Dec 2009

Antique DOLL Collector December 2009 Vol. 12, No. 11

December 2009 Vol. 12, No. 11 $595 / $695 Canada www.antiquedollcollector.com

An outstanding collection of antique dolls, doll houses, and miniatures comes to California in January, 2010.

But there’s just one catch.

It’s only there for three days.

And then it’s gone forever.

The very finest of the world’s antique childhood treasures are gathered for this three day exhibition, presented for you in spectacular displays. And you simply must be there to see them. Because after the weekend is over, the treasures will be gone, finding their way to new homes and new keepers who will take their turn at preserving this beautiful heritage.

If you’ve ever contemplated coming to a Theriault doll auction, this is the event to choose. To gaze, to gasp, to study, to adore extraordinary treasures that you may never see again. And perhaps, in the end, to bid, to win, and to bring home a doll for remembrance.

To learn more, read the inside of this page.

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Echoes of Remembered Rooms

Theriault’s Auction Weekend for Doll Lovers

Saturday, January 9, 2010 “In a Perfect Harmony” An Extraordinary Auction of Antique Dolls Highlighted by the Private Collection of

Featuring Three Full Days

Vera Bryant of Alabama, USA. A legend in the world of dolls for more than 3 decades, this gracious Southern lady has garnered an extraordinary collection of the rarest antique dolls, focusing on elusive models and unusual faces. French dolls include the mischievous Jumeau character 203 and his lovely lady partner who were featured on the cover of Doll News in February 1964 along with their fascinating history; both are still garbed in their impeccably-preserved more-than-acentury old festival costumes, and now featured on the Theriault auction catalog cover. More than 300 dolls and doll related objects are offered in this one-day auction. The commemorative 150 page full color catalog is available for $59. Preview Saturday 9 AM. Auction 11 AM. Absentee, telephone, and live internet bidding are available if you cannot attend.

Questions? Need more information? Want to order the catalogs? Call 800-638-0422, visit www.theriaults.com or email info@theriaults.com.

To see more dolls and miniatures from these auctions see the article on the interior of Antique Doll Collector. To view all of the objects in the two auctions (after December 15) visit www.theriaults.com and click on the button for Proxibid.

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Friday, January 8 and Sunday, January 10, 2010

“Echoes of Remembered Rooms” A Superb Auction of Antique Doll Houses, Doll Rooms, Miniatures and Miniature Dolls from the Viennese Collection of Hanne Buktas.

A one-owner collection comprising over 1000 lots, collected with passion over 30 years and filling the upper floors of her stately Vienna, Austria mansion. Many consider this the most comprehensive and exquisite collection of miniatures ever privately collected. Comprised of the finest in European 18th and 19th century miniature furnishings and accessories,

the collection is rich as well in miniature dolls, mignonettes, room settings and historic dollhouses. The auction will take place over two full days with absentee, telephone and internet bidding available for those who cannot attend. Hardbound commemorative 200+ page catalog, all full color $59. Friday preview 12 noon.

Auction 2 PM. Sunday Preview 9 AM. Auction 11 AM.

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Questions? Need more information? Want to order the catalogs?

Call 800-638-0422, visit www.theriaults.com or email info@theriaults.com. To see more dolls and miniatures from these auctions see the article on the interior of Antique Doll Collector. To view all of the objects in the two auctions (after December 15) visit www.theriaults.com and click on the button for Proxibid.

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Echoes of Remembered Rooms

Theriault’s Auction Weekend for Doll Lovers

Saturday, January 9, 2010 “In a Perfect Harmony” An Extraordinary Auction of Antique Dolls Highlighted by the Private Collection of

Featuring Three Full Days

Vera Bryant of Alabama, USA. A legend in the world of dolls for more than 3 decades, this gracious Southern lady has garnered an extraordinary collection of the rarest antique dolls, focusing on elusive models and unusual faces. French dolls include the mischievous Jumeau character 203 and his lovely lady partner who were featured on the cover of Doll News in February 1964 along with their fascinating history; both are still garbed in their impeccably-preserved more-than-acentury old festival costumes, and now featured on the Theriault auction catalog cover. More than 300 dolls and doll related objects are offered in this one-day auction. The commemorative 150 page full color catalog is available for $59. Preview Saturday 9 AM. Auction 11 AM. Absentee, telephone, and live internet bidding are available if you cannot attend.

Questions? Need more information? Want to order the catalogs? Call 800-638-0422, visit www.theriaults.com or email info@theriaults.com.

To see more dolls and miniatures from these auctions see the article on the interior of Antique Doll Collector. To view all of the objects in the two auctions (after December 15) visit www.theriaults.com and click on the button for Proxibid.

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Friday, January 8 and Sunday, January 10, 2010

“Echoes of Remembered Rooms” A Superb Auction of Antique Doll Houses, Doll Rooms, Miniatures and Miniature Dolls from the Viennese Collection of Hanne Buktas.

A one-owner collection comprising over 1000 lots, collected with passion over 30 years and filling the upper floors of her stately Vienna, Austria mansion. Many consider this the most comprehensive and exquisite collection of miniatures ever privately collected. Comprised of the finest in European 18th and 19th century miniature furnishings and accessories,

the collection is rich as well in miniature dolls, mignonettes, room settings and historic dollhouses. The auction will take place over two full days with absentee, telephone and internet bidding available for those who cannot attend. Hardbound commemorative 200+ page catalog, all full color $59. Friday preview 12 noon.

Auction 2 PM. Sunday Preview 9 AM. Auction 11 AM.

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Newport Beach, California

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Questions? Need more information? Want to order the catalogs?

Call 800-638-0422, visit www.theriaults.com or email info@theriaults.com. To see more dolls and miniatures from these auctions see the article on the interior of Antique Doll Collector. To view all of the objects in the two auctions (after December 15) visit www.theriaults.com and click on the button for Proxibid.

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Echoes of Remembered Rooms

Theriault’s Auction Weekend for Doll Lovers

Saturday, January 9, 2010 “In a Perfect Harmony” An Extraordinary Auction of Antique Dolls Highlighted by the Private Collection of

Featuring Three Full Days

Vera Bryant of Alabama, USA. A legend in the world of dolls for more than 3 decades, this gracious Southern lady has garnered an extraordinary collection of the rarest antique dolls, focusing on elusive models and unusual faces. French dolls include the mischievous Jumeau character 203 and his lovely lady partner who were featured on the cover of Doll News in February 1964 along with their fascinating history; both are still garbed in their impeccably-preserved more-than-acentury old festival costumes, and now featured on the Theriault auction catalog cover. More than 300 dolls and doll related objects are offered in this one-day auction. The commemorative 150 page full color catalog is available for $59. Preview Saturday 9 AM. Auction 11 AM. Absentee, telephone, and live internet bidding are available if you cannot attend.

Questions? Need more information? Want to order the catalogs? Call 800-638-0422, visit www.theriaults.com or email info@theriaults.com.

To see more dolls and miniatures from these auctions see the article on the interior of Antique Doll Collector. To view all of the objects in the two auctions (after December 15) visit www.theriaults.com and click on the button for Proxibid.

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Friday, January 8 and Sunday, January 10, 2010

“Echoes of Remembered Rooms” A Superb Auction of Antique Doll Houses, Doll Rooms, Miniatures and Miniature Dolls from the Viennese Collection of Hanne Buktas.

A one-owner collection comprising over 1000 lots, collected with passion over 30 years and filling the upper floors of her stately Vienna, Austria mansion. Many consider this the most comprehensive and exquisite collection of miniatures ever privately collected. Comprised of the finest in European 18th and 19th century miniature furnishings and accessories,

the collection is rich as well in miniature dolls, mignonettes, room settings and historic dollhouses. The auction will take place over two full days with absentee, telephone and internet bidding available for those who cannot attend. Hardbound commemorative 200+ page catalog, all full color $59. Friday preview 12 noon.

Auction 2 PM. Sunday Preview 9 AM. Auction 11 AM.

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Newport Beach, California

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Questions? Need more information? Want to order the catalogs?

Call 800-638-0422, visit www.theriaults.com or email info@theriaults.com. To see more dolls and miniatures from these auctions see the article on the interior of Antique Doll Collector. To view all of the objects in the two auctions (after December 15) visit www.theriaults.com and click on the button for Proxibid.

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December 2009 Volume 12, Number 11

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A WISH COME TRUE!

by Jan Peterson Les Poupées Retrouvées, a magical destination for doll shoppers in Paris.

ADVERTISING DOLLS FOR CHRISTMAS IN THE 1920’S AND 30’S

by Ursula R.Mertz A look at how the toy companies promoted the holiday season in the “good old days.”

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HIGHLIGHTS FROM THERIAULT’S UPCOMING GRAND AUCTION WEEKEND.

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VARIETIES OF CRÈCHE FIGURES

by Lynda G. Christian Crèche figures are detailed works of art for the doll collector.

About The Cover

January 8th – 10th marks Theriault’s Grand Auction weekend in Newport Beach, CA featuring two important collections: the extraordinary collection of Vera Bryant of Birmingham, Alabama featuring the finest French and German bisques and the exquisite, 30-year plus dollhouse and miniature collection of Hanne Buktas. We’re excited to bring you a preview of the upcoming sale. Photo courtesy Theriault’s.

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KÄMMER AND REINHARDT’S CLOTH CARICATURE DOLLS

by Linda Edward These humorous dolls are nothing like the company’s bisque headed dolls.

CHRISTMAS TOYLAND LIVES ON

by Don Jenson A fabulous 1920’s department store giveaway reminds us of the glory days of Chicago’s famed Boston Store.

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UFDC MODERN 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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EMMELINE & CONSTANCE

by Karen Golden A matching pair of English poured wax dolls and their “fairytale” history.

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A SUITCASE FULL OF TREASURES

by Debbie Bigness The story of one collector’s amazing auction experience!

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1. - 2. 21" F. G. Block Letter Bebe, huge amber almond shaped p/w eyes, mint early pale bisque, fabulous very long orig. HH wig full of long banana curls. She wears a gorgeous ant. Fr. light blue & white silk 2 pc. costume & her great orig. undies, orig. crocheted socks & ant. shoes.

On her early orig. chunky 8 ball jointed st. wrist body w/orig. finish. Has desirable Bru type molded tongue tip. A spectacular face with great chubby cheeks!! She is the BEST ever!!! And only… $8800.

3. 7" S & H All Bisque 908 Type, br. sl. eyes, feathered brows, mint bisque overall, 2 sq. cut upper teeth, swivel neck, wearing fully orig. fabulous aqua silk & brown velvet couture costume with matching hat. Orig. S & H body, in perfect condition. She is a knock out and very 1-2 RARE!!!! An attic find!! $3750.

4. 5 1/2" All Bisque French Mignonette, immaculate pale bisque, the finest decoration, bl. set glass eyes, closed dome, orig. magnificent long mohair wig, chignon & adorned with blue side ribbons, wears orig. silk & lace couture costume having a blue outer dress & ecru silk & lace trim, with blue silk covered buttons & pleats in back with orig. organdy & lace underclothing, bl. 2 strap shoes with a tiny black 5-6 painted bow and high white stockings. On her perfect orig. all bisque body with swivel neck. I have never seen one this beautiful & clothing is to die for!!!

OUTSTANDING!!! SALE $3995.

5. - 6. 26" French A.T. (A.Thullier), with an o/mo., gorgeous huge blue p/w eyes, immaculate early pale bisque, on her orig. AT body with orig. finish, wears her orig. silk & lace dress with ant. leather Fr. shoes & fabulous ant. velvet and silk French hat. She is absoluely amazing!!!! Call or Write for Price!!!

7. - 8. R. John Wright… Wynken, Blynken and Nod, MIB, absolutely adorable number 55, Limited Edition of 100. Box and all paperwork included. Three 6" dolls in their wooden shoe with all their accessories and bl., brun. & auburn mohair wigs. This set is darling and in 9-10 MINT condition. You will love it. :-) $2650.

9. - 10. Early 28 1/2" Steiner C Bebe W/Lever Eyes, immaculate early pale bisque, bl. signed lever eyes, ant. long tailed mohair wig & orig. Steiner pate. Wears an authentic Fr. Steiner dress, ant. undies, orig. signed Paris shoes, orig. crocheted socks & fabulous ant. fancy net bonnet. Fully marked head incised Steiner C and head stamp too, on her orig. very early st. wrist Steiner body with rare early Cadeus Steiner mark. I just love this doll. For the advanced collector! She is EXTRAORDINARY beautiful & a great large size!!! SALE… $15,750.

11. - 12. 10" French A. 2 T. (A.Thullier) Bebe, factory orig. AT dress incl. an extra Fr. ant. BRU dress, bisque is absolutely gorgeous & pale, fabulous orig. full & clean mohair wig, orig. cork pate, gorgeous bl. p/w eyes, luscious lashes & beautifully feathered brows. Incl. orig. 2 pc. dress, rarely found orig. "signed" AT#2 shoes, & ant. Fr. velvet hat. On her orig. A.T. wooden body with the orig. clean finish & early st. wrists & "signed" AT #2 head. These are very rare & desirable, especially in this GREAT tiny size. For the serious doll collector's, you know how special this doll is. She has been in my own collection for many years, is OUTSTANDING & in unplayed with condition. Very RARE teeny size & really hard to find orig. costume & signed shoes!!!! Call or Write for price!!!!

13. - 14. 16" F. G. Block Letter Bebe, magnificent pale bisque, bulging light LAYAWAY AVAILABLE blue threaded p/w eyes, feathered brows, orig. mohair wig & pate. Wears Member UFDC & NADDA a fabulous Fr. 2 pc. dress, gorgeous Fr. ant. silk hat, ant. undies, ant. socks (Nat'l Antique Doll Dealers Assn.) and ant. Fr. shoes. On her fabulous early orig. 8 ball jointed st. wrist FG body with orig. finish. Has the desirable Bru type molded tongue tip and is absolutely STUNNING!!! Only… $7995.

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BUYING AND SELLING QUALITY DOLLS FOR OVER 16 YEARS 1 - 3. Petite Jumeau as ballerina, 11" fashion in child-like size, orig. wig, swivel neck, antique clothing. Very enchanting! $1850.

4. 12" Early Lenci, ca. 1925. all orig., good cond. in vintage Christmas box she has always lived in. $525.

5. German numbered bisque plaque with Gollywog and peg wooden soldiers motif, waving a flag of "Peace". 5 1/2" L and 3 3/4" W. $295 Exhibiting: December 5 - 6 - Eastern National Doll and Toy Show, Gaithersburg MD, Montgomery Fairgrounds

Happy Holidays to All!

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Happy Holidays from Carmel Doll Shop 17-1/2” Louis Doleac $7900

19” Leon Casimir Bru $12,500

14-1/2” Maison Jumeau $7500

17” Maison Jumeau $7800

15-1/2” Maison Terrene $7400

8” Steiner $6500

18-1/2” Eugene Barrois $4900

5-1/2” Simon & Halbig $595 17” Eugene Barrois $5995 12-1/4” Eugene Barrois $2600

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11-1/2” K * R Marie for FAO Schwarz – this mint fully jointed doll “101” contained in her trunk with label and original wig, undies, shoes and four dresses gives new meaning to “all original!” A celebrated doll from the celebrated store! $2800 16” Hat to Shoes Kathe Kruse Doll I – mint and all original with early, wide hips, extra pretty coloring, no touch ups and unplayed crisp original clothes complete with hat and shoes – usually lost! A winner! $6500 30” Rare Lenci “Merry Widow” – circa 1920s, long limbed lady doll, long neck, lidded eyes, silk stockings, felt garter, high heels and sexy tricorn hat! 30” of Deco drama! $2500 24” Exquisite Lenci Lady “165” – richly elegant beauty in her elaborate headdress and brilliant costume with all its jewelry, appliqués, heeled shoes and two labels! $2500

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

22” Rare “Bebe Louvre” – a specially commissioned closed mouth bebe for the famed Paris department store Au Louvre known for its luxury.

Note her uniquely sophisticated features with aristocratic brows and satin finish bisque. A rarely offered luxury Bebe. $4800

14” “The Elusive Paris Bebe” – never more adorable than in this prized cabinet size with her enormous eyes, long chubby cheeks and gently exaggerated personality – hip length antique tresses, leather shoes and Jumeau earrings! Rare! $4500

11” Gbr. Heubach 8420 – see #17

22” Important China Man – early, rare pressed china male with side part, deeply modeled waves and thoughtful countenance, discreet flaw, marvelous doll! $1500 22” Early Pierced Ear Lady – rare version. Mint, important pressed china with elaborate hairstyle, molded coronet, painted brushmarks and long looped curls gathered up in back! $2500

33” Princess Elizabeth Jumeau – one of the very few child size models produced by Jumeau to celebrate the visit of the English princess to Paris. Quality complexion, extra large flirty eyes, closed lips, and saucy pink silk party dress with original shoes! $3800.

Chad Valley Bed Doll - glass eyes orginal pin, bunny fur trim. $325.

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& R, SIMON & HALBIG, mold 123 and 124, known as Max and Moritz, 40 cm, with bisque socket heads, closed laughing mouths, brown and blue painted impish eyes and their original jointed bodies, brought approximately $49,000 at Ladenburger’s October 9 and 10 auction.

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gorgeous Bebe Bru Jne 3 in her original couture frock and shoes, 13-1/2 inches tall, original blonde mohair wig and kid body, bisque forearms and hands, sold for $31,360 at Frasher’s November auction.

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n extremely rare fashion doll by Radiguet & Cordonnier, Paris around 1880, in all original condition with an unusual modelled socket head made of pressed bisque, on a deep breast plate with strong formed breasts, marked RC DEPOSÈ, laughing modelled openedclosed mouth with two rows of teeth, fine kid leather body, probable original stand with paper label, sold for approximately $110,000 at the recent Ladenburger auction.

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he earliest period portrait bebe by Jumeau, c. 1876, 25 inches, with a very plump French composition and wood ball jointed body, sold for $16,500 at the recent Theriault’s sale held in Scottsdale, AZ. Another highlight was the rare porcelain lady by Royal Copenhagen, 16 inches with a very rare coiffure, c. 1840, at $9,000. She is holding a trio of porcelain taufling babies, also by Royal Copenhagen, c. 1840, in their original tulle bunting, presented in their original wicker layette basket, which brought $8,000. Prices do not include the buyer’s premium.

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Telephone: (212) 787-7279 P.O. Box 1410 • NY, NY 10023 1-3. 11” Jumeau Fashion in Original Couture – size “2” cabinet pageantry in her splendid, bronzed rose silk gown with its beautifully constructed panels, pleats and tucks plus her filigreed brocade bag with its matching chapeau with metal beads and pearls over her original wig and pate. Dramatic elegance! $3200 4. 15” Factory Original DEP Walker – perfectly pert from her straw bonnet and mint mohair wig to dainty side buttoned boots, a cream puff in her ornate ruffled silk and lace with the factory original gold lettered banner, delectable bisque and even the original DEP eyelashes! $1500 5. 21” Breathtaking Kestner Hilda – romantic and dreamy describe the especially tender expression of this winning Kestner icon, distinctive for its mint skin wig, mint original body and lavish 30” layered ensemble, with bonnet. $3000 6. 19” Closed Mouth Tete Jumeau – a perfect size 8. Fully signed, with softly glowing baby brown PW eyes with a warm and tender light, amidst gentle quality bisque and delicate blush, tiny no show flaw, cork pate, French hh wig, mint signed body, cozy for winter in her luxurious fur ensemble. $2950 7. 15” Choice ABG Character – way beyond “googly” is this over the top dimpled toddler with rare taunting “who done it” flirty eyes, deep dimples and separate bisque tongue, mint factory wig and body – a scamp! $1100 8. 11” Factory Perfect Cabinet Poupée – as crisp as the day she was made, this ivory pure creation is all original from decorated ornate mohair wig to miniature size 1 ivory heeled boots, swathed in elaborately styled original bustled gown with train. A treasure $3000 9. 17” Deluxe French Trade Brown SH 949 – one of those very special pre 1900 export Halbigs assembled in France with PW eyes and French body! Lovely fired in color, elegant long face modeling, original fully jointed brown Steiner body! Authentic and rare! $2800 10. 20” Museum Quality Poured Wax – romance and history combine in this exquisite child – all original from silken rooted hair with garland to leather slippers in mint layers of spun gauze and lace with a corseted silk bodice and cascading fabric flowers to the hem – sublime perfection since 1870. $1500 11. 13” Block Letter F.G. “Bebe Gesland” – a rare example of the prized “block letter” F.G. model on the important 1880’s body. Shimmering beauty abounds in snow pure bisque, gentle brows, shaded lids, glistening blue pw eyes, rich two tone mouth with molded tongue – a precious size in her ice blue lavender ensemble! $5250 12. Please see number 8 above.

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13. 22” Rare Simon Halbig 769 – an early Halbig rarity with soulful brown PW eyes, very expressive modeling, gentle bisque, beautiful mint stiff wrist body with separate balls, lovely antique dress, important and rare Halbig model!

Not in the Halbig book! $2500 14. & 15. 16” All Original European Art Dolls – fantastic pair of hand made wooden dolls, ca. 1910, dressed in every possible detail.

One of a kind portraits! $1495 16. 13” E. Barrois – ca. 1870 Paris, flawless pale bisque with blue PW eyes, early flange neck, original cork pate and wig, striking teal blue fashion gown. $2200 17. 11” Factory Original Heubach Rarity – “8420” with sleep eyes, mint wig, fully jointed body and very handsome Scottish attire with leather shoes. $1500 18. 24” Rare Transitional Jumeau with Signed Shoes – fascinating early example of a fully signed transitional Tete Jumeau from the E.J. period with EJ features and brows, signed E. J. shoes and mint early mark, stiff wrist Jumeau body; an important rarity with crystal blue PW's, original cork pate and wig plus factory chemise beneath truly lovely original period dress and chapeau. $6,000 19. 9-1/2” All Original AM Googlie – big blue eyed cutie with silky wig and delightful period clothes! $895 20. 12” All Original Cabinet Belton – what a find! The sultry “portrait” look with original mint 8 ball body with stiff wrists, shaded lids over big PW eyes, in original Victorian whites with factory heeled shoes plus ivory silk ensemble for dress occasions! A prize! $2250 21. 25” Attic Original China – striking child in her high style, layered Victorian ensemble with matching hat and chunky glazed limbs – a real portrait. $550 22. Door of Hopes – in original clothes and early wooden arms! Rare Buddhist Monk, just $1600.

9” Lovely Children – matching set. $695 each, less for pair.

23. Milliners Models – early 1830s maches, some with gentle wear; all in original garments, great hairdos, 12" and less, $895 and less 24. 15” Unusual Chase Boy – blue ribbon winning example in original clothes and different hair color. $650. 14” Choice Small Rollinson, all original in his heirloom layers with brown eyes, no repaint, tan boots – great! $1200 25. 10” All original Neapolitan Crèche – elegant patrician woman with glass eyes, no repairs, excellent condition and lovely posture, $595.

Another with basket of fruit, $595 26. 28” Lifesize George Borgfeldt Baby – incredible doll, 18” head, chunky mint body, lovely period clothes lifelike! $950 Adorable Baby Gloria – joyful infant with happy smile, sleep eyes, original body and clothes. $450 27. 12” French Face Belton – early fine quality, great body. See #20 28. Factory original K*R Toddler – choice trio of one owner sweethearts with starfish hands, all original from silken bobbed wigs to quality leather shoes in hatted ensembles! Twins: 10” left, blue eyes, $1200, 10” right with brown eyes, $1100 6” tall $650

Telephone: (212) 787-7279 P.O. Box 1410 • NY, NY 10023

29. 28” Heirloom Christmas Kestner – A Victorian Miss in high waisted polished wool dress/coat with shoes, ivory bisque, dewy sheen, round luminous brown set eyes, mint Kestner body – a holiday delight! $850 30. 24” K*R 117 Look Alike – portrait of the ingénue by Dressel with sensitive features and delicate bisque all framed by shoulder length silky tresses- romantic child. $895 31. 28” Simon Halbig “Jutta” Mariner stunning quality image of Edwardian childhood with her animated modeling in oily bisque, with signed Dressel body made especially for the mold, in vintage sailor dress and original shoes. $895 32. 16” Big Heubach Grinner 7911 – what energy he has in the outrageous big size and the riot of modeling all designed to make you smile! Great body too! $1200 33. 16” Adorable and Rare Kestner 160 - pre 1900 innocent with early flat brows, pug nose, lacey lashes, heart shaped lips, mint early body, original darling clothes and factory shoes crowned by hip length antique waves. $1250 34. 20” Attic original JDK 226 Baby – classic Kestner from wig and pate to booties on original body beneath 35” long layers of gowns – scarce model. $750 35. 20” Louis Amberg “Baby Peggy” – ca 1924. The unheralded important celebrity character bisque of exceptional quality with shoe button sleep eyes, upturned nose and the impish googly style smile – a unique collectors find that predates Shirley Temple! $1250 36. 23” Angelic K * R 121 – who can resist this perfect cherub with such tender modeling and dewey sheen in the lifelike size, as if she might speak! All original too in peach pongee silk! $950 37. 18” Gbr. Heubach Smiler – what an impressive success is this happy fellow in the full large size, with great bisque, deep intaglio eyes and radiant smile – it’s contagious! $795 38. 19” Choice Simon Halbig Jutta 1349 – sultry French face model with satin blush, penetrating gaze, cascading honey hip length French tresses over vintage cream dropwaist ensemble and mint signed body. $695 39. 19” French Trade Walker – Jumeau brows, vibrant blue eyes, good French body with working pull cord crier and exquisite pure silk dress! $750 40. Unusual Black Flirty Toddler – Factory original from wig to shoes with active glass eyes, chubby toddler body and unusual maker signed: PFO/364/5A. $1100 41. 23” K * R Flirty Walker – this unusual chubby toddler with jointed arms flirts her baby blues and turns her head from side to side in a playful strut, parading her pink eyelet pinafore for all to see! $650 42. 28” Simon Halbig 1250 in Original Clothes – the Santa family model with “V” mark on lip, gorgeous quality with her rich brown eyes, great body with fully jointed arms and very regal, silk dropwaist layered dress with sash. $750 43. & 44. 28” French Trade Handwerck Sister Dolls – both in very fine quality heirloom finery in mint condition with flawless bisque and poetic facial contours. Early mint Handwerck bodies with original finish, long human hair wigs, stunning in every way, alike but different! $1100 and $895

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1. 24" K * R #114 - This beautiful pouty girl is in outstanding condition. She is completely original head to toe. She is for the collector that values quality & originality. The finest character I have had the privilege of owning in over 40 years. $8750 2. 12 Raggedy Ann - She is a great Asleeo--Awake Rageddy Ann in excellent condition. This doll is completely original, circa 1940. $750 3. 17" Shirley Temple - This Shirley is in excellent condition, completely original. She comes in her original box, a real treasure. $1550 4. 29" Kestner #164 - She is a very pretty blue eyed girl, nicely dressed in antique clothes. Her body has very old repaint. She is very reasonable priced at $650 5. 19" S.F.B.J. #226 - He is an adorable blue eyed French character. This doll is in excellent condition. $2850 6. 19" Kestner #152 - This is a brown eyed beauty. She has excellent quality bisque & her original Kestner body. Her nice antique blond mohair wig & old clothes add to her charm. $750 7. 17" S.& H. #1249 - This lovely "Santa" doll is adorable. She is in outstanding condition & completely original. $950 8. 15" Kestner #167 - This is a lovely little cabinet size doll. She is beautifully dressed in an antique lace dress. She is in excellent condition. $750 9. 13" S.& H. #1079 - She is a precious little child with huge blue eyes. Her condition is excellent with original wig & lovely lace dress. $750 10. 12 Heubach boy - He is a nice little cabinet size character. This doll is nicely dressed & brings a little bear along to his new home. $650 11. 9" S.& H. #1079 - She is a very desirable little cutie in good condition. $450 12. 10" A.M. #971 - She is an adorable baby nicely dressed & in good condition. $250 13. 12" A.M. #341 - She is in good condition, nicely dressed. $225 14. Size 15 marked Bebe Jumeau shoes. $550. I also have many other sizes in stock. Call or e-mail for info.

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

www.kathylibratysdolls.com Email: Libradolls@aol.com

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FRAMED: 11” KESTNER 247 CHARACTER BABY Beautiful blue sleep eyes, open mouth, pretty original baby gown, original wig. Cute dimples! I want to pinch her cheeks!................................................................................$1650.

4 1. 32” SIMON & HALBIG 949 - Brown sleep eyes, open mouth with four upper teeth, new human hair wig, heavy jointed wood and composition body with jointed wrists. Dressed in wonderful antique clothing. Despite a hairline, eye chip repair and unmatched body repaint, this is a big beautiful doll with a dreamy look typical of the mold, and is a lovely display doll. $995 2. 16” KESTNER XI - Brown sleep eyes, closed shapely mouth with accent line between lips, mohair wig on antique cardboard pate, original heavy jointed Kestner Schmitt-type body. Dressed in all antique clothing with antique wool coat, maroon wool peaked hat, antique socks and antique shoes. A very desirable early Kestner with outstanding and expressive modeling and decoration, early heavy body in exceptionally nice condition. $4250 3. 20” KESTNER 257 BABY - Blue sleep eyes missing real lashes, open mouth with two upper teeth and wobble tongue, original mohair wig on cardboard pate, composition Kestner baby body with crier (works faintly). All original clothing with inconspicuous mouse damage, soft kid baby moccasins.

Exceptionally nice condition; wig is becoming thin in places, finish of body is wonderful. She is a very pretty baby coming from an attic for the first time. $550

Call or visit my website for additional dolls and more detailed descriptions.

4. 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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1. 20” KAMMER & REINHARDT 114 “GRETCHEN” CHARACTER WITH RARE SLEEP EYES Lovely Antique Costume w/ matching socks, antique shoes, PERFECT!…

A SUPER FIND! ............................................................................................................................... $11,000.

2. 30” HUGE KAMMER & REINHARDT 117n “MEIN LIEBLING” FLIRTY Gorgeous pale bisque, heart-, super antique original costume & antique leather shoes, Lovely HH wig.

STUPENDOUS! ................................................................................................................................... $2750 3. RARE 17” SIMON & HALBIG 1488 RARE CHARACTER CHILD Blue sleep eyes, fully jointed toddler body, cute antique dress. Very faint hairline so reasonably priced at ............. $2200.

4. 14” RARE JUMEAU POUPEE PEAU WITH BULBOUS BLUE PAPERWEIGHT EYES with Jumeau Stamped body lovely costume orig wig. A real little SHOW STOPPER! ......... $2900.

5. 21” ALT, BECK & GOTTSCHALCK 911 ANTIQUE DOLL Blue PW eyes, Quality fully jointed compo body All antique costume & shoes. SO BEAUTIFUL! ...................................... $2600.

6. 7.5” ARMAND MARSEILLE 200 GOOGLY Blue side glancing eyes, chunky original five piece toddler body—Great expression! SO MISCHIEVOUS! .............................................. $1250.

7. 21” ALL ORIGINAL CLOSED MOUTH KESTNER FASHION MARKED X Large brown sleep eyes, closed pouting mouth, lovely wig plus original wig, stunning antique dress and shoes, sturdy kid body! A REAL SWEETHEART!................................................................. $1175.

8. 29” EARLY LETTER KESTNER ALL ANTIQUE Original blue sleep eyes, original signed body. Stunning antique dress, lovely blond mohair wig. Superb Example! ............................. $1750.

9. 18” KESTNER 171 KNOWN AS “DAISY” Wonderful antique Kestner is so sweet with gorgeous original blue sleep eyes, wonderful antique dress & underwear. Fully jointed original Kestner body signed Germany. Everyone wants a Daisy! ............................................ $1550.

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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Fritzi’s Antique Dolls

Wonderful small Brevete Bru, 9-1/2 inches, Tete Jumeau, 11 inch Kissing Bru Jne R (tree not for sale).

See our special Christmas display at the Gaithersburg, MD December 5-6 show and the January 16 and 17 Naples Doll Club show in Naples, FL. Buying & Selling Quality Antique French and German Dolls • Member UFDC & NADDA Phone 630-553-7757 Yorkville, IL

Email: fritzisantiquedolls@comcast.net

Preview: Theriault’s Grand Marquis Auction Weekend, January 8th - 10th

The Quest of Two Collectors When choosing her doll house room, Hanne Buktas had a keen eye for architectural details, as evidenced in this superb example that has original papers and trim, and outstanding ornamentation.

The 3 ½”h. miniature globe with ebonized wooden base and bone or ivory globe features such exotic place names as Chinese Empire, circa 1880.

The petite French all-bisque mignonette has jointed elbows and knees, being sold on Friday, January 9.

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Among the miniature dolls in the Hanne Buktas collection, Echoes of Remembered Rooms, is this very fine French all-bisque mignonette in original costume.

ere is how a collection can begin. An early-dawn stroll through a neighborhood flea market and spotting one pure and shining treasure among the dusty baubles and detritus of other people’s lives. It is a little miniature chair, for example, and it reminds you of Grandma’s chair when you sat at her feet and she told you stories of long ago. You must have that chair.

And then the chair begins a quest for a miniature version of the tiny foot stool you sat on. And then for a miniature puppy like the one that never left your side all those years ago. And then for the carpet, the tables, the lamps, the people, and soon, the walls of a house itself. It is then that you know you have begun another collection. The journey to create a perfect world in miniature is underway.

Or the journey can be the quest for a doll that resembles one you saw so many years ago in a shop window, or your grandmother’s attic, or even in your grown-up world, in the cabinet of a friend already devoted to the search for beautiful dolls.

Theriault’s January auction weekend in Newport Beach, California on January 8-10, 2010 is the story of the quest of two women to create their own perfect world in miniature and in dolls. An ocean and half a continent apart, neither knowing the other, each has spent the past three decades dedicated to the search for the finest, the most elusive, the choicest.

For one, Hanne Buktas, the search was for dollhouses, furnishings, and miniature dolls. For the other, Vera Bryant, the search was for dolls. They come together at this three-day weekend event in a felicitous and awesome way.

In pristine original condition, the French miniature salon with silk upholstered furnishings and numerous accessories, is just one of the 128 dollhouses and doll rooms being offered in the Hanne Buktas collection.

– Their Perfect Doll World

Among the fine doll rooms, notable for their luxury size, is this example known as “Madrid at the Turn of the Century” including a wedding party, the rooms enhanced with details such as a leaded window, fancy chandeliers, and set-back garden room.

The Hanne Buktas Collection, titled “Echoes of Remembered Rooms”, of dollhouse miniatures, miniature dolls and dollhouses, was exhibited on the upper floors of her stately Vienna, Austria mansion, and many have considered this the most comprehensive and exquisite collection ever privately assembled. Comprised of the finest in European 18th and 19th century miniature furniture and accessories, the collection is rich, as well, in miniature dolls, mignonettes, room settings and historic dollhouses. Examples from the Golden Age abound, with names such as Rock & Graner, Evans and Cartwright, Wagner & Sohne, Erhard & Sohne, Babette Schweizer, Bing, and Maerklin, as well as houses and rooms by Moritz Gottschalk, Christian Hacker and others. There are, too, wonderful kitchens, filled to over-flowing with wares, tools, early pottery and rare accessories, with examples providing an outstanding historical perspective of kitchens from the late 18th to early 20th centuries. Shops, groceries, milliner’s, breweries, and other unusual rooms are found, too, although it is the superb homes and rooms, ranging from quaint and cozy to palatial, that most cause the imagination to soar.

The Marquis smokes, the Lady glides, the weeping child bemoans her tumbled doll, and the Vivandiere brings sustenance to the troups, among others in the fine group of automata from the Bryant collection being sold by Theriault’s on January 9.

The auction, Echoes of Remembered Rooms, includes many wonderful chandeliers and lighting pieces including this rare example.

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The alcove of a grand-sized two-room setting from the German firm of Johann August Hermann is wonderfully detailed, just one of the many unusual architectural details of the rare room setting.

The auction, Echoes of Remembered Rooms, includes dozens of sets of antique furnishings from notable German firms. This set, in high style Art Nouveau, of exquisite fruitwoods, is one example.

The auction features a number of early fullyfurnished kitchens ranging from the late 18th century to this fine example of the late 19th century furnished in an unusual manner, known as the “Red Kitchen”.

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The Hanne Buktas collection of dollhouses includes a large number of wonderful miniature bisque dolls, many being sold with accompanying accessories such as this little original all-bisque doll and antique feather tree.

An unusually shaped window seat is built into the garden room of a grand-sized room setting.

Presented in the Echoes of Remembered Rooms auction are extremely rare accessories such as the Erhard and Sohne ormolu chandelier with bisque cherub ornamentation.

Among the outstanding French bisque poupees at the January auction are those with rare body variations, several examples shown here. For collectors who prefer their poupees in elegant costumes, it is good news that each has a fine antique costume, too.

Among the rarest of the Steiner bebes are this 25” Series E, and 19” Series G, to be presented at Theriault’s Saturday auction on January 9, 2010.

To describe the houses as museum-quality is more than just an accolade, too, as several examples in the collection emanate from important European museums. And, too, there are the people, hundreds and hundreds to be exact, miniature antique dolls ranging from rare examples of the mid-1800s, to wonderful occupational ladies and men of the late 19th century in factory original costumes, to superb all-bisque mignonettes suitably sized for dollhouse display. The auction “Echoes of Remembered Rooms” will take place on Friday, January 8 with preview at 12 noon, and auction beginning at 2 PM, and again on Sunday, January 10, with preview at 9 AM and auction at 11 AM. “This marks a signature departure from our usual January auction weekend”, says Stuart Holbrook, president of Theriault’s, “since we usually open this weekend with a Friday evening auction. But the scope of this collection requires that we begin the auction early on Friday, and likely will be selling this exceptional collection well into the evening. And, again, of course, all day on Sunday.”

The Vera Bryant Collection of fine antique dolls, entitled “In a Perfect Harmony”, to be conducted on Saturday, January 9, 2010 is a perfect complement to the Hanne Buktas collection. Upon making an initial visit to the home of Vera Bryant of Birmingham, Alabama,

Gorgeous bebes by Thuillier will take to the runway at the January 8 auction, each distinctively of the Thuillier family, yet each unique.

A mysterious and courtly gentleman of the German school, his neatly-parted brown hair an exact color match to his dapper moustache, is wearing his original formal-wear costume.

The gentle faces of bebes by Jules Steiner continue to charm collectors, here shown in rare model variations.

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A very rare German bisque lady with combination sculpted/wigged hair.

That combined with her rare glass eyes and it’s understandable that she would also be smiling.

The early bisque man has a smiling expression, and well-detailed mutton chops.

He is so rare!

The pair of Jumeau dolls as they appeared on the cover of Doll News in 1964.

The outstanding and all-original French bisque bebes by Jumeau have been together for nearly 125 years and they are as pristine now as then. The gentleman, model 203, from the Jumeau character series has his original silk Bebe Jumeau banner, and his lady friend is a perfect match. The dolls appeared on the cover of Doll News in 1964, then in the collection of Mrs. Gordon Bennett of Oakland, California, before joining the caring hands of Vera Bryant. Now, appropriately, they will appear on the cover of Theriault’s January auction, “In a Perfect Harmony” and will be sold together, continuing their mutual history.

Wonderful 24” size of Simon and Halbig’s 151 character model.

Many rare characters, some in very desirable larger sizes allowing full sculpting detail of their character expressions, are offered at the auction, including the 20” model 1305 by Simon and Halbig.

In addition to the classic and beloved Bru Jne bebe of the Golden Age, shown here, the auction also offers other rare models ranging from Bebe Brevete to Bebe Modele to circle/ dot Bebe, and even the rare Asian and mulatto bebes.

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Stuart Holbrook reported, “They are not only exquisite and rare dolls, but they are chosen so carefully that each blends perfectly with the other, one contrasting with a doll nearby, another forming a delightful partnership. To put it simply, they are in perfect harmony”. And so the title of the auction was chosen.

For more than 3 decades this gracious Southern lady has garnered an extraordinary collection, focusing on elusive models and unusual faces. French dolls include the mischievous Jumeau character 203 and his lovely lady partner who nearly 50 years ago were featured on a cover of Doll News; at that time, the 1890-era pair were still wearing their superb silk festival costumes from the workshops of Ernestine Jumeau – and today, they remain the same, pristine and breath-taking, and will be sold together, remaining united, and now featured on the cover of the auction catalog.

But French dolls just begin with this pair. There are other fabulous Jumeau bebes ranging from the very early portrait girl in grand 25” size shown in the book, Jumeau, to E.J. premiere, Triste and other The Beautiful Jumeau examples, mostly in original couturier costumes. Lovers of the Bru bebe will have ten outstanding examples from which to choose, including not only classic Bru Jne models, but also the rare Asian and mulatto Bru bebes and beautiful wooden-bodied Bebe Modele. Four exquisite models of A.T. bebes are included, each different, and there are also rare model Steiner and Schmitt bebes as well as extremely rare early Huret bebe with painted eyes, and a later-period rare glass-eyed Huret bebe.

Poupees, too, take the runway to showcase their Theriault’s Preview continued on page 74

Happy Holidays to everyone!

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

9” steiner figure A $9,000.

Old painted tin ticket booth 10-1/2” tall $595.

2 Bliss houses - 9-1/2” $795. and 12-1/2” $950.

Early rag dolls 13” & 14” $295 each - 20” - $895.

7-1/2” glass eyed cat pull toy $450.

French child’s tea set in box 151/2” x 10-1/2” - $150

5” long carriage with all bisque baby $225.

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LEARNING ABOUT AMERICAN-MADE DOLLS

by Ursula R.Mertz Photos Otto Mertz

Effanbee’s Nancy Ann and siblings have never been identified. Pictured here is another Effanbee dolly face mama doll that was promoted the following year (Playthings, August 1924). She is 20 inches tall and her name is Betty Lee. Just like Nancy Ann, she has two siblings: Alice Lee at 23 inches and Barbara Lee, 29 inches tall. Her very distinctive looking outfit made it possible to identify her from the illustration in the 1924 ad.

n these modern times we are constantly barraged by advertising of every kind on radio, television and the newspapers. Sunday papers in particular are accompanied by sizeable stacks of advertising fliers and booklets. It used to be that merchants waited until after Thanksgiving to let loose with their torrent of advertising for Christmas merchandise. Don’t we resent it when sales promotions are aimed directly at our children? We sigh and wish for “the good old days” when the pace was slower and merchandising not as aggressive. Or was it less aggressive??

The large toy makers and distributors advertised regularly in the trade magazines Playthings and Toys And Novelties. Advertising aimed at Christmas was placed as early as September. Of the available materials studied, the Effanbee Company of New York City seems to have been the most creative and thorough in their planning for Christmas.

In the October 1923 issue of Toys and Novelties, Effanbee had placed a double page ad, using a many pronged approach.

The left hand page pictured a little girl playing with a mama doll named Nancy Ann. The ad copy described the attributes of Nancy Ann in great detail and addressed itself directly to the little girls, culminating in saying: “Don’t you think that perhaps mother or grandmother or maybe daddy would give her to you this Christmas? Why don’t you ask them?” It also mentioned that “Nancy Ann is one of a large family.”

On the same page, the parents were advised that special Christmas prices were in force.

Twenty-three-inch Nancy Ann was available at $10.00 and twenty-inch Mary Ann at $7.50. If the dolls were not available at the local toy store, they Two members of the extensive could be sent for directly from Effanbee: “Don’t Effanbee Patsy family: 14” Patsy and let that little girl be disappointed about her 19” Patsy Ann. Both all original. dolly this Christmas. Take advantage of this special offer and send for Nancy Ann today.”

Furthermore, parents were offered a free booklet entitled “How to select the proper doll to suit your child’s age.”

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The right hand page addressed itself to the toy merchants, informing them that the left hand page would appear in the November and December issues of Good House Keeping and Ladies Home Journal and that these ads would be supplemented with a four-week newspaper campaign in the larger cities of the country. It further mentioned that there would be billboards along railroad tracks and highways.

Both ladies’ journals mentioned carried paper dolls, eagerly looked forward to by children. The toy merchants knew that their ads would be seen by children.

Effanbee continued addressing children directly. By 1933, their Patsytown News had been published for several years. In it the company introduced their new dolls and treated them like real children. The dolls traveled and had adventures. An October 1933 ad in Playthings showed the front page of a Patsytown News issue exclaiming: “Over 200,000 Little Girls will see this Newspaper and Supplement and will learn all about the latest developments in EffanBee Dolls in general – and the new Patsy Dolls in particular – in time for Christmas buying.”

In the September 1931 issue of Toys And Novelties, the E. I. Horsman Co., and Averill Co., Inc, of New York City, announced a joint advertising campaign. They proudly proclaimed: “First to sell dolls for your store via RADIO! HORSMAN AND MADAME HENDREN DOLLS are the first in the field to make Radio sell dolls for you.” The initial ad in September was accompanied by illustrations of a Horsman Patsy look alike and their Baby Dimples (plus another dolly face doll).

One month later in the October issue a contest was announced for this radio campaign. It would bring customers to local toy stores daily to pick up entry blanks. Apparently, a Horsman/Hendren slogan had to be entered. There would be daily drawings for the best submission, and the winner would receive a special doll, called Gold Medal Baby. All the subsequent advertisements showed illustrations of Gold Medal Baby. When the winners were announced over the air, the name of the store would also be mentioned. Their December ad stated: ‘This is how we say “Merry Christmas,”’ by selling HORSMAN-HENDREN Dolls for you by radio – over the 19” Horsman Patsy most important radio stations!”

Look Alike named “Nan.” All original.

In the October 1934 issue of Playthings, the Ideal Novelty & Toy Co., of New York City introduced their Shirley Temple doll. Ideal had secured exclusive rights for the production of the dolls from the Fox Film Corp., and warned competitors that infringements would be prosecuted. The public was fascinated with the spunky little girl that could sing, dance and also act. Certainly, every little girl would clamor for a Shirley Temple doll. Editorial copy enthusiastically stated: “Two more pictures starring the young actress are expected before Christmas, giving dealers an opportunity for some excellent publicity tie-ups.” One could see that the demand would be endless, as the dolls were dressed in exact copies of the outfits that Shirley wore in the films. Some toy stores conducted contests. The little girl that most resembled Shirley Temple would receive a Shirley Temple doll. Surely, that must have 18” Horsman”s Gold Medal kept mothers busy with their curling Baby. All irons, creating lots of corkscrew curls for Original. their little girls, just like Shirley Temple’s.

Retailers made advance preparations for Christmas as well. In their October 1932 issue of Toys And Novelties, editorial copy reported on Bloomingdale’s, the large department store on Lexington Avenue in New York City. In September, the store held their second annual country fair in their toy department. The fair offered various entertainments, contests and toy demonstrations, all presented in colorful booths, just like at a real country fair. The previous year’s fair had also been very successful. The editors felt that it was definitely designed to impress the Bloomingdale name on people’s minds in preparation for holiday purchases.

A Bloomingdale ad offered various toys and household goods.

Prominently featured was a dollhouse with a boy and girl doll dressed in Dutch costume. The ad stated: “Bloomingdale’s Creates a New Sensation.

Here’s Hansel, Gretel and Their Darling Doll House. All three complete for $1.99.” Apparently, this attractive set was not an exclusive with Bloomingdale’s, as the actual set illustrated with this article is ink stamped “Montgomery Ward” on the bottom.

The August 1929 Toys And Novelties issue editorialized on “The Lay Away Plan” for Christmas.

It was pointed out that such a plan had many advantages. It removed customer’s worries about where to hide toys bought early. It would bring business when toy store clerks are not very busy.

It would give customers the pick of the stock.

Toy merchants reported that they had been successful with the lay away plan. However, no returns should be allowed on lay away merchandise, in order to discourage customers, who would return their purchases a few days before Christmas when a competitor had discounted his prices.

Another store reported on a “moving electrical display” in their toy department that had resulted in thousands of dollars worth of business. People came from miles around, even school classes with their teachers. It was pointed out that such a display had to be in the department itself, as it brought the customers into the store. If it were in the window, customers would stay outside.

As we have just seen, some advertising plans used in the nineteen twenties and thirties were surprisingly sophisticated, others quaint. People were not “snowed under” as we are during our holiday season. We can justifiably look back on this period with some nostalgia.

We can decorate our homes, turn off the TV, ignore the stack of advertisements in the wastebasket and have a MERRY CHRISTMAS!

13” and 18” Ideal Shirley Temple. Both all original.

18” Ideal Shirley Temple. All original.

Bloomingdale’s 12” Hansel and Gretel in front of their house, all original.

Hansel and Gretel’s house, 14x17x7

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24” Rare Talking Bebe Jumeau Phonographe Depose SGDG, original key, small baking flaw right back, brown paper weight eyes, open smiling mouth with teeth, 1894 Bon Marche advertised Bebe Jumeau Phonographe 1894 - 1899, French antique bonnet, HH wig, antique type dress $6600.00

26 1/2” Kestner 214, brown sleep eyes, very sweet look $675.00 Steiff “Butch” The Cover Dog from Saturday Evening Post, tag & button, jointed head $195.00

13” Shirley Temple in original tagged blue music note dress, combination, shoes & stockings, mohair in original set, slight overall crazing $495.00

11” Set of Alexander Dionne Quints with molded hair, original tagged dresses, bonnets, combinations, shoes and stockings, gold name pins, composition extremely good, Yvonne has a slight split on top of head, clear oiled eyes $1900.00

23” Tete Jumeau size 10, blue paperweight eyes, antique satin trim dress, undergarments and black stockings, leather shoes, mohair wig, lovely velvet hat and Jumeau earrings, hairline on left forehead $3750.00

11” Door of Hope wood craved face and hands, original white top with blue frog closure (few stains), blue pants, original shoes & head band $750.00

20” Alexander 1957 Cissy Chic #2146 all original dress, hat, stole w/ flowers, undergarments, shoes, jewelry $795.00

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15” French Fashion Jumeau #6 swivel head, original wig & cork pate, lovely antique clothes and leather shoes, blue eyes, pierced ears, Simone look, feathered eyebrows, outlined lips, slight ½” hairline from minute baking split $2495.00

13” Glass eyed Parian, original body, hands are as is, fancy hairdo with blue ribbon necklace and pierced ears, shoulder plate repair $345.00

14 1/2” P90 Toni, original green & white striped dress and white shoes, blonde hair, nice facial coloring $145.00 15” 1957 Little Bo Peep Shirley Temple all original in dress with attached slip, pantalettes and Ideal shoes, hair in original hair set, good facial color $225.00

13” SFBJ 236 on 5 piece body, blue sleep eyes, original HH wig, antique velvet hat $875.00

11” C/M FG in 4” Steiff 1950’s pair of Rabbit’s, Scroll Pheasant dressed with baskets, movable Lady, blue eye, cloth head, rubber hands as is $195.00 body with molded clay hands, shoes & bucket $450.00

13” Amusco #1006 by August Muller & Sohn, German papier-mâché, glass eyes, original mohair braid, oriental cloth body, (small light spot on right cheek) $300.00

19” Simon & Halbig Heinrich Handwerck, molded eyebrows, blue sleep eyes, missing 2 teeth, right hand has two fingers repaired $375.00 18” “Daisy” Kestner 171 C 1/2, 7 1/2 on German compo body, hairline on chin $595.00

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Pink Organdy Dress w/ matching panties, pink straw bonnet, blue eyes to the right, slight craze on right cheek $265.00 Red Headed Bride w/ bouquet, no veil, blue eyes looking to the right $225.00

6 1/2” All Original Pair of French Ravca’s wearing traditional costumes & wooden shoes, lady’s tag “Ulsacienia”, man’s tag “Ulsairen” $189.95 pair 9 1/2” Ravca Hiker with leather like boots, felt hat $155.00 9” Kimcraft painted cloth face peddler lady with fabulous basket of treasures, cloth body, arms & legs $99.50

19” Studio Sasha gypsum head, hand painted face with brown eyes, HH wig, mesh body, mitt hands with separate thumb, green & white check dress, circa 1940 - 1960 $4750.00

5 1/2” AM #323 Googlie, original 5 piece body, HH wig, sleep eyes $795.00 Now $700.00 10” Just Me AM #310 7/0 painted bisque, blue sleep eyes, mohair wig, cute organdy dress $995.00 Now $800.00

23” Ideal Johnny Playpal vinyl, redressed, O/C mouth, blue sleep eyes $395.00 Steiff – 1950’s wonderfully clean mohair 7” Beppo jointed mohair dog, button & tag $125.00 13” Lizzy with button & tag, great condition & coloring $195.00 6” Niki jointed rabbit 1950’s Sold 13” Rare Brosus , tag & button, great colors & mint condition $495.00

12” Compo jointed Kewpie, original painted eyes to left, really cute, redressed $115.00 15 1/2” Compo Scootles, slight crazing, great look with pudgy cheeks $225.00

SHOPPING IN PARIS

by Jan Peterson Photos Elwyn Peterson

Les Poupees Retrouvees is a must for doll lovers visiting Paris.

Arielle has furnished her entire shop in antiques, including the brass cash register.

y closest friend, who is also passionate about collecting antique dolls, and I have often said one of our favorite fantasies is to take a time machine back to the Paris of the glory days of shops such as Au Paradis des Enfants, or the 19th century Au Nain Bleu. This summer in France, my dream came as close as possible to coming true! Tucked into a side street not far from the Arc de Triomphe, is an antique doll store that is simply a gem.

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French fashion dolls live very well indeed in this charming shop in the heart of Paris.

A group of mignonettes pose in front of an antique child’s folding screen.

Arielle’s shop is Bleuette heaven.

Potter novels that only other magical people can see! For Arielle’s shop is, indeed, a magical place.

Arielle recalls first falling hopelessly in love with antique dolls standing in front of her mother’s display vitrine of antique dolls in her childhood home when she was ten years old. The love affair has been a lifelong pursuit of beautiful dolls and all their lovely accessories. In 1990, she decided to turn her passion into a career and opened her first shop in Paris. Until quite recently, that is where she combined career and happy obsession. Then, one day, she was walking past her current location and saw that it was for sale. Once inside, she knew she had found the absolutely perfect place to display her antique treasures. The shop itself is a true antique with gorgeous display shelves and built-ins dating from the 19th century. Arielle felt as if she had come home! She bought the shop and, without enormous renovations, was able to open the store of her dreams.

The crowning glory was a massive, beautiful antique brass cash register she found in England

Hats and bonnets are a specialty.

and had to have for her shop. (I think my own husband should no longer complain when I fill our suitcases with only doll furniture to lug home!) The combination of already there antique décor and Arielle’s exquisite taste in arranging and displaying her rare and precious wares make the shop a visual jewel when you step through the door.

Drawers and drawers hold everything a doll from long ago could have ever dreamed of possessing. Shoes and bootines of every size, socks, tiny handkerchiefs, simple straw hats to elaborate ruched bébé bonnets, every luxury toilette article imaginable, gloves, fans, corsets, and an entire closet filled with frocks for the tiniest mignonnette to the largest bébé await doll collectors and their spoiled “girls”. Those who collect little boy dolls are not disappointed, either! Arielle has a charming selection of little boys and wonderful props to keep them happy, too, such as antique marbles and other “boy” toys. She has a lovely collection

A tiny sample of shoes and gaiters for every size doll.

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A chubby little wrestler au naturel gets ready to enjoy her bath.

of animal companions for French fashions, layettes for babies, simply anything one’s heart could desire or imagine. Bleuette collectors can expect to meet the most pristine dolls I have ever seen for sale. Of course, these little girls have all their accessories available as well.

One aspect of lingering in Arielle’s shop I found especially charming was the display of so many unexpected items. There are lovely antique carte de visite of children with their toys and amazing antique room screens within which you could create an entire scene. Millinery and sewing items to create your own costumes, little glass covered boxes full of small antique toiletries, opera glasses, étrennes of every sort created for little girls and their dolls, sewing nécessaires for the tiniest mignonnette, and every cooking implement imaginable fill the shelves and drawers of this wonderful shop. It would be very reasonable to plan to spend at least two hours in the shop just to get an idea of what is available!

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This lovely selection of Lilliputians still all have their original national costumes.

The babies in Arielle’s shop seem to chortle as you walk by.

They would be among the happiest two hours of your collecting life!

Arielle is gracious and charming. Visiting with her is a pleasure, and she has wonderful stories to relate about her collecting adventures. She loves to haunt flea markets and brocantes (the French equivalent to group yard sales) just on the off chance something might turn up. Imagine her delight one day when among all the jumble in a box lot, she found a beautiful 19th century encrier (ink well set) made for a fashion doll! Another favorite story is when she bought an old doll, removed the wig to check for hairlines, and discovered a jewel tucked inside the head! The mystery and charm of who hid the jewel and never retrieved it adds to the adventure that is doll collecting.

Arielle’s personal favorites are the dolls created

by Jumeau and Bru, but her store has something to delight everyone. You will find mignonettes, Lilliputians, French fashion ladies, Bleuettes, babies from SFBJ, Asian, Caucasian, and Black dolls, as well as breathtaking French bébés and beautiful German girls. Situated in the heart of Paris, Arielle says some of her most amazing items simply come

Fans, gloves, teddies for your bears. Arielle has it all.

This lovely Rabery and Delphieu from 1882 awaits adoption seated on a gorgeous antique chaise.

There are drawers of unmentionables of every size and style.

through the front door of the shop in the arms of their owners who wonder if she would be interested in buying their “old stuff”! I can’t imagine a more enchanting destiny for a toy than to be moved from a dusty attic into the magic that is Les Poupées Retrouvées. I know for us humans who are obsessed with old playthings, Arielle’s shop is a MUST while in Paris. I can’t wait for my next visit! Neither can my dolls…

Les Poupées Retrouvées is located at 90, rue Jouffroy d’Abbans, Paris 75017. Metro stop: Wagram E-mail: lespoupeesretrouvees@yahoo.fr Web site: lespoupeesretrouvees.com Telephone and fax: 01 48 88 98 77 Arielle is delighted to greet doll lovers from the world over.

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Cheval Mirror 16" c1870 $750

China Boy Fabulous Original Costume 14" $495 c1830 Milliners Model Fine Body 6-1/2” $399

China Nun with Rosary 7" $150 19th Century Pull horse on platform 7" $499 Early Belton 8" pos Ernst Grossman $499

Early Silk & Velvet Crazy Quilt 17" x 12" $345

Center: c1860s Highbrow China 13" original red wool costume $495

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1. Two extremely rare & ever so desirable French cloth children by the Venus Doll Company - near mint condition w/ pristine hand painted faces & fully tagged clothes - exceptional - all original - 16” tall $1,495 each.

2. This lovely early French papier maché lady is a truly wonderful - excellent all original condition - wondrous hand painted facial features w/lovely detail - thin wasted wood center body w/firm kid arms & lower body 18” tall - $1,795.

3. Wonderful & rare two story dollhouse by Schoenhut - fully signed - 4 room interior - 2 room attic - great condition w/ original curtains - 21”t x 22”w x 14”d - $2,495.

4. Exceptionally cute and never to be found is the utterly adorable “Teddy Doll” - wonderful mohair teddy body w/ a beautiful blue eyed bisque head child - this doll came into being with the birth of admiral Byrd’s baby w/ he was crossing the North Pole - precious - 11” tall $795.

5. Two wonderful all original compo Madame Alexander children - rarely found - tagged clothes: A) (Seated) just as precious as she can be “baby genius” - 12” tall - $495. B) Cute as a button “Baby Butch” - 16” tall $595.

6. Ever so cute & always desirable character child by Kammer & Reinhardt - mold #116A - wondrous bright eyed laughing face - 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 - rare open/closed laughing mouth w/ soft amber shading - to add to his wonderment & delight he’s on an adorable five piece chubby toddler body - just precious - perfect shelf size - 10” tall. $2,495.

7. Last month we had the boy - this month we have the girl - rarely found & ever so desirable - Orsini baby made of earthenware - made for Alt, Beck & Gottschalk - extremely expressive face w/ flirty baby blue eyes - human hair upper lashes - open laughing mouth w/treble tongue - compo & cloth body - 24” tall - $995.

8. Utterly breathtaking dark eyed French bebé by S.F.B.J. - this is the very early S.F.B.J. w/ that always desirable Jumeau look - wondrous hand poured French bisque w/ grand & glorious hand painted facial features - soft arch feathered brows - enormous chestnut brown sleep eyes w/ human hair upper lashes slightly open mouth w/ soft amber shading - original French jointed body - 25” tall - oh-o-o-o-o we found a hairline – it’s invisible & undetectable - but its there - so-o-o-o-o instead of $1,495 - Her price is only $750.

9. Is he cute or what - another wonderful toddler - this one by Konig & Wernicke - exceptional high quality bisque w/ wondrous hand painted facial features - soft arched feathered brows over heather blue sleep eyes- slightly open pouty mouth w/ soft amber shading - to add to his wonderment & delight - he’s on a fully jointed toddler body - 21” tall - $1,495.

10. Wonderful small shelf size oriental young lad by Schoenau & Hoffmeister - exceptional bisque w/ lovely hand painted facial features - chestnut brown glass eyes in exaggerated almond shaped eyes - original mohair wig w/ queue - 9” tall - $895.

11. Extremely rare lady marked “WD” - this exceptionally beautiful treasure is a German doll made for the French trade - for many years we believed this doll to be French - recently we have found that the maker Wilhelm Dehler had a French address - thus the confusion - this rare beauty has superlative pale bisque w/ wondrous hand painted facial features - soft arched feathered brows over amazing corn flower blue paperweight eyes w/ early dark outline - slightly open mouth w/ rich rose red shading - unique original compo body w/ molded breast - delicate hands, & very narrow waist - lovely original clothes - 14” tall $1,995.

12. Wonderful super size toddler boy by Kammer & Reinhardt - mold # 121 - another one of my favorite molds - exceptional high quality bisque w/ wondrous hand painted facial features - soft arched feathered brows over enormous lapis blue sleep eyes - slightly open mouth/ soft amber shading - to make him all the more delightful he’s on a fully jointed toddler body - he’s a great big 28” tall - $2,495.

13. Extremely rare Belton native American Indian by Bahr & Proschild - mold #244 - soft as butter bisque w/ first out of the mold quality - wondrous hand painted facial features w/ feathered scouring brows over enormous chestnut brown glass eyes - closed extremely pouty mouth w/ just a hint of amber shading original compo body - factory original clothes - 15” tall - $1,995.

14. Wonderful open mouth bebé made for the French trade - (early Sonneberg type) - marked only with a size number - lovely pale bisque w/ wondrous hand painted facial features - soft arched feathered brows w/ that very obvious French look - enormous heather blue sleep eyes - slightly open smiling mouth w/ dark amber shading - original French body - 23” tall - $1,995.

15. Wonderful early Rollinson boy w/ great detailed features - big beautiful hand painted eyes - excellent condition - 16” tall $1,495.

16. Extremely rare laughing character child by Gebruder Heubach - I love her - she just makes you smile - mold #5636 - super high quality pink molded bisque w/ exceptional hand painted facial features - fawn shaded brows over wondrous ocean blue sleep eyes - open/close laughing mouth w/ two lower molded teeth - fully jointed compo body - 14” tall - $2,495.

17. Wonderful tiny shelf size Sonneberg type child made for the French trade - sweet little French face w/ enormous heather blue glass eyes - closed pouty mouth w/ soft amber shading - original compo body - 9” tall - $1,495.

18. Did you ever see anything as exciting & as amazing as this handsome young court gentleman by Jumeau wax over papier-mâché w/ such superior quality - he’s just breathtaking -this rare mold can be found in the French Encyclopedia slightly turned shoulder head w/ exquisite hand painted molded features - wondrous chestnut brown glass eyes - original mohair wig - wax over arms - compo booted legs - 25” tall - $2,495.

19. Sweet small size all original Kathe Kruse boy - wondrous hand painted facial features w/ wisps of hair around face - soft blue eyes - closed pouty mouth - this is the 1948 synthetic head - marked US zone on foot - 14” tall - $1,295.

20. Great big super size compo girl - In super condition & all original - mint compo - beautiful baby blue sleep eyes - human hair eyelashes intact - marked - 1937 - 28” tall - $795.

21. Exceptionally beautiful & always ever so desirable is this “Jenny Lind” china - wonderful facial expression - wondrous soft waves of hair going back into a bun - lovely soft face w/such a sweet expression - nice old body w/ china arms - 20” tall - $1,595.

22. Lovely German two room setting - excellent condition - original wall paper & flooring - wonderful vintage furniture & accessories - 20”w x 9”t x 8”d - $1,495.

23. 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.

24. Extremely rare Kammer & Reinhardt - all compo - copied from the #126 mold - fantastic quality w/chestnut brown sleep eyes - open laughing mouth w/ treble tongue - chunky five piece toddler body - all original - 18” tall - $1,495.

25. Extremely rare & always desirable is this wonderful Chase character girl w/ unusual dark side parted hair w/ side curl bob - excellent original paint - exceptional quality - amazing hand painted features w/ the longest eyelashes I have ever seen - note the similarity to the boy w/ the side parted hair - 17” tall - $2,995.

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26. Extremely rare character child by Cuno & Otto Dressel made to look exactly like the world famous Kammer & Reinhardt #117N - exceptional high quality bisque w/ wondrous hand painted facial features - soft arched feather brows over gorgeous heather blue flirty sleep eyes w/ human hair upper lashes slightly open mouth w/soft amber shading - factory original clothes - 20” tall - $1,995.

27. Exceptionally beautiful open mouth French bebé by Etienne Denamur (ED) - wondrous hand poured French bisque - gorgeous hand painted facial features - soft arched feathered brows over wistful lashes surrounding early dark outlined enormous Prussian blue paperweight eyes - slightly open smiling mouth w/ bisque teeth - original French body - 25” tall - $2,495.

28. Breathtakingly gorgeous closed mouth Tete Jumeau - pristine hand poured French bisque w/artist quality hand painted facial features - soft arched feathered brows over long lushes lashes surrounding wondrous hazel brown paperweight eyes - closed slightly pouty mouth w/soft amber shading - original fully jointed Jumeau body - 17” tall $4,995.

29. Wonderful early scowling American Indian by Armand Marseille (AM) - excellent bisque w/ greatly detailed molding - excellent hand painted features - dark glass eyes - slightly open mouth w/ dark amber shading - original compo body - 12” tall - $675.

30. Another rare & wonderful little character - this little gentleman of the French court is actually another Sonneberg child made for the French market - even his head has a French cut to the bisque excellent high quality bisque w/ lovely hand painted facial features - soft arched feathered brows over exceptionally beautiful heather blue paperweight eyes - slightly open mouth w/ soft amber shading - 11” tall - $1,495.

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31. How cute can one doll be - just look at that face - truly an utterly adorable large size Googlie - made by a German firm we can’t seem to find - no matter how hard we look - she is marked HPW - so we are calling her a mystery - well this mystery is way too sweet - excellent bisque w/ extreme chestnut brown googlie eyes enormous watermelon smile - to add to her wonderment & delight she on a fully jointed toddler body and she’s in her factory original clothes - what more could you ask for - she’s 11” tall - $1,995.

32. Look how wonderful - superior quality crèche figures - both male & female have exceptionally beautiful faces w/ amazing hand carved features - both have original clothes that are extremely detailed & ever so wondrous - she has her original stand 14” tall - $1,995 each.

33. Two rare & wonderful “Door of Hope Mission” dolls - superior quality - all original - exceptional clean faces: A) Male mourner - 12” - $1,995. B) Table boy - 11” 1,495.

34. Always rare & always wonderful - Wax Over with the most amazing character face - extremely pensive w/ that very pointy nose - she is just so lovely - beautiful condition w/ heather blue glass eyes & her original mohair center parted wig that is pulled back into its original snood - lovely lady arms & legs - exceptional antique clothing - 14” tall - $1,495.

35. Another wonderful Chase - this is a great round faced boy w/ a rather large predominate nose - they made so many different faces on these wonderful treasures - beautiful icelandic eyes - w/ heavy eyelashes - 20” tall - $995.

36. Absolutely wonderful very early “Baby land Rag” excellent hand painted facial features w/ lovely brown upturned eyes & that hint of eye shadow - sweet rose shaded puckered lips - never to be found all original condition - 14” tall - $995.

37. Wonderful & oh so rare Kathe Kruse - doll #1 - this handsome young lad is in great all original condition - some wear to hair but that wonderful face is fully intact beautiful eyes - early wide hips - early face - 17” tall - $3,995.

38. Rare & wonderful isn’t even close to describing this wonderful pair - “George & Martha Washington” by Effanbee - superior all original condition w/ -excellent compo & factory original clothes - dolls are both marked “Suzette” - beautiful original wigs & clothes - 12” tall - $995. for the pair 39. Extremely rare & always desirable is this amazing Jackson-Parsons baby - hand molded biskoline head (they often advertised their dolls as being carved from real life models & these dolls were guaranteed to float in water) great detail w/ wondrous chestnut brown eyes - rare open/closed mouth - original five piece compo baby body - 14” tall - $795.

40. Well - are you sitting down - what a beauty - rarely found & always extremely desirable French China fashion - breathtakingly beautiful with utterly amazing hand painted facial features - soft arched feathered brows over long lushes lashes surrounding hand cut almond sockets w/ cobalt blue paperweight eyes - soft petal pink shaded lips - original kid body with wondrous pink china arms w/ cupped hands - 18” tall - $3,995.

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eyes - clothes for these dolls were usually made by nuns - this one has very unusual because of the color combination of beige & green - five-piece compo body - 10” tall. B) This doll was obviously hand made by a nun - cloth body w/white bisque Asian face - original tag says “My name is Sister Ste. Cecile - a Franciscan Nun” clothing is in unusual colors of green, black & white - 8” tall - $495 each.

Another wonderful Chase baby - this is the hospital version - the heavy weight one - blonde haired-blue eyed boy w/ open nostrils & ears - great condition - this one appears to have an open/closed mouth - 22” tall - $895.

What a handsome young lad - this amazing toddler was made by Schoenau & Hoffmeister - exquisite bisque w/ wondrous hand painted facial features - soft arched feathered brows over enormous heather blue sleep eyes w/ human hair upper lashes - open laughing mouth w/ soft amber shading & two upper teeth - to make him all the more delightful - he’s on a five piece toddler body - 22” tall - $1,695.

Another wonderful super size big girl - this one is a Simon & Halbig - mold #1078 - exceptional bisque w/ wondrous hand painted facial features - soft arched molded brows over enormous heather blue sleep eyes - slightly open mouth w/ soft amber shading - original fully jointed body - 36” tall - $2,495.

Lovely open mouth French bebé by S.F.B.J. - mold #301 - exceptional hand poured French bisque with wondrous hand painted facial features - soft arched feathered brows over enormous heather blue sleep eyes - slightly open mouth with soft amber shading - original French body - 20” tall $1,495.

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1. Without question one of the most desirable of all the Jumeau dolls is this amazing and ever so beautiful extremely early (1870’s) almond eyed or first series portrait bebé w/ rare open/closed mouth 18” tall eight ball straight wrist Jumeau body - $27,500.

2. Extremely rare large size googlie by Armand Marseille - mold #253 fully jointed toddler body - 14” tall - $4,995.

3. This ladies and gentlemen is an amazing Bebé Mothereau from the 1880’s period - Alexander Mothereau made three very different molds - this is the one that is marked “JM” - 26” tall on her original fully jointed early straight wrist French body - $32,500.

4. Wondrous & ever so rare is this lovely English wooden from the “Queen Anne” period - (circa 1860-1870’s) - grand & glorious hand carved wooden face w/ dark glass eyes - fully jointed flat bottom wood jointed body w/ cloth upper arms - 19” tall - $16,500.

5. Extremely rare & ever so wonderful portrait Jumeau from the second series - original clothing - 18” tall $14,500.

6. Rare & wonderful closed mouth French Bebé by Rabery & Delphi (RD) - 19”tall - $4,495.

7. Well this is just about as rare as they come - amazing Sonneberg black bisque boy that look exactly like the world famous Simon & Halbig #1358 - fully jointed French black body - 15” tall - $4,995.

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he firm of Kämmer and Reinhardt founded in 1885 in Waltershausen, Germany is widely known to collectors for the many fine bisque headed dolls they produced between 1886 and 1933. But in the early 20th century they also made some very interesting cloth caricature dolls.

Over the course of the past 20 years or so my husband and I have kept an eye open for examples of these dolls and information pertaining to them.

To date we have seen Kämmer & Reinhardt catalogs dating from 1925 through 1927 which show these dolls.

In these catalogs the company refers to them as “Highly original character dolls.” However the text also refers to these dolls as “our well-known cloth dolls” which makes one wonder if they were in fact available in previous years. The vast variety of models of these dolls that we have seen over the years would seem to support that theory but until further evidence can be found this remains conjecture only.

The catalog copy goes on to tell us that the dolls measure 33cm. (about 13 inches) in height and are “light as a feather,” weighing 80 grams. The dolls heads were made of needle sculpted stockinette; sizing of some sort was then used to coat the face to stiffen the needle sculpted contours. Their noses are often supported by wire armatures and their highly painted and expressive features make these dolls more caricatures than characters. Their features include applied felt ears, and

Many of the men in this line of dolls sported monocles and smoked pipes or cigars.

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Three businessmen show a variety of facial needle sculpting. All have wire armature bodies, wooden feet, and two have stockinette hands and one has felt hands.

Kämmer & Reinhardt produced a wide range of dolls depicting tradesmen and various professions.

Here we have a symphony conductor, a milkman, a waiter, and a cobbler.

These gentlemen look like a group of swells, ready for a night on the town.

The two painters seen here illustrate that even though certain models were “stock items” each achieved a personality of its own because of their hand-made nature.

This group look more like a bunch of rogues or racetrack touts.

yarn or plush mohair fabric hair. They were costumed in felt, cotton, and woolens to represent individuals from everyday life such as bums, dudes, conductors, bakers, porters, brewers, tailors, milkmen, sportsmen, peasants, and so on. The photo in the catalog shows twelve different models although as previously mentioned, numerous characters not pictured in the catalog have been found. We do know from this same catalog that Kämmer and Reinhardt did take special orders for variation of character or costume for their other types of male dolls, perhaps that same policy applied to these cloth caricature dolls. Although examples of these dolls depicting women have been found occasionally, all of the dolls pictured in the 26/27 catalog depict men and the majority of the dolls found are male. One group of dolls depicting a schoolroom includes four schoolboy dolls, to date these are the only child dolls of this type that we have seen.

The dolls have torsos made of inexpensive cotton stuffed with excelsior. The arms and legs of the dolls are unadorned pieces of wire which run through the torso and end in the doll’s hands and feet. Once costumed this simple body construction is completely hidden and allows the dolls to be easily bent into various poses. The hands are made of cotton, felt, or stockinette and have stitched fingers (except one example wearing gloves).

The majority of the dolls have distinctively shaped

The Monk and the Priest. The painting used in conjunction with the needle sculpting can be clearly seen on the face of the priest.

Both of these waiters show the vast difference in character faces that were achieved in these dolls.

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The schoolmaster looks somewhat vexed.

The peasants seen here include the less often found female version of these cloth caricature dolls.

wooden feet which are painted to depict varying types of shoes. A smaller number of the examples seen have had molded composition feet depicting shoes or bare feet. An example of a barefoot doll may be seen in Madeline O’Merrill’s book The Art of Dolls, published in 1985.

These caricature dolls bear no maker’s marks although they do sometimes retain a circular paper sticker on the bottom of their foot or inside of their garments which reads “Made in Germany.” Fortunately their distinctive construction and general cleverness of design makes these elusive dolls quite identifiable to anyone lucky enough to come across one today.

The search for further information on these most interesting dolls continues and one can hope that someday further advertising material about them will come to light. Until then their lively personalities and rarity make the hunt all the more rewarding.

Bibliography Jurgen and Marianne Cieslik German Doll Encyclopedia.

Cumberland: Hobby House Press, 1985 Dorothy S., Elizabeth A., Evelyn J. Coleman The Collector’s Encyclopedia of Dolls Vol. II & I. New York: Crown Publishers, Inc., 1968 & 1986 Madeline Osborne Merrill The Art of Dolls.

Cumberland: Hobby House Press, 1985 Florence Theriault Catalog Reprint Series. Annapolis: Gold Horse Publishing, 1998 Dolls from the collection of Alfred Edward 42

Most of his pupils look equally perplexed.

The red-headed boy on the right looks ready for mischief even though he has his arm in a cast from his last prank. To date these are the only child versions of the K *R dolls we have seen.

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5. German Flocked composition Elephant with bead work and fully articulated wooden bodied China doll. Circa 1860. China doll is 3 inches tall and the elephant is 5 1/2 inches high and 7 inches long.

China doll has molded features, flat soled orange colored shoes, china limbs on wood body. The elephant has some old glued repairs and some missing beads. This would be an amazing Christmas present for your China collection!!! $3200 6. Heinrich Handwerck Mold 69 child doll. She is 24 1/2 inches tall. Gorgeous, blue sleep eyes with molded and feathered brows, Handwerck stamped composition body, antique clothing, nice replaced mohair wig, open mouth with upper teeth, pierced ears. She is so pretty under the Christmas tree!! $595 7. Continental footed vitrine with painted silk and velvet interior. 4 1/2 inches high. Gilt metal piece from early 20th century. Hinged glass door and glass sides. Scrumptious miniature piece perfect for display or a doll house. Good condition. The perfect Stocking stuffer!! $695 8. Sonja Henie by Madame Alexander, 14 Inches. Circa 1939. Original costume and skates, mohair wig, working sleep eyes (cloudy), open mouth with teeth, Composition five piece body with nice glossy factory finish, crazing but still pretty! Please add me to your list!! $395 9. Maggie Iacono artist felt doll, "Alexandra." Limited Edition 26/150, Circa 1991, Lovely hand painted face, Original wool felt costume, red mohair wig, Box and Certificate, 16 inches tall. Wonderfully handcrafted in the USA! $525

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his 1920’s department store giveaway lacks easy definition. Call it a play sheet or a cardboard cut-out.

With scissors and glue, and a lot of patient cutting, it is a diorama, a toyland tableau, a tabletop Christmas scene. A 13 by 27-inch, tri-fold sheet of lithographed cardboard, it is at the same time, both a clever bit of advertising for Chicago’s onetime Boston Store and an elaborate children’s toy.

How this bit of Christmas-past survived, unscathed, for more than 80 years is a bit of a Christmas miracle in itself.

Clearly, back then, someone thought it was worth saving in its like-new condition, uncut, unglued, unassembled. (And it remains original and uncut. The photos show a replica of the vintage toy shop constructed from color photocopies.)

Brightly illustrated, it shows a three-sided view of a real, circa 1925 Christmas display which comprised the department store’s entire 11th floor. It is complete with counters and cash register, sales clerks and showcases full of real dolls and toys.

Its accessory pieces include cut-out wagons and sleds, teddy bears and spinning tops, balls, and toy trucks. There’s a wideeyed pair, a little girl and boy togged out in their 1920’s best, and, of course, a Christmas tree and Santa himself.

We can, in fact, approximately date this promotional toy, given away by The Boston Store in downtown Chicago, thanks to an identifiable real Effanbee doll, Harmonica Joe, which was copyrighted in 1924. Other recognizable Effanbee mama dolls of the mid-20’s era sit on the illustrated toy shelves.

While a rare and unusual bit of advertising ephemera, the Boston Store’s Doll and Toy Shop finds its origins in the 19th Century printed cardboard miniature theaters. While toy theaters themselves date to ancient Greek and Roman days, they did not become commercially viable until London’s John Kirby Green began mass printing them on inexpensive flat cardboard stock in 1808. Published as loose sheets or booklets to be cut out and constructed, they became popular with both children and adults during the Victorian era.

Though largely out of fashion by the 1890s, these cut-out stages, props and dramatic characters did enjoy brief minor revivals in later years, including 1925, which coincides with this Boston Store advertising piece.

Assembled Boston Store Doll and Toy Shop.

by Don Jensen

Some of the cut-out, stand-up accessories, including Santa and the two children.

Close-up of the doll and toy department counters and sales clerks.

Original 13 by 27-inch uncut lithographed cardboard sheet

Reverse of uncut sheet, with show window panels, assembly instructions, drawing of the Boston Store building and a view of a completed diorama scene.

Today few sources of reproduction cardboard cut-out scenes exist. Most toy theater printers went out of business long ago, and their printing plates, based on elaborately designed and colored artwork, were lost or destroyed.

The author purchased several modern reprints in booklet form – an operatic theater production, complete with actors, scenery and stage, and a diorama view of the entrance to Copenhagen’s Tivoli amusement park – at Pollock’s Toy Shop in London’s Covent Garden.

But what of this advertiser, the Boston Store in Chicago?

It too has an interesting backstory.

Midwesterners should not mistake it for the modest 14-store chain of department stores still existing today in the state of Wisconsin. That group, today part of the Bon-Ton chain of sizable mall stores from Massachusetts to Montana, had its origins in a single Boston Store which opened in Milwaukee in 1897.

Nor should it be confused with other Boston Stores which existed in places like Davenport, Iowa; Binghamton, New York; Erie and Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, all unrelated but all capitalizing on the 19th Century notion that Boston was the center of fashion and commerce.

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One of the exterior Christmas display windows on the outside of the diorama scene.

Color postcard view of the Boston Store.

No, the Chicago version was a totally different operation, the largest and most successful of the various enterprises bearing the name. Largely due to a remarkable businesswoman, the “unsinkable” Mollie Netcher, this Boston Store grew to become the Windy City’s second most profitable department store after the famed Marshall Field’s.

The Boston Store was founded by an upstart young businessman, Charles Netcher, shortly after the great Chicago Fire in 1871. After 20 years of hard work, he married the store’s underwear buyer, a shrewd and ambitious Mollie Alpiner.

And when he died in 1904, she took over and transformed an old fashioned dry-goods emporium into a first rate, full line department store. Built in phases between 1905 and 1917, the new Boston Store was 17 stories tall with 20 acres of floor space at the southwest corner of State and Madison Streets in Chicago’s downtown “Loop.”

Mollie lived for her store, and for a time, in it, to save minutes getting to and from work. She remarried in 1913, but Saul Newburger – later they would spell it Newbury because “it was easier to write” – had little interest in business. He accompanied Mollie to her office each day, but preferred to putter with his stamp collection while she ran the store.

At its peak in the 1920s, when its wonderful toy department Christmas advertising piece was created, the Boston Store’s facilities also included a post office, telegraph office, savings bank, barber shop, first-aid station, several restaurants and soda fountains, plus a cigar factory on its 17th floor that produced three million stogies annually. From its rooftop observation deck, 325 feet above the street, one could look for miles out across Lake Michigan.

Mollie Netcher Newbury, the Merchant Princess of State Street, employed some 4,000 men and women in her store. With private reading and lunchrooms and an employee-only tennis court on the roof, it was considered a great place to work.

Unfortunately, by the late 1930s, business had begun to decline. She failed to keep up with changing times. After WWII, she stubbornly refused to expand, as her competition did, into the booming suburbs.

Sales slumped as the old fashioned department store increasingly took on a fusty-musty image. Several years later, she sold out, and on Dec. 12, 1954, at the age of 87, she died.

Although Chicago’s Boston Store shut its doors for good in 1948, its doll and toy department lives on, even though only in tiny colorful cardboard cutouts.

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Eyes, human hair curls, old deep rose chambray dress with antique lace trim, ball jointed composition body, she has a small factory “mole” beside her left eye, does not detract $350 12. 22” Simon-Halbig, Heinrich Handwerck, no mold number, lovely girl with human hair curls, antique lace dress, antique ribbon bow in her hair, brown sl. Eyes, ball jointed composition body $495 13. 5” pudgy tummy, molded sock, jointed leg Nancy Ann Story Book hard to find Lucy Locket. Blue bow in hair is replaced $225 14. 10” very early compo. and cloth painted eyed googlie boy, compo head and hands, stuffed cloth body, orig. mohair wig, old cotton rompers, red and black high button shoes, very nice condition $150 15. Adorable petite cabinet size 14” Franz Schmidt mold 1293 toddler on ball jointed toddler body, brown sl eyes, brown mohair wig, sweet antique white dimity antique dress, antique undies and shoes, body has orig. finish but is crazed $550 16. Full view of Franz Schmidt toddler in picture 15.

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n 1223, St. Francis of Assisi created what is now considered the first manger scene or presepio (Italian for “manger”) in the central Italian town of Greccio. There he found a grotto where he posed real people and real animals, a tableau vivant. The Italians believe that this scene was the origin of the presepio.

As time went on, skilled artisans began to make figures of the nativity, as well as figures of noblemen, kings, shepherds, and, most important, peasants. They made small-scale theatrical sets where these figures were placed (Figure 1). These scenes became popular in the 17th century and flourished during the 18th and early 19th centuries. At first they were made to be displayed in churches; however, they rapidly became more and more secular, emphasizing the daily life of the Italian peasant.

Finally, the church banned all manger representations from the churches and made them go outside. Then the nobles began to vie with one another to see who could have the most spectacular presepio, and it is from these displays that most of our Italian crèche figures originate.

Crèche figures are some of the most delightful works of art that can be owned by doll collectors. There are many varieties: figures whose heads and limbs are made of terracotta (Figure 2), all wooden figures (Figures 3 & 4), and figures with wax heads and limbs (Figures 5 & 6). Italy

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made the best-known figures, usually with terra cotta heads and limbs, but Germany also produced crèche figures, usually with wax or wooden heads and bodies. The Italians and Germans also created elaborate miniature stage sets, for example, a mythical Jerusalem that looked like a major European city (Figure 7) or a rural Italian setting where the baby would be born (Figure 8). Around 1700, Italian artisans created a stagelike setting for the Massacre of the Innocents, notable for the intricacy of its artistry. It is markedly different from other presepios in that it depicts a scene of sadness and slaughter rather than the glorious moments surrounding Jesus’s birth.

The hallmark of Italian figures is their extraordinary animation. Heads are swiveled sharply to the left or right, hands are held out showing delicate, graceful fingers, or the body may be rotated the better to view the infant.

Many figures – like this wise man – have a look of astonishment as they first see the baby in his manger (Figure 9). The Italians saw the nativity as a great cosmic drama, and their terra cotta figures were meant to represent the divine purpose behind the nativity.

However, these scenes and figures had another purpose: a glorification of everyday life in Naples and Sicily. Many of the scenes show peasants buying food, eating at tables, carrying loads, dealing with animals, etc. (Figure 10).

There is considerable realism in the depiction of stores, food, clothing, and so on. This realism disappears, however, when nobles or rich people are depicted. For example, the picture of the wise man is, in fact, a depiction of an upper class Turk with turban, scimitar, small sword, and heavily embroidered clothing. The long mantle he wears seems to be a European addition. The kings are usually shown surrounded by a retinue of Moors.

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has a shaved head with a small tuft of hair left, a mustache, and a simple robe. He has an overshot jaw with teeth clearly visible. He seems to have been modeled on a real Moor of the 18th century (Figure 11).

The Italians lavished as much care on their modeling of a common man as they did on the upper classes: here we see a common man with several days growth of beard and a large wart, dressed in the livery of his master. He is holding a long-stemmed clay pipe. Clearly, he is not looking at the baby, most likely he is trying to scout out a bar.

He could be compared to Leporello in Don Giovanni or Sancho Panza in Don Quixote – he is in reluctant service to some rich personage (Figure 12). The delight of crèche figures is noticing the great variety that

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The “beautiful” Neapolitan figures are the women, the madonna, and the angels. In figure 13 there is a sexually ambiguous religious figure, possibly an angel and a Madonna with an intricately embroidered silk dress is shown in Figure 14. (The back of the dress is plain muslin indicating that she was meant to stand with her back to the wall.) These images do not have the amazing modeling that one sees in the figure Fig. 11 51

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Due to good fortune, I have in my collection a figure that appears to represent King Henry IV of France (Figure 16). His face and beard match the features of Henry, and the costuming is a marvelous representation of a 16th century gentleman’s vestment. Also, he holds a black book, a Bible, in his left hand, which announces his Protestant leanings.

Henry is a fascinating historical character.

Born in 1553, he was baptized a Catholic, but was brought up to be a Protestant (in France, a Huguenot, also called a Calvinist) by his devoutly Protestant mother, Jeanne d’Albret, later queen of Navarre. When he became an adult, he fought on the Protestant side in the Wars of Religion in France. On August 19, 1572, he was married in Paris, and five days Fig. 15 later the Catholics mounted the St. Bartholomew’s Day massacre wherein thousands of people were killed. After the death of his cousin Henry III, he ascended to the throne of France in 1589 and announced his conversion to Catholicism with the famous witticism, “Paris is worth a Mass.” He was only nominally a Catholic, and he worked diligently to give Protestants in France the same civil and religious rights as Catholics,

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enacting the famous “Edict of Nantes” in 1598 giving Protestants great liberties. As a result, he became a hero to the Protestants of Europe and paid for this with his life in 1610 when a fanatical Catholic murdered him.

We know that in the 16th century Naples was a hotbed of Protestantism which was finally completely suppressed by the church. This crèche figure was made in the 18th or early 19th century. By then there were no Protestants left in Naples – or were there? Could this figure have been

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made by a closet Protestant? How many other Protestants made crèche figures? We will never know. It is at this point that we can note with some excitement that these religious artifacts have taken on an historical importance.

Neapolitans were not the only artists who made crèche figures. The Germans made crèche figures as well – and they are completely different in concept from the Italian figures. For one thing, they often made their figures of wood, while the Italians used terra cotta for the heads and limbs. They also made figures with heads and limbs of wax (Figure 17). No one could mistake a German crèche figure for an Italian one. Whereas the Italian figures crackle with animation, the German figures are relentlessly frontal and even stiff. These figures were often dressed in religious garb and were created to glorify the Church and to show dignified, devout adults worshiping the infant Jesus (Figure 18).

I have an interesting porcelain head wise man in my collection. He is a petite nine inches tall and holds a tiny infant Jesus in his arms. His crown and his clothing are embroidered with many faux jewels, and he has “chain mail” made of tiny beads. A small yellow slip of paper was tucked into his clothes that has only one word on it: “Balthazar.” (Figure 19) Finally, there is the crèche scene that my Italian friend, Vincenzo Santone, puts up every year in his house. He uses figures from Disney and from every possible source. He

moves the Virgin on her donkey along his mantel each day until the holy family disappears into a grotto he has prepared for them on December 24. The baby and his parents are surrounded by a crazy mélange of gladiators, Pinocchios, barnyard animals, and San Francisco trolleys which carry the wise men on their roofs. Who says that only children play with dolls?

Once the presepios moved out of the churches and into the homes of rich and poor, artisans lavished their care on those figures and their settings, bringing the holy family, angels, wise men, beasts and common folk into the home or palace. Even today it is delightful to look at the beauty of a Neapolitan angel, dressed in metal embroidered clothes made of silver thread, with a beautiful head with a slightly open mouth and little teeth. The angel pictured here swings a censor (Figure 20). Surely this angel must have dominated any scene of which he was a part. We can be thankful to all those who once owned these treasures and kept them with great care so that generations to come could enjoy them.

The pictures of the crèche figures in a small stage set are reproduced with permission of the National Museum of Bavaria.

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BISQUE - Japanese doll, 8” and under, must have some jointing, 1940 or before.

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here is a fine and shifting line between the modern and antique categories, as some of the early “modern” classifications qualify as antiques. This year’s national convention showed antique and modern competitive exhibits in the same room, encouraging doll lovers to enjoy and study both. As always those in charge of the exhibits vary the classifications from year to year so there is truly something for everyone. Thank you to UFDC members for sharing your dolls.

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

BISQUE - Nodder/knotter, human or animal, 8” or under, 1970 or before, excludes comic strip characters.

Deanna Pinizotto

BISQUE German doll, 8” or under, must have some jointing, 1940 or before.

Eveyln Rutledge

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.,

CELLULOID - Japanese, molded clothes.

Nancy Harmon

10900 North Pomona Ave., Kansas City, MO 64153 Phone 816-891-7040 Fax 816-891-8360 Visit WWW.UFDC.ORG

UNITED FEDERATION OF DOLL CLUBS

BISQUE – Nancy Ann Storybook pair.

Carolyn Comfort

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CELLULOID French, no molded clothes.

Raynal, Rita McCloskey

CELLULOID Mechanical, motion and/or sound.

Above, Margo Delaughter Left, Nancy Harmon

CLOTH American, mask face, 1920-1970.

Left to Right: Rosalind Russell, Marilyn Parsons, Boudre McAllister

CLOTH - Italian child, 12-16�, 1920-1970.

Kathleen Gordon Smith

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CLOTH - French, any maker, 1920-1970.

Loretta Nardone

COMPOSITION Cameo Doll Co. Katheen Crescuillo

CLOTH -British, 1920-1970.

Left, Vicki Miller, Right, Karen Keast COMPOSITION Ideal Shirley Temple, 18” or under. Jo Ward

CLOTH - Klumpe or Roldan character, 13” or under.

Left, Sheri Van Opijnen, Right, Kathleen Crescuillo

COMPOSITION Made Alexander, Scarlet O’Hara.

Rosalind Russell

COMPOSITION Look-a-like sold to compete with Patsy, 12 to 16”.

Left, Anne Sleeper

COMPOSITION Previous Blue Ribbon Winner, Patsy Family doll, excluding Skippy.

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COMPOSITION Effanbee Skippy, molded boots.

Suzanne Swanton

COMPOSITION - Pair of composition dolls by same company, 12” or under.

Above, Suzanne Swanton Right, Maureen Herrod

COMPOSITION Raleigh, character face.

Marilyn Parsons

HARD PLASTIC Previous Blue Ribbon Winner, Madame Alexander, 14” or under.

Jill Hanson

HARD PLASTIC - Cosmopolitan Ginger.

Left, Sallie Howard. Right, Marciann Madey

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COMPOSITION - Arranbee girl or lady, 21”or under. Left, Kay Cassedy, Right, Suzanne Swanton

HARD PLASTIC American Character walker, 19” or under.

Sheri Van Opijnen

HARD PLASTIC - Marked Ideal child, straight leg, 19” or under. Left, Evelyn Rutledge Right, Suzanne Swanton

HARD PLASTIC Terri Lee and Jerri Lee pair, matching outfits.

Sheila Kennedy

HARD PLASTIC - Vogue Ginny, non-walker, before 1970. Left, Rita McCloskey Right, Barbara Peterson

HARD PLASTIC American, 19” or under.

Marciann Madey

HARD PLASTIC – Italian.

Left to right, Cynthia Orgeron and Elise Adams

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Happy Holidays!

Emmeline & Constance

by Karen Golden

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mmeline and Constance were cousins. Emmeline lived in Boston and Constance lived in London. Their mothers were twin sisters. The girls were born six months apart and Constance, along with her parents, moved to London when she was just 3 years of age. Emmeline and her mother made a trip to London in June of 1862. The trip was to celebrate the shared birthday of the girls’ mothers who had not seen each other in 7 years. It also coincided with the London Exhibition of 1862. This was held in South Kensington, and they were to be among the six million visitors who attended the grand exhibit. It featured displays of the latest in technology, industry and the arts.

Constance lived a somewhat more lavish lifestyle that Emmeline – her father was a wealthy merchant. But Constance was not affected by all the trappings of wealth… she was a sweet and kind child. Essentially, the girls did not know each other but when they met in London it was as though they had been together for their entire ten years of life. Everyone marveled at how strongly the girls resembled each other – the only difference really was that Constance had the dark hair and eyes of her father, and Emmeline had fair hair and blue eyes. They spent every waking hour together sharing stories and lessons. Constance’s father was delighted at how the girls got along…Emmeline was like another daughter for him to spoil.

The girls were fitted with matching dresses, hand made by the family

seamstress, Miss Lucille. They were of silk taffeta, trimmed with ruching and laces. Emmeline’s dress was aquamarine blue and it picked up the blue in her eyes and showed nicely with her flaxen hair. Constance’s dress was a pale peach taffeta, a perfect complement to her chestnut hair and warm brown eyes. The beautiful dress was one of the highlights of Emmeline’s trip, that and the beautiful wax dolls they had seen at the Exhibition. The girls marveled at their lifelike complexions and the glass eyes that seemed to look right at you. They chatted endlessly about the dolls.

Constance’s father couldn’t pass up an opportunity to lavish more gifts upon the girls. He made a trip to Bond Street to one of the fashionable shops that handled the best of dolls. He easily picked a pretty doll with blond hair and blue eyes. “I’ll have this one, but I need one with darker coloring – can you assist?” The shopkeeper said the same doll could be ordered with brown hair and brown eyes – he could have it within a week (and for an extra charge)!

Constance’s father agreed and said he’d have fabric sent over for the dresses.

A week and a half later, Emmeline and Constance were each surprised with a beautiful poured wax doll. Emmeline’s doll had long blond hair in a braid down her back and azure blue eyes. Constance’s doll had long chestnut brown hair also in a braid down her back, and with deep brown eyes.

The doll’s dresses were of the same fabric as the dresses Miss Lucille made for the

18 inch poured wax dolls Constance and Emmeline.

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girls. It was really too much! Constance and Emmeline were delighted and the dolls quickly took on the persona of the girls themselves. Emmeline would say to Constance, “my dolly hopes to stay with your dolly again sometime soon”. Constance replied, “my dolly wants to visit your dolly in Boston – and see the famous harbor!” And so it went for the two remaining weeks of the visit. Finally, the time came for Emmeline and her mother to go back to the States. The girls were somber and hated to part. “I hope our dollies get to see each other again very soon,” said Constance. The girls exchanged teary eyed hugs and Emmeline and her mother departed for the journey home.

Three weeks later, a parcel came addressed to Emmeline.

She opened it with her mother and inside was a deep blue silk chapeau – the perfect size for her doll. Along with it was a note from Constance…”Miss Lucille made lovely hats for both of our dolls. This one should be just perfect for your dolly as the hat Miss Lucille made for my dolly so suits her”. And it was perfect. Emmeline pleaded with her mother to make something for the dolls so that she could send an item back to Constance. Emmeline’s mother crocheted a wool cape for each of the girl’s dolls. One cape was sky blue and the other a pretty salmon pink color.

Both were trimmed it taupe wool, and the ties ended with a long full tassel. Emmeline could hardly wait to send the cape off to Constance.

Several months passed. The girls treasured their dolls, and they were very careful with them. The dolls held the memories of their special time together. One day, a parcel arrived addressed to Emmeline’s mother from Constance’s mother. Emmeline was excited to see what was inside and she waited as her mother opened the package. Carefully wrapped inside was Constance’s doll! Emmeline shrieked with excitement to see the doll. “Why did Constance send her dolly?” she asked as she picked up the doll and held if carefully to her chest. The dolls had somehow come to represent the special time the cousins had together. In a way, seeing the doll was almost like seeing Constance.

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Emmeline’s mother was reading the note and tears were coming down her face. “What’s wrong,” Emmeline cried.

Her mother said, “Emmeline dear, something terrible has happened. It seems Constance came down with a serious fever. All of the best doctors were not able to make her better. I’m so sorry Emmeline, but Constance was taken from us”. Emmeline was crying now too and gently put down Constance’s doll. Her mother held her tightly and said “Emmeline, the note said that Constance wanted your dollies to be together always”.

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he year is 2006. I find two poured wax dolls being offered in an auction. The auction house didn’t just sell dolls; they handled all sorts of items. I couldn’t see the dolls in person, but I had a good feeling about them.

They were being offered separately, but I could see that they were clearly a pair. This was enough to strike fear into my heart. What cost would be necessary to keep them together? Worse yet – what if I was able to get one of the dolls, and the other simply went over my budget? I was a phone bidder and I was fortunate enough to acquire both of the dolls. A big sigh of relief replaced the nervousness of the telephone bidding process. Having dealt with some other doll auction houses that shipped items out to bidders, I didn’t realize that I had to arrange to have the dolls shipped to me by a third party shipper. I called and was told the dolls will likely be wrapped in brown paper and picked up by the shipper. I was given the name of several shippers that the auction house used. I contacted one of the shippers and was assured the dolls would be handled carefully. I stressed to my contact at the shipping facility that the dolls were wax – even a fingernail could damage them. I was told not to worry – but worry I did!

The dolls arrived on a Saturday. I nervously opened the box. Each doll was wrapped individually.

I opened the first doll – it was the blond haired doll. I couldn’t believe how nice it was in person. The wax had a wonderful slightly pink shade – not too pink, but not faded. The facial

features were still sharp – very little wear at all. Her eyes were a lovely shade of azure blue. The pale blond hair was made of mohair pulled into a braid down the back and tied with a blue bow. With this quick look, I proceed to open the next doll. This was the brunette doll with human hair and brown eyes. I have other poured wax dolls which are all blond with blue eyes. The brunette was so unusual and not the coloring I was accustomed to seeing. With the dark hair, it was much easier to see how all of the strands were individually set into the wax head. This doll’s hair too was in a long braid down the center of her back ending in a peach bow. Relieved that the dolls arrived safely, I sat down to study them more closely.

The girls are 18” English poured wax dolls of excellent quality. They are identical in every way except for their coloring, and a slight difference to the patterns in their stockings. They have been wonderfully preserved and still have nice coloring to the wax and very little fading or wear to the dresses. I am unable to determine if they have any markings, but it hardly matters. The dolls have poured wax shoulderheads, arms and legs on a cloth body. From what I can see the bodies are very clean and sturdy. The hair is individually set into the head using the hot needle method. This was used in the finest of dolls and gave the most realistic hair treatment possible. Each has a strong center part in the hair on top of the head. There are still traces of eyebrows and eyelashes that were also set into the wax. The faces are a bit serious, with plump cheeks and a pouty mouth.

They are dressed as girls in nicely tailored silk taffeta dresses. Everything appears to be hand sewn. The dress bodices are lined with cotton. There is piping detail around the sleeve openings and the waistline. A row of fabric with pinked edges is gathered to make a ruching accent above the hem and on the sleeve edge. There is a separate fabric piece with pinked edges that forms a peplum/bustle effect on the dress.

This piece is gathered

and has a set in waistband. There are bows made of the pinked fabric on the sides. The piece is fastened on the back with another strip of fabric also cut with pinking shears and tied into a bow. There is a very fancy ecru lace trim on the neck and inner sleeve of the dresses. The dresses are simple and elegant at the same time. The cotton pantaloons are fitted tight at the bottom and have a fine lace edging topped with an embroidered strip. The slips are of a polished cotton with a tiny diamond pattern overall.

There is one deep tuck pleat on the slips and they are trimmed with lace that matches the lace on the pantaloons.

Each doll has very fancy cotton knit stockings with slightly different patterns. The leather slippers – one pair maroon and one deep blue – are marked on the soles with a number 5 and what appears to be the letters JJ in an oval. The shoes are trimmed across the top with a cream silk ribbon and a row of black beads, and then tied with either pink or blue ribbon. Each doll has a double strand necklace of blown glass beads that have the iridescent look of pearls. The dresses, undergarments, shoes, stockings and necklaces are all original to the dolls. The hats and capes were added. I made the silk hats copying an antique hat and my Mother crocheted the capes using and antique pattern and vintage wool yarns.

I made several inquiries to the auction house asking if they could provide me with any provenance on the dolls, but I was told the consignor did not wish to provide any information. This was a big disappointment for me since I really wanted to know something about their history.

So, the story of Emmeline and Constance was merely my imagination…just my mind wandering on about what could possibly be the story of these wonderful dolls.

Unfortunately, I’ll never know. The dolls were obviously made to be together for some reason and I hate to think that they may have been separated.

Needless to say, they will remain together for as long as they are part of my collection!

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Beautiful Doll Collection For Sale

Beautiful and diverse estate antique doll collection belonging to my late neighbor is being offered for sale. Over eighty dolls need new homes. Included are French, German bisque as well as cloth, hard plastic and celluloid. Please e-mail or phone me for a master list of dolls available for your inspection. Detailed photographs of your choice of dolls will be sent to you. The collection has been appraised

by Donna Curtin and reasonably priced for a timely dispersal.

Molly.shs@gmail.com 386-985-0444

Patricia A. Vaillancourt PO Box 326, Adamstown, PA 19501 • TEL (717) 484-2443 • CELL (561) 512-7193

Directions to shop: PA Turnpike Rte 272 at exit 286 turn right go a mile to Stoudtburg Village and visit all the doll shops.

Come visit my shop in Adamstown, PA! I offer a full array of dolls and accessories.

Find me at www.dollsantique.com and www.rubylane.com or e-mail: vaillsdoll@aol.com

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1. 20 inch Jumeau Lady Doll Fashion, marked head and body, blue Jumeau mark on body, dressed in lovely old blue plaid dress, has wonderful beaded hat and purple fashion umbrella with fringe that matches her outfit, c. 1840. $3,900 2. Cart with four dolls that move and play music when pulled, lovely early blue and lace trim. This comes from England and resembles a gypsy cart.

The dolls have wonderful faces, $2200 3. 14” Alice wax doll, original dress, marvelous original red shoes, beautiful blue eyes. She is a Charles March wax in pristine condition, and was de-acquisitioned from a museum.

A wonderful look! $1500 4. China with pierced ears, beautiful early brush strokes on side of head, lovely old dress, she still has her original earrings. $995 5. Mint Tagged “Lona” art doll, 1927, in original box. Celluloid head with molded hair, intaglio eyes, open closed mouth, cloth body made by A. Schmidt (they have red and black circular tags). $695 6. Three cuties: a white Teddy Baby, $900, Kewpie Traveler with Doodle Dog, $950, Hee Bee Sheebee with rare original apron, $695.

7. 11-1/8” Bleuette SFBJ 301, marked on both feet “2” and marked on back “2”.

Perfect still has eyelashes, original wig.

A very pretty doll, $1500 8. 14” Jumeau Fashion, wonderful original period French clothing striped silk peplum bodice, skirt and festoon over skirt, cotton lace stockings, pantalettes, petticoat, and wig. This doll came out of a museum in Colonial Williamsburg, has attribution, c. 1870. $3100 9. 17” Parian with beautiful molded flowers in her hair– also out of Colonial Williamsburg museum. Gorgeous face, lower arms recovered for the museum, minor chip on flowers, lovely dress. An unusual doll, $995

SELL A DOLL IN THE EMPORIUM

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Annalise Nohrudi Fine Antique Dolls & Accessories

Exquisite 19” early EJ with portrait look.

Desirable pale bisque.

Extraordinary spiral blue threaded eyes.

Extended length antique wig and original Jumeau body. Visit her and other quality antique dolls and accessories on my website.

www.tennesseeantiquedolls.com

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Avgusta’s Bisque Dolls www.abidolls.com (925)687-0334

SARA BERNSTEIN DOLLS 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 Angela M. Hillstrom Folk Art & Necessities In The Early Primitive Manner My Picture Trail: www.picturetrail.com/olderaggsusa On ebay: olderaggsusa Email: olderaggsusa@aol.com Phone: 615-530-0291

Did you know the Musée de la Poupée in Paris also publishes stationary?

Visit the new collection of postcards, bookmarks and paperdolls at

www.museedelapoupeeparis.com

Gorgeous Kestner 164 Antique Bisque Doll - 21” - brown s/e, Beautiful bisque. Original plaster pate. Beautiful new blond mohair wig. Original chunky Kestner stamped body. Adorable vintage clothes. Perfect. Layaway always ok. $795. Carole Harris - Selling Antique Dolls for over 25 years.

On Ebay 10 years. Email: b2cdolls@yahoo.com or call me at 516-596-2165.

Mlle. Bereux Specializing in the Finest Antique Accessories for French Fashion Dolls.

mllebereux.rubylane.com

K*R 121 Baby with Stroller 14 inch doll dressed in all original ivory christening gown, bonnet, slips and diaper. The stroller is a Buggy by Bauer American made with silk and lace parasol.

Email me or call for additional photos. rosalie@ whimsicalrose.com 301-948-5135 French Fashion 11-1/2”, from the attic, all original, clothes have never been off.

Blue paperweight eyes, closed mouth, blonde mohair wig, cloth and leather body with straight arms and legs, swivel neck. $1500.

Call 215-794-8164 or email alloyd@nni.com.

Member UFDC and NADDA .

RubyLane.com/shops/anntiquedolls

Babes from the Woods Taecker House Antique Dolls Thela Huffman 760-455-3757 Spectacular 19” Factory Original Jumeau Bebe, tagged clothing $17,900

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As you already know, the Ladies will be expecting Christmas gifts!

presents hand carved wooden Queen Anne style dolls by Kathy Patterson (705) 489-1046

Email: toysintheattic@sympatico.ca

www.babesfromthewoods.com

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23 inch R.D. walking doll registered in 1893

by Roullet Decamps, from the former Richard Wright Antiques store in Birchrunville, PA, brought $2,310 at the Alderfer November 5 auction.

highlight at Sweetbriar’s November 7 auction was a thirteen-inch Shirley Temple. In her complete original costume, she rose to an $1100 sale price.

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his 13 inch Bru Jne 3 with closed mouth, swivel neck, incised Bru Jne on shoulderplate, kid body with bisque forearms, realized $9,200 at Withington’s October 22 sale.

We would like to thank the following auction houses for their participation: Alderfer Auctions, 501 Fairgrounds Road, Hatfield, PA 19440.

Phone 215- 393-3023. www.alderferauction.com

hard plastic Godey Lady by Madame Alexander 14 inches tall, 1949, in the original box, sold for $9,750 plus buyer’s premium at Theriault’s “Past Perfect” sale, featuring the collection of Martha Hester.

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

Victorian Retreat Antique Dolls

Lynne Shoblom • Phone 928-713-1909 or 928-445-5908 • email: victorianretreat@msn.com Liberal Layaway Available and Credit Cards Accepted.. Visa, Mastercard and Discover and PayPal

Frasher’s Doll Auctions, 2323 S.Mecklin School Road, Oak Grove, MO 64075.

Phone 816-625-3786

Ladenburger Spielzeugauktion GmbH, Lustgartenstraße 6 - D-68526 Ladenburg Email: spielzeugauktion@t-online.de www.spielzeugauktion.de Sweetbriar Auctions, P.O. Box 37, Earleville, MD 21919.

Phone: (410) 275-2094. www.sweetbriarauctions.com Theriault’s, P.O. Box 151, Annapolis, MD. 21401.

Phone 410-224-3655. www.theriaults.com

Withington Auction Inc., 17 Atwood Rd., Hillsborough, NH 03244.

603-478-3232. www.withingtonauction.com

1. Incredible 18” E8J. A perfect beauty! Huge paperweight eyes. Fully marked head and body. $6195 2. Adorable French Look 13” Belton. Blue paperweight spiral eyes, darling face, closed mouth, French body. Made for French Trade. $1395.

3. A Show Stopper! 29” Closed Mouth SH 949. Blue paperweight eyes, gorgeous perfect bisque. Out of this

world outfit and wig. The best you will ever find! $4495 4. Beautiful 21” open mouth Jumeau, blue paperweight eyes, all decked out in furs! $2195 5. 17” Mint Kestner 129. Hard to find mold number! Brown sleep eyes. Lovely antique outfit. $995 6. Darling 14” Closed Mouth Tete Jumeau. Blue paperweight eyes. Such a sweetheart! $3195

Selling Beautiful and Quality Antique Dolls at Reasonable Prices. See these beautiful dolls and more at my Ruby Lane Site: www.victorianretreat.rubylane.com

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by Debbie Bigness

5 inch long embroidered Chinese lotus shoes for bound feet, found with note stating, “I bought these shoes from the woman wearing them, “ July 1879.”

Du Mein wearing antique infant’s sheer lawn dress with embroidered bodice with lace inserts.

32” Simon & Halbig wearing antique child’s cotton drop waist dress with pleated bodice and lace inert neckline.

he auction flyer arrived in the mail filled with thumbprintsized photos of the items for sale. The usual miscellaneous furniture and collectibles filled the page. I scanned quickly for photos of dolls and was rewarded with one picture of a table lot filled with well-loved 1970’s vinyl dolls. Disappointed, I was about to toss the flyer in the trash when I noticed a pair of doll legs in the upper right corner of the two-inch squared photo. The magnifying glass came out for further examination. Those looked like china feet on leather legs. Could it be? An actual antique doll mixed in with the lot? I showed the photo to my husband and since the auction house was a 15-minute drive away, we decided to do a preview Saturday morning.

The first lot to catch my eye as I entered the door was a fourtiered cart covered with vintage linens. Engrossed with the old silks and satins and beaded clothing, my husband left me to explore the rest of the auction items. Fifteen minutes later, still searching through the wonderful selection of antique fabrics, my husband entreated me to leave that lot to look at the “tons of dolls” in the auction. He followed that statement with, “I’m leaving, and I will pick you up at 6pm because you are going to be here all day.”

The glass-enclosed case in the front of the auction room always holds the most valuable of auction items so, that is where I started. My mouth must have hit the floor – the cases were filled with dozens of German and French all bisque mignonettes. The auction was gong to start in twenty-five minutes so; I asked to see only those few items that I knew needed closer inspection if I were to bid on them. Ten minutes to gavel time I tore myself away from the cased dolls to search the table lots. There were literally over 100 dolls ranging from four-foot 1960’s store displays to 69

Tagged lawn Patsy dress.

Walking/kissing Jumeau in polished cotton light green dress with embroidered tulle bodice insert, embroidered tulle capelets on trumpet sleeves, attached pleated skirt and matching wired bonnet.

Sheer lawn flower print dress with cap sleeves and unusual collar with matching tri-lobed bonnet.

1970’s abused vinyl dolls to 1890-1930’s walking Jumeaus and Beltons. Surprisingly, one of the last tables held a doll lot consisting of a Belton, a twenty-seven inch walking Jumeau, a walking Simon & Halbig, as well as other bisque headed, jointed compo bodied German dolls. The auctioneer sounded the one-minute warning for the start of the auction. In my hurry to examine one more doll head for repairs, I dropped my auction catalog. As I retrieved it from the floor, beneath the table lot of dolls, I noticed a battered 1930’s suitcase filled with what appeared to be vintage linens and antique infant gowns. The auctioneer was now explaining to the crowd the rules of the auction. I scanned the room for a chair and found my friend Heather. She beckoned me to an empty seat next to her. Both Heather and I had noticed that one pair of antique doll legs in the photo and taken a chance that there might be more. More was an understatement.

We scanned the room for other doll collectors and realized – with glee – that other than the usual antique dealers, we were it from the doll collecting world. The catalog listed over 350 lots, so the pace was fast and furious in order to enable the auctioneers to get through all the lots by 5 pm.

Heather and I literally won every bid on any doll we wanted.

And if it were a doll lot, we would share depending on what each wanted out of that lot. The prices were unbelievably reasonable and my doll cabinet (the 6’ x 5’ mahogany and glass display cabinet I purchased at that same auction) is currently filled with the treasures purchased at that auction. When the suitcase full of linens came up for bids, I decided that if it went below $100, I would bid on it. The bids started at $20, I won it for $65!

My husband returned for me – with his big truck – at 6 pm.

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Pink organza bonnet with flower trim.

Embroidered silk 2-inch Chinese doll shoes and hat.

Blue pressed felt hat with ostrich feather accent.

Pinstriped aqua taffeta silk 2-piece suit with fitted shirtwaist, mocha silk trim and lace plastron over three-tied scalloped skirt and matching silk formed bonnet.

Rose and cocoa brown silk dress with ruched plastron over pleated hem.

A 24-inch long face Kestner wears a sheer lace gown over satin underslip with pink embroidered bodice and matching bonnet.

Woven straw hat with silk flowers and ribbon.

Sheer black lace over black satin two-piece suit with fitted shirtwaist, matching floor length skirt and ostrich feather capelet.

my purchases that night. Everything was piled into my husband’s workshop as I scurried about getting my house ready for Sunday’s guests.

Needless to say, it took me over a week, in the evenings after work, to go through all of the dolls I had purchased.

It was at least three weeks before I had the opportunity to drag out the old suitcase and go through it. When I finally had the opportunity to sit down on my living room floor and remove each item carefully from the suitcase, I was flabbergasted. As I had suspected, there were over ten Victorian christening gowns as well as antique ladies’ slips and blouses and miscellaneous antique children’s outfits.

What I didn’t count on were the nine antique fashion doll outfits – complete with matching bonnets; two tagged 1930’s F&B Patsy dresses, numerous untagged 1930’s doll dresses, a pair of embroidered silk Chinese doll shoes with matching hat, and a larger pair of embroidered silk Chinese shoes which I assumed were for a child. My living room furniture was covered with carefully placed items, as well as my floor extending into my hallway. My husband walked in and thought I had gone mad. I just looked up at him and stated – I need cedar-lined boxes, lots of them. Do you think you could build them for me?

Well, the cedar-lined “coffins” (my husband built them three feet long so that I could lay the christening gowns out in them without folding them) are filled with the various infant gowns and miscellaneous doll clothing. All of the antique fashion doll outfits found their way onto dolls or mannequins and are safely displayed in cabinets. As for those “child-sized” embroidered silk Chinese shoes – as I was carefully placing items in my cedar-lined storage boxes, I removed the old paper stuffing from the shoes and found a yellowed note pushed into the toe of the shoe.

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White straw hat with ostrich feather trim.

and was officially banned in the 1910’s but, unofficially continued until the 1940’s.

Everyone in their doll-collecting lifetime has that moment when a special doll came into their lives. My moment of a lifetime was that auction. My antique doll collection tripled that day, allowing me the opportunity to add dolls to my collection that my registered nurse salary would not have ever allowed. As a result of these purchases, my family room/doll room has been lovingly converted into “Debbie’s doll room.” The warm bamboo floors and petite, red velvet upholstered Victorian sofa provide a comfortable atmosphere for

Light blue cotton coat dress with cut lace trim, matching satchel and ostrich feather trimmed hat.

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Theriault’s Preview continued from page 24 Leon Casimir Bru was quite adamant about the superiority of his kid-bodied bebe, but he made one concession to the “new” articulated bebe of the early 1880’s with his very rare Bebe Modele with fully-articulated wooden body.

Few examples are known to exist of the French bisque poupee in original metal chain costume as Jeanne d’Arc, on original wooden platform.

Bebes by Jumeau continue to enrapture collectors, for their exquisite couturier costumes that are now so rarely found, to their dainty size, to their captivating portrait like faces. Many beautiful examples are presented in the Saturday auction “In a Perfect Harmony”.

Book Review: Christian Hacker – Wooden Toy Factory in Nuremburg

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eldom is a book about antique dollhouses awaited as eagerly as Swantje Koehler’s new volume documenting the story of German toymaker Christian Hacker and the company he built in Nuremburg. For the first time, a well-researched single volume devoted to this singular craftsman is finally available and is destined to fill a void that has long existed on every antique dollhouse collector’s bookshelf.

This very satisfying book is the culmination of many years of painstaking personal research conducted by Ms. Koehler within museums, government and corporate archives, and personal collections on both sides of the Atlantic. In both German and English texts, she first reviews and knowledgeably critiques the work done by her predecessors, and then allows us to travel with her as she continues with her own journey uncovering original catalogues and advertisements in dusty government and corporate archives throughout Europe. Several of the discovered catalogues are reprinted for the first time in this book, providing definitive identification of many items products previously only suspected of being produced by the Nuremburg factory of Christian Hacker.

Unlike previous publications about other dollhouse manufacturers, this book relates the toymaker’s personal story by thoughtfully placing it in the context of Germany’s complicated social history during the 19th and early 20th centuries, explaining how that society’s residency and employment laws influenced when, where and how Christian Hacker built his business, his choice of wife, and including many fascinating details about his business finances.

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mostly original costumes and include rare makers and models.

As for the German bisque dolls, there are the rarest character models by Kammer and Reinhardt, Franz Schmidt, Simon and Halbig, and others; funny-face googlies pose side-by-side with wistful-faced children. Automata include not only exceptional bebe models with perfectly preserved original costumes, but also esoteric examples such as the Vichy Harp Player and Vichy “Barrel Man” with original brass plaque.

Early dolls range from fine KPM porcelain models to all-original paper mache and wooden dolls. There are, too, antique doll costumes and wonderful furniture and accessories. More than 300 objects are offered in this one-day auction.

A special commemorative catalog has been produced for each auction, and attendees, too, will receive a deluxe shopping bag created solely for the weekend’s events. Special commemorative catalogs have been created for each auction and will surely become classic keepsakes of these remarkable collections, and important research tools for future collectors.

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by Swantje Koehler The collection and dissemination of so much scholarly information is a remarkable accomplishment. But one suspects that most readers will be impatient to skip ahead to enjoy the wonderful illustrations and color photographs that follow the lengthy text.

Thoughtfully divided into chapters devoted to specific types of products, the photographs include an overwhelming number of examples from museums, auction houses and private collections, many of which have never before appeared in a publication. While some of the dollhouse styles are easily recognizable to experienced collectors, the reader is treated to many additional examples of houses, shops, roomboxes, furnishings and toys, some of which may seem surprising to collectors focused exclusively on dollhouses.

It’s a delightful book and leaves no doubt of Swantje Koehler’s prominent position as a premier scholar of antique dollhouses.

Published in Munich by Swantje-Koehler-Verlag, the 320-page hardcover book may purchased from her American distributor for $92 plus $8 shipping by contacting Libby Goodman, 730 Bedford Place, Merion Station, PA 19066.

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Always Buying and Selling Great Schoenhut Toys.

Call for an ever-changing inventory.

Top prices paid.

PO Box 239, Northport, NY 11768 email: kkaonis@gmail.com

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

Sondra Krueger Antiques

WANTED Annie Rooney Paper Doll 315-474-0140 WANTED Early Madame Alexander Jacqueline Doll 315-474-0140 New doll accessory website by Wendy Feidt. Custom handmade leather doll shoes and doll accessories by Fran Quinn. Also Wendy Feidt handmade mohair doll wigs, handmade jewelry by All Things Elegant. For all your antique and reproduction dolls, many accessories made from antique materials and all made in America. When you want the best in quality, uniqueness and workmanship from American artists, this site will delight you. mohairwigsbywendyfeidt.com or email:wendyfeidt@hotmail.com

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

CERTIFIED DOLL APPRAISALS – Doll appraisals onlne at www.doll-appraisals.com by Certified C.A.G.A. appraiser, for insurance, bankruptcy, divorce, casualty loss, or just to see what a doll is worth, history of doll, etc. I can also do appraisals thru the mail. Victoria Way, P.O. Box 501, Tehachapi, CA 93581 Phone 661-823-7828 or 661-972-7728.

Please visit my website at www.doll-appraisals.com or www.antiquedollappraisals.com 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

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

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

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

Correction Next year’s Schoenhut convention will be held in Lancaster, PA (not Indiana). For more information www.schoenhutcollectorsclub.org

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

The brightest light is not on the tree‌ this precious star shines brighter than all the rest! Mademoiselle has spectacular baby blue spiral threaded eyes, perfectly petulant lips and tongue set in crisply modeled bisque glowing in soft peach hues.

Marked Bru Jne 3 on head and shoulder plate and residing on superb Chevrot body with label intact; this very desirable 14" bebe has enormous presence! Adorned in antique creme straw with pink silk couture hat, frothy pink silk layered lace dress and wearing marked Bru shoes with adorable crocheted stockings, this remarkable beauty is ready to light up your cabinet and your life. Please call for additional details, excellent pricing and generous terms.

This holiday season we are pleased to present one of the most spectacular and arresting bebes we have had the privilege to present! Twenty three inches of beauty imbued with a luster and artistic rendering that leaves you quietly amazed.

Glacial blue spiral threaded eyes are warmed by lilac shaded lids, peaches and creme tinted cheeks and full apricot lips. Truly a masterpiece; this Circle Dot Bebe boasts two ensembles, an original parasol, real mine cut diamond ear drops, fabulous bootines and silky antique tresses in original set. Steal her away at only $24,600 A Fabulous Season Special Pricing!

T'is the Season! Celebrate with Mademoiselle inspired during the Emile Jumeau period dressed in fashionably vibrant red! This marked E4J has startlingly beautiful blue paperweight eyes. Her owing blonde antique wig frames lustrous bisque, all the lovelier in the lights of the tree. Thirteen inches of wonder! Together with the charms of the precious little one, an eight inch Wrestler with huge blue eyes and childlike charm, these two morsels are certain to be the envy of sugar plum fairies as they will dance through your dreams while you're snug in your bed! Both dolls are in generally excellent condition and additional details available!

Wrestler - Seasonal Sale - $4,300 E4J - Seasons Greetings! - $7,495 What is more irresistible than the sweet, solemn face of this precious character child, IV by Simon Halbig. A mere twelve inches in height she has a depth of soul and presence far grander.

She is blessed with a generous antique wig, pale blue antique lace and silk frock and velvet lined straw bonnet. Lovely bisque, chocolate - drop colored eyes and garnet lips conspire to weave into your dreams. A doll to add to the cheer of the season! $12,800

Valerie Fogel

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

Here's a magical surprise for little bebes or fashions! Pristinely preserved dark blue silk damask chairs with completely original upholstery and ebonized turned wood legs. These superb chairs are the perfect addition to a vignette, and measure 7"h x 3.5"w x 3"d. Perfect for ten to twelve inch fashions or bebes. $650 pair.

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BECKY & ANDY OURANT’S

VILLAGE DOLL & TOY SHOP Shop our showcases - just a sampling of our current inventory. Call for details.

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