387-1255. Email rhodawade99@gmail.com

Valerie Fogel

Liberal lay-away policy.

Three day return privilege -ALWAYS BUYING-

North Bend, WA. 98045 Tel: 425.765.4010 Fax: 425.292.0185 (call 1st) Valerie@beautifulbebes.com Member UFDC

We accept PayPal

See show dates on our web site calendar link

Beautifulbebes.com The yearning to find the sought after Simon & Halbig 1448 IV has been met.

Jewel like topaz eyes, sweeping lashes and persimmon shaded lips meld into the wistful face of this adorable 12" character child. Incised and marked, garbed in antique frock, antique wig and autumn bonnet, and residing on original composition body. A golden opportunity to acquire a superior doll! $14,950

Giving thanks will fall like pearls from your lips when you hold this treasure in your arms. This magnificent beauty with her size huge baby blues will resonate with all the hopes and dreams you have nurtured and cherished. A 19" Bru Jeune Bebe on kid body with hinged arms and simply astounding beauty. Lovely bisque and dressed in warm fall hues, this bebe is priced for ease of acquisition. Please call for additional details!

Just in time for the Thanksgiving celebration, here comes the most adorable blank button Steiff we have seen in a very long time! Superb apricot color, wonderful full mohair, and completely original in superior condition! 13" complete with attitude... wonder if he knows that rooster wants to take a bite of him? $2495

This cherubic 12.5 " Steiner sets the example in her original antique chartreuse ensemble.

A sought after cabinet bebe with creamy bisque, original mohair wig, original Steiner cardboard pate, and antique leather shoes. Her bonnet is a work of art, delicately suited to her silken frock.

Her original signed body with classic Steiner styling completes the portrait of this beautiful bebe... $5995

Kestner Pouty - 'Miss Scarlett' had nothing on this mesmerizing and hypnotically beautiful lass. Stunning blue eyes with dreamy depths inspire sighs of longing and amazement. Framed by her original silky mohair wig, petal-perfect bisque and full pouted lips, she paints a nostalgic picture of days now gone with the winds of time. Purely original from couture hat to oil-cloth shoes in royal blue velvet bonnet, cape and chambray dress. 19" of pure bliss! $4250

Shop our showcases - just a sampling of our current inventory. Call for details.

BECKY & ANDY OURANT’S

VILLAGE DOLL & TOY SHOP

A GREAT DOLL DESTINATION BUS TOURS WELCOME

LARGE SELECTION OF ANTIQUE FRENCH, GERMAN, AND RETIRED R JOHN WRIGHT DOLLS

Open Sunday 9AM - 4PM or by appointment Visa/Mastercard 8 N.Village Circle P.O. Box 705 Adamstown, PA. 19501 (717) 484-1200