Antique DOLL Collector July 2009 Vol. 12, No. 6
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One Day. Three Doll Auctions.
July 12, 2009
at the Westin Peachtree Plaza in Atlanta, Georgia an auction of antique dolls and phemera
Sunday, July 12. Auction of Antique Dolls “Dance of the Hours”. Preview 9 AM. Auction 11 AM. The centennial celebration of the Ballets Russes in Paris gives theme to Theriault’s July 12 auction in Atlanta, Georgia. The auction is titled “Dance of the Hours”, from the Ballets Russes 1909 performance of “Amida’s Pavilion”, symbolizing the passing of time, a notion very fitting to collectors of the past. Appropriate, too, is the cover doll of the auction, the extremely rare portrait model designed by the Parisian sculptor Albert Marque whose path likely crossed with the creators of the Ballets Russes in the closely knit Parisian art society of the era.
early cloth Kathe Kruse in original costumes, wonderful Schoenhut models (and even some rare Schoenhut toys), very rare early French paper mache character child with its original family wooden trunk and label, large googlies including Kestner’s composition-bodied Kewpie (and other rare Kewpies, too), allbisque dolls including exceptionally rare 10” 915 model by Alt, Beck and Gottschalk with superbly modeled body. There are Lenci dolls and German bisque children in near mint condition, there are cloth mystery dolls, a fine ringlet-curled Izannah Walker and a beautifully painted Columbian doll, and French poupees including a smiling Bru poupee in unplayed with condition in her original box with illustration on the lid. There is a fine maitrise model furniture, wonderful doll accessories, antique doll costumes, and even a carved bear musical chair. Nearly 300 lots fill the Sunday day-session with extraordinary treasures for every collector and for every purse.
Dolls of American Childhood
The Albert Marque doll, bearing the original pencil inscription, “Danseur Russe 3” on its foot, was presented in the Margaine-Lacroix 1915 Exhibition of Dolls, likely as a male ballet dancer from that troupe, and is garbed in superb silk costume of the French 18th century court, a theme that was both a favorite of the Ballets Russes and of the Margaine-Lacroix studios that costumed the Marque doll. The doll is offered from the private Milan collection of Eredi Di Adriana Bracco along with other significant French dolls from an earlier epoch. These include three very fine bebe models by Andre Thuillier, and a wonderful petite bebe “H” by Halopeau. There are, too, gorgeous Bru bebes with classic Bru Jne faces, as well as beautiful earlier Bru models. Jumeau bebes include an especially lovely example of the elusive E.J.A. bebe, two bebes Triste including the rare size 9, and stunning early portrait models. There are other French bebes by Schmitt et Fils, Mothereau, and Petit & Dumoutier. Early dolls grace the pages of “Dance of the Hours” catalog from a private collection of Vienna, Austria. These include rare KPM, Royal Copenhagen, Schlaggenwald and wooden-bodied porcelain models. There are elegant bisque ladies with sculpted hair, many with rare decorative features such as sculpted jewelry or hair ornaments. Paper mache ladies and gentleman of distinction are presented. And wooden dolls include early English models including a very rare lady with nicely turned ankles. The auction abounds in variety. There is the rare Princess Juliana by Gebruder Heubach, a pair of
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Sunday Evening, Catalogued Auction, “Playful Art, Dolls of American Childhood, 1920-1960”. Preview 6 PM. Auction 7 PM.
Featuring dolls from the private collection of John Axe, noted doll researcher and author. More than 250 dolls that were the beloved playthings of American children from the 1920s to 1960 include exemplary examples from all categories, ranging from wonderful Shirley Temple dolls to #1 Barbie, from Howdy-Doody to Pinocchio, from Margaret O’Brien to Seven Dwarves. There are Dionne Quintuplets, Patsy Dolls, Charlie McCarthy and other celebrity and character composition models. Alexander dolls range from early cloth models to composition dolls to superb examples of 1950s fashionable la dies and children. There are wonderful dolls in near condition by Vogue, Effanbee, Ideal, Arranbee, Storybook and other icons of mid-century American childhood. The 86 page full color catalog presents the dolls in chronological form, offering a panorama of our favorite playthings from the last century.
the dollmasters
For more information or to order your catalogs call 800-638-0422, visit Theriaults.com or email info@theriaults.com
PO Box 151 • Annapolis, Maryland 21404 USA • Telephone 410-224-3655 • Fax 410-224-2515 • www.theriaults.com
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One Day. Three Doll Auctions.
July 12, 2009
at the Westin Peachtree Plaza in Atlanta, Georgia an auction of antique dolls and phemera
Sunday, July 12. Auction of Antique Dolls “Dance of the Hours”. Preview 9 AM. Auction 11 AM. The centennial celebration of the Ballets Russes in Paris gives theme to Theriault’s July 12 auction in Atlanta, Georgia. The auction is titled “Dance of the Hours”, from the Ballets Russes 1909 performance of “Amida’s Pavilion”, symbolizing the passing of time, a notion very fitting to collectors of the past. Appropriate, too, is the cover doll of the auction, the extremely rare portrait model designed by the Parisian sculptor Albert Marque whose path likely crossed with the creators of the Ballets Russes in the closely knit Parisian art society of the era.
early cloth Kathe Kruse in original costumes, wonderful Schoenhut models (and even some rare Schoenhut toys), very rare early French paper mache character child with its original family wooden trunk and label, large googlies including Kestner’s composition-bodied Kewpie (and other rare Kewpies, too), allbisque dolls including exceptionally rare 10” 915 model by Alt, Beck and Gottschalk with superbly modeled body. There are Lenci dolls and German bisque children in near mint condition, there are cloth mystery dolls, a fine ringlet-curled Izannah Walker and a beautifully painted Columbian doll, and French poupees including a smiling Bru poupee in unplayed with condition in her original box with illustration on the lid. There is a fine maitrise model furniture, wonderful doll accessories, antique doll costumes, and even a carved bear musical chair. Nearly 300 lots fill the Sunday day-session with extraordinary treasures for every collector and for every purse.
Dolls of American Childhood
The Albert Marque doll, bearing the original pencil inscription, “Danseur Russe 3” on its foot, was presented in the Margaine-Lacroix 1915 Exhibition of Dolls, likely as a male ballet dancer from that troupe, and is garbed in superb silk costume of the French 18th century court, a theme that was both a favorite of the Ballets Russes and of the Margaine-Lacroix studios that costumed the Marque doll. The doll is offered from the private Milan collection of Eredi Di Adriana Bracco along with other significant French dolls from an earlier epoch. These include three very fine bebe models by Andre Thuillier, and a wonderful petite bebe “H” by Halopeau. There are, too, gorgeous Bru bebes with classic Bru Jne faces, as well as beautiful earlier Bru models. Jumeau bebes include an especially lovely example of the elusive E.J.A. bebe, two bebes Triste including the rare size 9, and stunning early portrait models. There are other French bebes by Schmitt et Fils, Mothereau, and Petit & Dumoutier. Early dolls grace the pages of “Dance of the Hours” catalog from a private collection of Vienna, Austria. These include rare KPM, Royal Copenhagen, Schlaggenwald and wooden-bodied porcelain models. There are elegant bisque ladies with sculpted hair, many with rare decorative features such as sculpted jewelry or hair ornaments. Paper mache ladies and gentleman of distinction are presented. And wooden dolls include early English models including a very rare lady with nicely turned ankles. The auction abounds in variety. There is the rare Princess Juliana by Gebruder Heubach, a pair of
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1900-1960
Sunday Evening, Catalogued Auction, “Playful Art, Dolls of American Childhood, 1920-1960”. Preview 6 PM. Auction 7 PM.
Featuring dolls from the private collection of John Axe, noted doll researcher and author. More than 250 dolls that were the beloved playthings of American children from the 1920s to 1960 include exemplary examples from all categories, ranging from wonderful Shirley Temple dolls to #1 Barbie, from Howdy-Doody to Pinocchio, from Margaret O’Brien to Seven Dwarves. There are Dionne Quintuplets, Patsy Dolls, Charlie McCarthy and other celebrity and character composition models. Alexander dolls range from early cloth models to composition dolls to superb examples of 1950s fashionable la dies and children. There are wonderful dolls in near condition by Vogue, Effanbee, Ideal, Arranbee, Storybook and other icons of mid-century American childhood. The 86 page full color catalog presents the dolls in chronological form, offering a panorama of our favorite playthings from the last century.
the dollmasters
For more information or to order your catalogs call 800-638-0422, visit Theriaults.com or email info@theriaults.com
PO Box 151 • Annapolis, Maryland 21404 USA • Telephone 410-224-3655 • Fax 410-224-2515 • www.theriaults.com
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LÉON CASIMIR BRU, MAKER & MASTERPIECES by Lori Santamaura Meet Aline, a magnificent Bru Bébé Modèle with the sensitive modeling of the earliest Bru Breveté face.
About The Cover
SONNEBERG-TYPE PAPIER-MÂCHÉ/ HARD COMPOSITION DOLLS by Alicia Carver Some of these dolls were made in the likeness of their more expensive bisque sisters.
THE PREEMINENT ARTWORK OF TYNIETOY PART I by Judith Armitstead There are many things to love about Tynietoy’s doll furniture, not the least of which are the hand painted decorations applied to a variety of their pieces.
The Bébé Modèle, among the enchanting children of Paris, exemplified both elegance and charm. Léon Casimir Bru and his wood bodied bébé is the subject of Lori Santamaura’s article. Made for only a brief period, we examine a shining example of Bru’s talent, Aline, born of the earliest Breveté face. Photo Sal Santamaura. Santamaura Collection.
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ANCHOR’S AWAY! by Jacqueline Wilson A wide range of dolls exhibit the rage for sailor costumes.
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A VISIT WITH SUSAN FOREMAN by Maureen Herrod The author visits a California collector with a world-class collection. 2
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HONORING RICHARD WRIGHT A recent gathering celebrated his life.
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e e at th Visit m stival e F ll o al D 1-15 Nation - July 1 Atlanta 1. RARE 21" Earliest Mark Portrait Jumeau #3, fabulous p/w eyes, early mauve blush under brows, immaculate bisque, orig. lambs wool wig, wearing orig. costume & hat, ant. undies, Jumeau earrings, orig. socks & Fr. shoes w/ rosettes. Orig. early st. wrist 8 ball Jumeau body. Out of my collection, rare large size and the face of an angel. (purse not included) Call or Email for Price 2. 9" Rare All Bisque Kestner Barefoot Wrestler, br. sl. eyes, mint pale bisque overall, 2 upper teeth, orig. mohair wig, complete factory couture aqua silk & lace costume & silk hat, orig. undies, ornate socks & GREAT orig. double buckle leather shoes. Orig. all bisque Wrestler body w/bent in left arm & blushed hands… perfect overall. Wears shoes & socks over her bare feet. Absolutely AMAZING & RARE!! $6250. 3. Extremely RARE 19" Gebruder Heubach #7407 Character, magnificent pale bisque, br. sl. eyes, orig. mohair wig, pate, factory orig. from wig to shoes & socks. Undies may be orig. On orig. body. Out of an advanced collection. Fabulous luscious full cl/mo, dimples, molded upper & lower eyelids, & the deepest modeling EVER!!!! I have never seen another one of these. Don't miss out on a doll you may never see again. MAGNIFICENT!!!! $16,500. 4. 7" Rare K * R 131 Googlie, perfect pale bisque, red mohair wig, orig. pate, blue sl. eyes, wears his GREAT factory orig. costume, socks & leather shoes, on his orig. K * R body w/desirable "starfish" hands, a watermelon mouth & is the cutest Googlie #131 I have ever seen in this very rare tiny size. A rare find. He can't help but to make you smile!! Absolutely adorable!! $8500. 5. 17" E. 7 J. Jumeau Bebe, immaculate pale bisque, bulging br. p/w eyes, early mauve blush under brows, ant. full mohair wig & pate w/orig. head coil still intact. Wears a fabulous ant. Fr. dress, gorgeous ant. hat & "signed" Jumeau shoes. On her orig. "signed" st. wrist EJ body. Tremendous presence. BREATHTAKING!! Only… $6975.
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Adorable 8" Kestner #143 original wig & plaster pate, antique costume, original body finish RARE $1745
Very RARE Gebruder Heubach #7926 Lady 15" all original (tiny eye rim chip) $1995
CHOICE allbisque Bonnie Babe 5" $1045
MINT Greek Evzones (Soldier) cloth doll 9" $75
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1. Spear’s Paper Dolls – rare set with interchangeable heads and outfits in original box! $395 2. 20” Mint Schoenhut – no repaint and original mohair wig too, great period sailor suit. $650 3. 25” Big Blonde Bear – ca. 1930, near mint with red paws! $450 20” George Borgfeldt Toddler – all original from mohair wig to shoes! Mint. $495 4. 21” Mint in Box Chase – factory dress, with extra gown, original box with factory packing and label. Great color! $695 5. 17” Lenci Boy with Mariuccia Face – choice 1930 example with no moth or fading. Excellent! $1495 6. & 7. 17” Rare, Special Commission Bebe Jumeau – incised “D” for a particular client with mint mohair wig, pate, coil, body and signed French shoes. Couture includes capelet, important and interesting! $4800 8. 16” So Called “Wigged Schnikelfritz” – smiling face with deep dimples, carved teeth, intaglio eyes, factory wig, union suit and period outfit. $1495. 17” Bliss Doll House – colorful and bright original lithography. $850 9. & 16. 16” Rare French Trade Black Character – probably Kuhnlenz, ethnic features, original clothes, hidden flaw, not $6500 – only $2500 10. 21” Bebe Cosmopolite – fine quality mint Handwerck, tender face, pretty clothes, $375
11. 16” Early Brown Halbig 1009 – pre 1900 Jumeau brows, picture perfect original clothes, all just $1100. 12. Mme Alexander “Little Shavers “ - ca 1940 all original with purses and labels. 7” and 18” tall. $495 each 13. & 18. 13” Rare Heubach 5730 'Santa' – choice cabinet glass eye character, mint in original clothes! $1500 14. Lovely Heads – 4-1/2” to 6” tall, some as is, from $150 15. 10” Early Frozen Charlie – flesh tint face, brushstroke hair, great size. $295 Victorian Candy Container – removable poured wax head in ornate French wicker basket. $295 16. See #9. 17. 20” Dressel’s Mein Liebling Character – mint mohair wig, lashes and fully jointed high knee teenager body, silk dress. $795 18. See # 13 19. Patsy Dolls – by Effanbee, big selection (some shown) most factory original, also roller skate Patsy, Patsy Baby, from $295 20. Dolls Tea Set – mint in box with colorful lid. $75 21. 24” Closed Mouth F.G. Bebe – Blue pw’s, mint body, orig. wig, some flaws, just $1200. 22. Heubach Figurines – mint and signed, $350 pair; Baby $450
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It’s July & We’re off to Atlanta, Georgia for the UFDC Annual Doll Convention July 12 - 17
The August Doll Auction Catalogue is well under way and our latest visitors have been arriving at the doll house for the past few weeks.
To mention a few…
A lovely open mouth Jumeau with color-coordinated outfits in brown & peach with extra bonnet, traveling cape and ivory handled parasol Remember Ella? The Izannah Walker sold last October… Some of her cousins have arrived for a brief stay at the Dollhouse: 19 inch Franz Schmidt Boy dressed in a sailor suit, marked “Deponiert F S & C 1263/43 Germany”, (a rare number) with original wig 27 inch Bebe, marked with red stamp on head; “Tete Jumeau & incised 12” in her original trunk; an 18 inch Shirley Temple, with many outfits; South Seas baby, bisque head on compo body 8 inches tall in original clothes; Bisque head doll, 11 inches with brown complexion & original Island Outfit; Skookum couple with Papoose, 12 & 11 inches
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Springtime Frolics The First R. John Wright Convention pringtime Frolics, the very first R. John Wright Convention, was held from May 27-30, 2009 at the historic Desmond Hotel in Albany, New York. Limited to 250 attendees, festivities got off to a good start on Thursday with a chartered bus ride to nearby Bennington, Vermont. There, guests were given a personal tour of the R. John Wright Workshop and Design Studio and had the opportunity to purchase vintage RJW items in the R. John Wright Company Showroom. Mid-day, the assembled registrants partook of a catered luncheon titled “Apple Blossoms in “Rebecca” - first piece in the Kate Greenaway Vermont” under a huge tent overlooking the lovely Series - was the convention souvenir at the R. John Wright convention held May 27-30, Vermont countryside. Albany, NY. All felt, silk costume with straw The full day’s schedule bonnet and leather shoes. Ht. 12” also included visits to the Bennington Museum with a special display of antique dolls and Grandma Moses paintings, and a tour of historic Old Bennington where the Wright’s reside in one of the area’s most important Federal-style homes. continued on page 60
A Day With A Cloth Doll
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he Land O’Sky Doll Club recently held their 18th annual event at the Biltmore Estate in Asheville, North Carolina. Linda Edward, museum curator and author of The Cloth Doll presented a program and lecture. Many unusual antique, modern and one of a kind dolls were entered in competition. Cindy Ribet, creator of the event doll, Carolina Rose, played the hammered dulcimer during the luncheon. A morning program by Theo Spalding and Suzi Smith featured Golliwog dolls from England and the US. Suzi Smith, event coordinator, was honored for her eighteen years of service organizing the popular day at the Biltmore. Linda Edward, guest speaker at “A Day With a Cloth Doll.” 12
Dollhouse and Miniature Dolls 1840-1990
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e are fortunate to have several references on miniature dolls of the 19th century, but until now there has been a void in published information on dolls of the Depression, the war years and the baby boomer era. The author, Marcie Tubbs, with assistance from dollhouse expert Dian Zillner, has compiled a valuable and varied resource that more than fills this gap. Early chapters lay the foundation for the more modern dolls that the book emphasizes. Chapters on miniature and dollhouse dolls from the Victorian and Edwardian eras are illustrated with some outstanding examples of dolls, most measuring no taller than seven inches. Following World War I, the United States, whose industrial base was strengthened during the war, began to challenge German toy dominance. Miniature dolls from the twenties, including those from Tynietoy and dollhouse dolls made during the Depression years and leading up to World War II are covered in depth. The greater portion of the book is devoted to the miniatures of the baby boomer era, 1946 to 1960. Mass distribution by toy giants such as Louis Marx and gradually, a re-emergence by foreign manufacturers provided an abundance of choice for children. Dolls of all materials, many shown with appropriate furnishings of the era, are featured in more than 525 color photos with detailed descriptions and current market values. Significant information in the book comes from those who worked in the doll industry during the boomer years, their oral histories adding important original source material. A detailed bibliography of books and articles guides collectors to additional references. For those who cherish miniature dolls, particularly those of the mid-twentieth century, which are soon to be antiques, this is an indispensable reference. Hardcover, 256 pages, $49.99 ISBN: 978-0-76433264-7. Schiffer Publishing, phone 610-593-1777,
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1. 26” K*R 127 TODDLER - Blue sleep eyes, open mouth with two upper teeth and wobble tongue, molded and brush-stroked hair; jointed toddler body with diagonal hip joints. Vintage knit romper. A scarce and desirable mold number in a wonderful large size! $1795 2. 8” ALL BISQUE K*R 126; STARFISH HANDS - An incredibly rare and adorable ALL BISQUE version of this collector favorite, in original ethnic costume. Head and all body parts marked and match. Blue sleep eyes, open mouth, original mohair wig. A real tiny treasure hardly ever offered for sale! $1495 3. 15” SIMON & HALBIG 949 - Blue paperweight eyes, closed mouth, new human hair wig, correct jointed wood and composition body. Beautiful bisque; dressed in antique clothing except pants and socks. A wonderful cabinet size seldom seen! $2195
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1. 23.5” VERY RARE ROULLET ET DECAMPS “ L’INTREPIED BEBE” Head by JUMEAU circa 1892! Blue PW eyes closed mouth, original RD walker body, Fabulous original costume including a wonderful antique wired bonnet!— MUSEUM EXAMPLE in PERFECT CONDITION!!!! ..............$5400 2. 24” HENRI ALEXANDRE PHENIX FRENCH BEBE Gorgeous bisque head with blue PW eyes, closed, smiling mouth, original wig, original body, fabulous original(?) dress, wonderful pink leather antique French keystone shoes. WOW! The most beautiful Phenix I have EVER SEEN! ...$5200 3. 15” FABULOUS ALL ANTIQUE E J JUMEAU SIZE 6 Blue PW eyes, closed mouth, original signed Jumeau body. Antique costume and original signed Jumeau shoes, wired bonnet. Antique shoes, lovely wig plus original wig. Fabulous presentation! .................................................$6600 4. 11” SIZE 2 BROWN SFBJ JUMEAU Fired-in brown bisque head with brown PW eyes, open mouth, original Jumeau brown body, original HH wig, dressed in Factory Muslin costume. ADORABLE playmate for your BLEUETTE! ...........................................................................................$2600 5. 14” RARE FRENCH TRADE BROWN SIMON & HALBIG 1368 CHARACTER IN MOROCCAN FACTORY COSTUME Brown sleep eyes, open mouth, fine fired-in brown bisque with character ethnic modeling, orig body with orig. finish, Lovely original Moroccan costume, antique shoes, MUSEUM QUALITY! ........................................................................................................$5300 6. 18” SFBJ JUMEAU BEBE Blue PW eyes, open mouth, pretty blond mohair wig, original body, lovely Beautiful antique costume with antique overcoat. SO LOVELY!!.............................................$2200 7. 14” BAHR & PROSCHILD 225 in FACTORY ORIGINAL COSTUME & SHOES Original “Flashing” Blue fixed eyes, RARE mold. All Excellent! .........................................................................$1100 8. 15” EXTREMELY RARE ALL ORIGINAL GEBRUDER HEUBACH CHARACTER 7622 BOY WITH DIMPLES, Blue intaglio eyes, stunning all original antique costume and matching cap. An absolute MUST for rare Heubach collectors! ...........................................................$1700 9. 26” SIMON & HALBIG SANTA FOR HAMBERGER Blue sleep eyes, lovely perfect bisque, orig. body, antique dress and shoes, gorgeous blond mohair wig. STUNNING! ..............................$2200 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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ike brilliant strokes on a canvas that was all parts obtained through various suppliers. The of late 1870 Paris, bustling arcades presented ambitious nature of Monsieur Bru quickly led to a new icon of the doll industry, the majestic Bébé. customizing the marks on those dolls intended for Enchanting the hearts of many, this genre would his establishment. Early patents for Bru Jne. et Cie endure and evolve into a cornerstone of the industry. would focus on perfecting the bodies of poupées to Those purveyors eminently represent more natural forms; this successful in presentation of emphasis continued and became Poupées reflecting the era of more elaborate each year. Léon elegance turned their focus toward Casimir found significance in invention of a distinct type of doll facial modeling and his company body that would regale children, would register patents relating whose stature in society had been to it with the French courts. He elevated. The curtain for this garnered wide acclaim. Maker and Masterpieces production The firm’s tenth anniversary rises on the spirited and talented of operation fast approached and Léon Casimir Bru. Mon. Bru saw closure of successful Léon Casimir, the son of a chapters for Bru Jne. et Cie. In weaver, married to Appolyne 1877, with sizeable capital, Bru Comyn (daughter of a tailor), had remunerated his partner and fitting lineage for the founder dissolved the agreement. Léon of a firm that would one day Casimir and wife, Appolyne, produce glorious dolls in couturier formed a sole proprietorship costume. In 1867, the first period and the firm became simply Bru of the Bru company, Bru Jne. et Jeune. The 1878 Paris International Cie emerged as a partnership. Exposition was a pivotal point However, only Léon Casimir for the Bru Jeune venture where Bru’s name was affiliated with appeal of the Bébé became that liaison, its other member overwhelmingly evident. Fervor remaining unspecified. Eventually for the Poupée would, in fact, fade the Chautards, retired owners throughout the industry thereafter. Aline Charigot, future wife of Pierreof a Paris establishment which This next epoch in doll-making Auguste Renoir, who often rendered made dolls, who rented a room brought marvels from the masterful Mlle. Charigot in richly embellished to Monsieur Bru, were linked as Mon. Bru. His product became the costume with lavishly ornamented, silent investors. Nonetheless, at Bébé Breveté, a perfect imitation of brimmed hats. The sublime beauty its inception, the purpose of Léon an actual young child. Léon Casimir and sweet expression encountered in Casimir’s company was clear. Bru strove to develop an unbreakable this etching provided inspiration for Jne. et Cie would manufacture example in rubber. This formula naming our leading little lady. and distribute dolls on the proved very challenging and, PRINTED WITH PERMISSION. THE PHILIPS COLLECTION, WASHINGTON, D.C. ANY REPRODUCTION wholesale market. although said to have been OF THIS DIGITIZED IMAGE SHALL NOT BE MADE Initially, Bru Jne. et Cie’s produced throughout subsequent WITHOUT THE WRITTEN CONSENT OF THE PHILIPS COLLECTION, WASHINGTON, D.C. manufacturing process eras of the firm, his kid-bodied involved assembly of dolls from bébés are those most renowned. 18
Aline’s auburn mohair wig frames her face with splendid curls. Her countenance is that of an idealized child with large, rounded cheeks, clearly displaying the ruddy resilience of youth, further manifested in the slight suggestion of a double chin. The expression on this first generation Breveté head portrayed pure innocence, which led to speculation that it was the craft of Pierre Marie François Oge, a sculptor whose specialty was busts of children. Clearly compelling evidence existed in that Mon. Oge resided at the same address as Mon. Bru. A letter would later reveal Ferdinand Barbedienne to be the talent who told the world about the genius of Leon Casimir Bru. AUTHOR’S COLLECTION
In his 1869 patent application, Léon Casimir Bru painstakingly explained the advantages of hardened rubber compared to wood for the manufacture of doll bodies. Nonetheless, Bru poupée bodies were made of wood…the waist, the feet and the hands, giving the doll a fully perfected grace. Although Mon. Bru made mention of both the wood-bodied poupée and bébé in an 1879 advertisement, the influence of his patented poupée body is highly evident in the Bébé Modèle. While the Bébé Modèle’s waist was solid and could not twist and turn, there was still a powerful potential for play in this fully-articulated body. The Bru paper label signified authenticity and explicitly stated consequences to those with ill intent: Any infringer will be seized and pursued by law. Additional validation was provided on the back torso which was marked and numbered. Bébés with wood bodies were also offered by Leopold and Calixte Huret, brother and sister to Adelaide Huret, and Emile Jumeau. Although generally similar to those offered by Bru, a documented difference was seen in the Huret Bébé sold at auction by James D. Julia in 2005, which had metal hands. Moreover, the Jumeau child body was made largely of composition with articulation balls of wood; those by Jumeau entirely of wood had fewer articulations and were apparently offered in only one size. While wood or wood and composition Bébé bodies were made by other firms, Bru was by far the most prolific producer of the all-wooden Bébé body. PHOTOS COURTESY CARMEL DOLL SHOP ARCHIVES
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Le Journal des enfants in September 1884 represented these young, elite of Paris in outfits that reflected those designed for luxurious Bébés.
JOHN DARCY NOBLE, “A TREASURY OF BEAUTIFUL DOLLS”
Whether strolling or visiting, what little girl wouldn’t fancy such a frock? The French silk industry sought to create a world market for its goods in the middle of the nineteenth century; extravagant silk production continued for decades beyond that. This original Bru costume in luxurious silk satin was very much in vogue during the early 1880’s. La Poupée Modèle, whose intended audience was young girls ages six through twelve, featured similar styles in September 1880 and again in March 1882. Beginning at the square neckline, continuing with glorious gathers through the bodice and culminating with cascading rows of pleats, Aline’s outfit is the hallmark of quality and testimony to that which Bru professed for their poupées – trousseaux riche, indeed! The most lavishly dressed models might have been slated for export. Others were clothed in less elaborate silks and some sold simply in a chemise. 20
Mon. Bru’s proclamation of a bisque bébé with articulated wooden body first occurred in an 1879 L’Annuaire du Commerce advertisement. It is believed the Bru firm produced wooden bodies through 1885 under Henri Chevrot. The term Modèle was only employed until 1881. This bébé –the Bébé Modèle – is our focal point. What a narrow window of opportunity with a broad, breathtaking view! In both beauty and presentation, Bru’s Bébé Modèle dominated that monumental landscape. Aline portrays a style of her own with a name inspired by Aline Victorine Charigot, the beloved wife of Impressionist painter Pierre-August Renoir. Her dark brown paperweight eyes catch the light and pique one’s curiosity to learn more. She is born of the earliest Bru Breveté face. The deep modeling of her bisque and delicate painting are attributed to the skill of Ferdinand Barbedienne, acclaimed sculptor of nineteenth century France. Mon. Bru made swift appraisal of Barbedienne’s work during the Paris Exposition in 1878. With Bru’s company taking silver medals for its preeminent poupées and Emile Jumeau winning the gold for bébés offered by his firm, Léon Casimir determined his next move would be to commission Barbedienne. Although formal records do not exist, the keen eye of François Theimer gleaned these fine points from a letter written by Léon Casimir Bru to Monsieur Cavoret, president of the Jury for Admission to the 1880 Melbourne Exposition, in June of that year. Léon Casimir’s discussion of the lively, lovely heads of his bébés made further mention that it was his labor along with the hand of an eminent sculptor, prize winner and hors concours at the Paris Expositions which achieved such results. Ferdinand Barbedienne was the only individual whose credentials met those criteria.
The wood was painted white to provide a dewy tone, then sealed with clear shellac. Eventually, the shellac left an orange patina on the wood. Those areas which still appear white many years later may have escaped the final shellac coating or had less applied. PHOTOS COURTESY CARMEL DOLL SHOP ARCHIVES
The presentation of a luxuriously dressed bébé in 1880 might have exceeded even its destined young owner’s prevailing promenade ensembles. JOHN DARCY NOBLE, “A TREASURY OF BEAUTIFUL DOLLS”
Our Aline’s twenty-four inches singularize her as the largest recorded Bébé Modèle. This rendition was clearly influenced by earlier wood-bodied poupées produced by Bru that were based on an artist’s mannequin. The elaborate pin and dowel attachment of her arms and legs remained unchanged from the poupée. Unique to the Bébé Modèle was a torso of solid wood somewhat more slender than those of industry competitors. Aline’s paper-labeled body includes articulations at the ankles, knees, hips, wrists, elbows and shoulders. Graceful fingers were carved with knuckles and nails. Every nuanced line and curve of the hands was reproduced. Nimble feet were arched; pink nail decoration further enhanced both fingers and toes. Even a navel was carved! Aline could run, jump and frolic as any child might have imagined. Indeed, she was much loved, her worn finish about the arms likely coming from little
hands bestowing affectionate hugs. At last, a true friend and confidant! And what was the proper young girl’s polonaise? Often the style paralleled that of adults. Nineteenth century childrens’ apparel has been said to have followed a retrograde movement. Such articles of clothing were, in fact, more comfortable and sensible when the century began than when it ended. In the 1870’s, bustles replaced crinolines. This impeded girls’ movement significantly by gathering fabric tightly over the hips. Young girls’ frocks were nearly as complicated in style as their mothers. Fundamentally, late nineteenth century children would be clothed to display the social status of their parents. The extraordinary splendor of Bru attire, carried forth from Poupée to Bébé, reflected haute couture of the period. Aline’s original Bru costume illustrates intense, 21
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Opposite: Perfectly proclaimed in pink, this BEBE has a few favorite things. The card was a happy surprise within her brown leather accordion pleated clutch, monogrammed “M” for Modèle, of course! Dainty silk gloves with fine threads of black embroidered trim and a gold washed bracelet combine with the purse as possessions of a more mature young lady. My, they grow up so quickly!
The bands of delicately woven straw on Aline’s bonnet are arranged to call attention to its oversized and upturned bill, historically referred to as a duckbill. Silk twill ribbons and umber (reddish brown) tulle accents are integral to the design. Gracefully swept plumes take it to the top.
exacting needlework skills. Its burnished gold brocaded silk embellished in red was inset with gold silk ruching and smocking cascading in rows. An abundance of pleating approaches the hem line, which was finished in ivory Chantilly lace. Diminutive piping was used copiously and taupe Alençon lace completed the neckline. A single bow ornaments each side. Tiny pocket dolls, as was custom for a little ingénue, could be tucked in front. The chemise and a lavish layer of petticoats lie underneath it all. Requisite, too, was Aline’s brimmed hat with plume and high crown. Crocheted socks are worn with silver-buckled black leather Bru shoes. The Bébé was held in such high regard that this title
Henri Chevrot was successor to Leon Casimir Bru. Attracted to the empire Bru had built, Chevrot continued the style and grandeur that was Bébé Bru as proclaimed in this promotional card. The Bébés-Bru are the newest, most beautiful, strongest, the most articulated and the richest of all manufacturing Parisienne. All the glory that was Bru and prudently this caveat: To avoid infringement require the words Bébé Bru inscribed on the bodies of bébés and on cartons. In 1885, the year this trade card was issued, Chevrot ceased production of the woodbodied bébé. The impetus for Chevrot’s decision may have been his new patent for leg articulation of kid bodies. MICHAEL CANADAS & DAVID ROBINSON COLLECTION PHOTO COURTESY CARMEL DOLL SHOP
was often proclaimed on an artfully carved gold or enameled pin which might be displayed on the yoke of the dress. Aline is no exception, although she makes her statement with a very unusual medallion. It is engraved BEBE and suspended from a ruby red beaded necklace. Matching earrings finish the ensemble. Ultimately, the esteemed Léon Casimir Bru passed his baton to Henri Julien Chevrot. The firm’s second period, the Chevrot Era, extended from 1883 to 1890. Chevrot expanded the company significantly, offering heightened elegance and intricacies in its models. The third and final period had Paul Eugene Girard at the helm. The Girard Era saw further details of motion 23
First Generation Breveté
Delicate lashes and a bow-shaped outlined mouth grace this splendid early model Breveté of the Bébé Modèle. Her extensive original wardrobe: magnificent! DENISE BUESE COLLECTION - PHOTOS COURTESY CARMEL DOLL SHOP ARCHIVES
in bébés, such as walking and, literally, turning heads, both on the bébé and of all those who saw it. The fervent dream of Léon Casimir to make an indestructible bébé was eventually realized in the legacy his enterprise leaves and in the examples of its work that have passed down from custodian to custodian over one hundred-forty years. One of Bru’s many masterpieces, the Bébé Modèle, is undoubtedly a thing of beauty… a joy forever. Bibliography Bailey, Albina. Dressing Dolls in Nineteenth Century Fashions. Des Moines, Iowa: Wallace-Homestead Book Company, 1980. Coleman, Dorothy S., Elizabeth A., and Evelyn J. The Collector’s Book of Dolls’ Clothes, Costumes in Miniature, 1700 1929. New York, New York: Crown Publishers, Inc., 1975. Laver, James. Children’s Fashions in the Nineteenth Century. London, England: B.T. Batsford. LTD, 1951. Odin, Samy. Fascinating Dolls from the Musée de la Poupée – Paris. Cumberland, Maryland: Reverie Publishing Company, 2008. Theimer, François. Polichinelle. Paris, France: Editions De L’Amateur, Vol. 2 (1993). Theimer, François and Theriault, Florence. The Bru Book. Annapolis, Maryland: Goldhorse Publishing, 2001. Theimer, François and Danielle. The Encyclopedia of French Dolls, Volume I. Annapolis, Maryland: Gold Horse Publishing, 2003.
A child to cherish, this size 1 Bébé Modèle with rare variation of the Breveté mold is the only documented example with a single, finely delineated row of teeth.
PHOTO COURTESY SAMY ODIN, taken by the author, from the book “Fascinating Dolls from the Musée de la Poupée-Paris”, by Samy Odin, published by Reverie Publishing, on page 84/85
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With special thanks to Trish Waters, The Philips Collection, Debra Gulea, Holly Hepworth and Denise Buese for their kind consideration, François and Danielle Theimer for their vast research efforts and generosity, Samy Odin of Le Musée de La Poupée for his fine work, professional courtesy and contributions, and Carmel Doll Shop for their enduring commitment to excellence in the study of dolls and sharing time and exemplary knowledge.
Second Generation Circle and Dot
Charming and graceful, this little one has a double row of painted teeth and impeccable nail decoration on the feet. Extraordinary, from head to toe! MICHAEL CANADAS & DAVID ROBINSON COLLECTION - PHOTOS COURTESY CARMEL DOLL SHOP
A tribute to the talent of Barbedienne and the continued energy of Léon Casimir Bru, this Bébé Modèle, a circle and dot model with markings precisely incised as the description states, has hooded eyelids, open mouth and delineated chin. PHOTOS COURTESY DEBRA GULEA
Third Generation Bru Jeune
Precious children, marked size 1, unequivocally the Bru Bébé Modèle. One decidedly Breveté, the other so special and exceptional as to be in a class of her own. Awe-inspiring!
The wide-eyed wonder of a Bru Jeune face draws from the Breveté as well as Circle and Dot – the best of both worlds! The result – an incomparable wood-bodied bébé. Rare even then, elusive now.
PHOTOS COURTESY FRANCOIS THEIMER
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The Preeminent Artwork of Tynietoy Part I
by Judith Armitstead ne of the most captivating aspects of the dollhouse furniture produced by Tynietoy is the vast variety of superb hand-painted decorations applied to many of their items. Of the numerous American dollhouse and dollhouse furniture manufacturers of the 1920’s, 1930’s and 1940’s, many companies enameled their wooden dollhouses and furniture in solid, bright colors, but very few added artistic, hand-painted embellishments such as floral and geometric designs. Tynietoy not only painted such designs, but, in some cases, even hand painted complete scenes on items, not unlike a landscape painting for a wall. The furniture was either stained in maple, walnut, mahogany or other wood tones or it was enameled in white, black or vivid colors. Some of these were then ornamented with additional hand painted decorations over the wood tone or enameling. The term “expect the unexpected” holds so true when studying the dollhouse pieces made by The Toy Furniture Shop, commonly known today as Tynietoy, for the longer one collects their work, the more surprises turn up. Marion Perkins and Amey Vernon were two ladies who began the business around 1916 occupying space at the Handicraft Club in Providence, Rhode Island, during a time when a movement to revitalize hand-crafted items was very much in vogue. The Arts and Crafts Movement during the late 1800’s and early 1900’s swept through the nation resurrecting an intense interest in items made by hand. The movement was in response to the dissatisfaction of machine-made products as a result of the Industrial Age. Americans
Figure 2. Grandfather’s clock.
Figure 1. Sketch of Tynietoy’s moving day.
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Figure 4. Sofa hand painted in a colorful floral design. Figure 3. Empire hanging wall mirror.
wholeheartedly supported this movement and arts and crafts clubs were established throughout the country including the Handi-craft Club in Providence, R.I. The Arts and Crafts Movement, the establishment of the Handi-craft Club and the need for toys during the time of World War I when the United States stopped importing from Germany were the impetus for Marion Perkins to try her hand at making dollhouse furniture. Soon after, Miss Vernon joined her and they set up a small shop in one of the rooms at the Handi-craft Club. An article in the October 4, 1925, issue of the Providence Sunday Journal, chronicles the history of the club and the activities of its members which included weaving, sewing, rug hooking, lace making, metal work, wood carving and numerous other artistic pursuits. Interestingly enough, the article called these endeavors “old crafts.” The following is an excerpt from the article in reference to the Handi-crafts Club’s purchase of and move to the Beckwith Mansion on College Hill from their previous location on Benefit Street: Miss Marion Perkins and Miss Amey Vernon, whose toy shop occupied the English basement on Benefit Street have now taken possession of the first floor of the old barn and set up their dolls and dollhouses therein… Beginning with but one helper, now 15 or 20 people are employed… The little dollhouses and miniature colonial furniture copied from the many pieces in Pendleton house are arranged around the room. (“Handicraft Club Occupies New Home on Hill” October 4, 1925, Providence Sunday Journal.) Accompanying the article was a picture of a room with Tynietoy furnishing in which clearly can be seen an example of the Nantucket House with hand painted flowers on the walls. The Nantucket House will be further discussed in Part II of this article. 28
In connection with the move from one location to another discussed in the article above, Figure 1 shows an undated sketch from Tynietoy archives which depicts a play on the Tynietoy logo, a dollhouse surrounded by a tree and a ladderback chair. A whimsical atmosphere is portrayed with moving men carrying away the tree, dollhouse and chair supposedly to the new quarters. With associations to such a vast variety of talented people as the members of the Handi-craft Club, the ladies had access to artisans and most likely tapped into this resource for their needs. In all likelihood, some of the metal accessories sold by Tynietoy, such as the tin trays which they, in turn, decorated and other metal items, were made by members or associates of the Handi-craft club. This fact most likely also held true for the weaving of rugs and the sewing of curtains, bedspreads, linens and other cloth items sold in their catalogs. A December 25, 1938, article, entitled “Miniature Furniture Craft Turned Into Art,” in the Worcester Sunday Telegram interviewing Miss Perkins revealed that she was a graduate of the Rhode Island School of Design, had studied art in Paris, had a background in interior decorating and had painted outdoor and indoor portraits. Considering her extensive art background, it would then be a logical conclusion that Miss Perkins must have executed, or at least had a hand in, the majority of the original sample artwork, later to be copied onto the Tynietoy pieces. Additionally, Sydney Burleigh, an artist well known in the Providence area, worked for the Tynietoy firm during the 1920’s, and in all probability, he also contributed to the rendering of Tynietoy artwork. Women from the area who were proficient in drawing and painting were hired to decorate the furnishing and dollhouses. The added artistic ornamentations to Tynietoy products ran from very simplistic painted lines, replicating inlays, to elaborate, intricately executed illustrations by master
Figure 7. Black enameled ladder-back arm chair painted with floral motif.
Figure 5. Page from Tynietoy catalog showing painted furniture from Music Room.
Figure 6. Spray of flowers artwork.
hands. Some designs and scenes were repeated on items many times whereas others were infrequently done and, in all probability, there were also a few one-of-a-kinds. In certain instances, even architectural details, such as columns and raised panels, were hand drawn or painted directly onto the furniture and on some of their dollhouses. In other cases, art work was drawn or painted onto paper, either executed freehand or printed from original work. Clock faces generally had a combination of printed and hand painted images on paper attached to the clocks. Lampshades and pictures with wooden frames for hanging were also made from paper, which were either hand painted or printed. Some tones were quite subtle, but, for the most part, bright, vibrant colors, such as yellows, blues, greens, and Chinese red dominated. Many objects were first enameled in solid colors with designs painted over the enameling. In other examples the painted design was applied directly onto the wood, as in the case of the grandfather’s clock, shown in Figure 2, where lines in several color hues were added to indicate raised panels in a clever, realistic way by creating shadowing affects—this is a prime example of a painted architectural feature. The paper face on this clock is partially printed with flowers which were hand colored, and hand painted blue sky and yellow stars with lines on the planets and numbers at the top added in pencil. Another architectural trait is demonstrated in Figure 3, which shows an Empire wall mirror with hand-painted
gold columns on a black enameled wooden frame; at the top portion is a lovely scene in the reverse painted glass effect, a scarce feature on Tynietoy items. An example of this mirror from a circa 1926 Tynietoy catalog is also pictured in Figure 9, along with the Empire bedroom, which will be further discussed in this article. The large variety of hand painted ornamentation can be attributed to the fact that the designers of Tynietoy chose to simulate fabrics by hand painting floral motifs like those of chintz and brocade onto wooden furniture pieces such as sofas, wing chairs and seats of chairs in lieu of upholstering with cloth. A good example is in Figure 4 of the delightful sofa with intense yellow enameled background covered in large multi-colored flowers. Interestingly, Tynietoy did not completely do away with using fabrics. Canopy beds were covered with colorful chintz fabrics and side chairs’ seats were hand painted to match the chintz fabrics of the canopies, a very ingenious concept with a powerful impact. An informative page from a white covered catalog from around 1926 is shown in Figure 5. The page depicts the Music Room which illustrates numerous pieces of handpainted furniture and accessories. The sofa (with a similar floral motif as illustrated in Figure 4) is pictured along with a floral patterned wing chair and Hepplewhite side chairs with painted seats, sometimes painted in the same pattern as the sofa. The captions on the page should be noted which describe the fabrics represented, namely brocade and chintz. Also shown is a hand-painted miniature oil
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Figure 8. Yellow Empire bedroom.
Figure 9. Tynietoy catalog page of Empire bedroom.
Figure 10. Tin tray with floral decoration.
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portrait, a floor lamp with hand-painted scene on the shade, and a concert grand piano and bench which came in ebony color or hand painted in a manner to imitate the heavy grain of rosewood. An example of Tynietoy artwork with a spray of flowers motif executed on light brown drawing paper and reduced in size considerably for this article is pictured in Figure 6. It demonstrates a common theme which, with some variations, reappears on Tynietoy furniture and accessories over and over again. An example with this type of flower motif is the very popular black enameled ladder-back arm chair pictured here in Figure 7; pink roses and buds had been painted on the three back rests in lighter and darker shades with minute green stems and leaves. The contrast of the green and pinks against a black background is quite effective and this particular piece exhibits very strong skills of the artist. The work was done on a very small space and the execution had to be tiny yet recognizable. The gold outlining and lines represent contours, curves and beveling. Another example of the repeated use of this particular floral motif is shown in Figure 8 of the bright yellow Empire bedroom, arranged at angles so that most of the decorations are visible. Besides the floral motif, the edges had been outlined to simulate beveling and to further emphasize the intricate curvatures of each piece. Another photo of the Empire bedroom is pictured from a white
cover c. 1926 catalog in Figure 9; the caption notes that the set was available in mahogany or enameled yellow or green with “old-time designs.” A very delicate hand is revealed in the diminutive tin tray shown in Figure 10. Enameled in a background of Chinese red, the tray’s center has an intricately wrought floral motif, a variation of the design described above. The edges of the tray had been lightly touched with the same green as the leaves. One of the finest hand-painted pieces is the blue enameled sewing table pictured in Figure 11. Although the front and side portions had been very expertly done with a sinewy branch design on the legs, it is the extraordinary hand painted delicate spray of flowers on the top which command the viewer’s full attention. The outside edges of the top had been outlined to represent beveling. One would not even think of placing anything on the top to cover the exquisitely rendered work. The Terry clock was a good vehicle for creativity as it had a space below the clock face to be decorated at the whim of the illustrator. Figure 12 shows two Terry clocks
Figure 11. Front of sewing table and close-up of artwork on top of sewing table.
demonstrating examples of the diverse decorative images which were applied. The clock on the left holds a pre-printed black outlined floral motif colored by hand under the face. As a contrast, the clock on the right contains a delicate hand painted seascape with a minute sailboat. Please note the different light and dark wood tones of each clock and the contrasting hand painted lines. When seeing the hand-painted peony design on the paper shade of this early floor lamp in Figure 13, the influences of the Impressionistic Art Movement can definitely be detected. The bold brushstrokes of the white petals meld with the deep maroon center and yellow stamens of the flower and are further intensified by the surrounding vivid dark green leaves. The quality of the artwork is worthy of a recognized artist. From studying and comparing many Tynietoy items, it has become evident that workmanship of hand painted designs varied from one piece to the next. The degree of the quality of each piece depended on the artistic talents of that particular individual who worked on the item. Collectors today seek out those particular pieces with the highest quality of artistic skill. Examining the many pieces of furniture and accessories is just one segment in analyzing the methods used by Tynietoy workers. Original documentation, such as catalogs and archival artwork of Tynietoy and published articles from the era, is so vital in fully understanding the inner workings of the company. Part II of this article will further examine this ongoing topic and will be presented in a future issue of Antique Doll Collector. Note: Judith Armitstead studied art at the Art Student League of Marblehead. She has been a collector, dealer and researcher for over 25 years and can be reached through her business web site, www. TheDollWorks.net.
Figure 13. Floor lamp with hand painted shade in the Impressionistic Style.
All items and catalogs are from the Armitstead collection. Figure 12. Two Terry clocks.
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The National Antique Doll Dealers Association was founded in 1986. The primary purpose of the association is to present doll shows and sales in venues that are conducive to learning about antique and vintage dolls and buying dolls with confidence. The principal objective of the association is to ensure that collectors can find doll dealers of integrity. In the anonymous world of mail order and Internet buying, it is reassuring to know that there are dealers who apply a code of ethics to the business of selling dolls. Currently NADDA is represented in the USA, Canada, Europe and the UK. Through educational exhibits and seminars, NADDA members share their knowledge to advance the study of dolls, their historical significance, their safe conservation and their proper restoration. NADDA Shows have been held across the Untied States over the last two decades. Future plans include shows in the US and in Canada. Each NADDA show is an educational opportunity for collectors and their families. By bringing together approximately 35 dealers with vintage and antique dolls, plus a special exhibit for study, NADDA creates the best doll museum in the world for one weekend. The typical venue is a suites hotel were the dealers can create a doll shop in each suite. For a doll collector, stepping off the elevator onto a mezzanine with 35 doll shops is magical. The suites venue offer the collector and the dealer a better opportunity to visit, sit down together and relax, talk dolls and even share refreshments. No longer are NADDA Shows strictly the realm of the bisque and china doll. With the turn of the century, the best of American composition and hard plastic dolls have joined the show. Pre-1960 dolls from Bru to Barbie® are displayed with pride and care. NADDA dealers are the people with the greatest exposure to the greatest number of dolls. Their personal doll networks extend around the world. If you are seeking one special doll, a pair of shoes, a dress or a piece of lace, your best chance of finding it is at a NADDA show. Your can find NADDA dealers at local shows in the US, Canada, Europe and the UK. They attend all UFDC events and the surrounding shows. Additionally, you can find them on their web sites and in the pages of Antique Doll Collector. Look for dealers who display the NADDA logo to buy with confidence.
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All merchandise offered for sale must be tagged and priced in US dollars. A sales receipt imprinted with the name, address and telephone number of the dealer must accompany all sales. All merchandise must have a clear description including identifying marks, originality, condition and identifying any flaws, chips, hairlines, other damages or restoration. To protect both buyer and seller, a brief but complete note of defects or any restoration must be made on the sales receipt. NADDA has an Ethics Committee to assist in mediation should a dispute arise between a customer and a NADDA member. The Ethics Committee may be contacted after all efforts have been made to resolve the issue.
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Doll dealers interested in joining NADDA must satisfy the following criteria: They must have been doing shows for a minimum of five years selling antique and vintage dolls. They must have the sponsorship of one current NADDA member in good standing. They must have two additional references who may be doll dealers or customers. They must not be the proprietor of a competitive business. They must understand and agree to abide by the NADDA Code of Ethics They must be willing to sign up for a minimum of one NADDA show per 2 years They must be known to a minimum of 10% of the current NADDA membership They must submit a signed copy of the Code of Ethics and a NADDA Application for Membership by October 15th to: Geri Gentile, 4271 Ellis Rd, Clarkston, MI 48348 USA Email: gerigentile@comcast.net
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by Alicia Carver n often overlooked and undervalued group of dolls by many antique doll collectors are the Sonneberg-type papier-mâché dolls that were made to compete with their bisque sisters during the height of the German doll industry. These types of dolls appeared on the scene some time during the second half of the 19th century and were made in Germany through World War I. In fact, some of these dolls were made in the likeness of some of the more desirable and high priced bisque dolls that are out of reach for many antique doll lovers - and for a price more closely aligned with many collectors’ budgets. Many of these dolls feature the lovely painting their bisque counterparts are known for: arched, feathered brows, beautifully painted upper and lower lashes, lined eyes, soft rouging, lined lips, and accented nostrils and inner eye accents. They also feature glass eyes and sometimes even have the same quality threaded paper weight eyes and human hair wigs found on high-end French dolls. In addition to having these desirable artistic characteristics, what I personally love about these dolls is their warmer and more realistic skin tone. The terms “papier-mâché” and “hard composition” are interchangeable because the formulas used to manufacture these products were entirely similar with the latter basically having more finely ground wood additives in the mixture instead of paper pulp. Dolls that fall into the category of hard composition that many collectors are familiar with are the elusive and wonderful Munich Art dolls that launched the character doll movement in 1908. Although the factories manufacturing these dolls were numerous during the late 1800’s, this article will focus specifically on identifying dolls that were made in Thuringia during the 1870’s and thereafter by two prolific German doll companies, F.M. Schilling, and Cuno & 34
27-inch hard composition doll by Schilling. The “angel” trademark is barely visible.
Otto Dressel. In their never ending stride in a competitive market to make both a durable and aesthetically pleasing product, doll factories graduated from using wood to papier-mâché, and by the 1870’s, hard composition. Many companies continually experimented with their formulas which they kept secret from one another. By 1878, the F.M. Schilling Company began exporting their famous “patent washables” to countries of varying climates. The family had developed a secret recipe that they used as a final coat over their hard composition dolls to protect them from the ravages of climate, little girls’ whims, and the most formidable enemy of organic materials, time. Schilling cleverly marketed their dolls as, “waschbare Biskuit-Facon” (washable bisque models). Like their bisque counterparts, many of these doll heads were manufactured by being pressed into sulphur molds. (Some firms, however, continued using plaster molds as sulphur molds were quite expensive.) After painting and flesh tinting, the Schilling “secret coating” was applied which rendered them “washable.” The Schilling doll in my personal collection bears the characteristics of many of the high quality hard composition F.M. Schilling dolls created during this period. She retains her smooth and uncrazed high-quality composition, stationary blue glass paperweight eyes, a turned head, well-modeled features, beautiful painting, and a nice quality human hair wig. She bears the Schilling “Angel” trademark on the back of her shoulder plate, albeit a bit faded. Measuring a large 27” tall, she has a deep, molded shoulder plate that is attached to a cloth body with composition lower arms, and has her original two piece silk lady doll dress, antique knit socks and leather shoes. Amazingly, her finish is intact without rubs, crazing, or paint loss and retains a smooth and sheen finish. Whatever secret recipe the family concocted, (as evidenced by this example) it certainly has stood the test of time. Other identifying marks of Schilling dolls are a stamp on the body inside a fancy scroll that reads “Schilling’s//American Pet,” or a trademark stamp on their chemise which, according to Cieslik’s research, may account for so many unmarked Schilling dolls. The Cuno & Otto Dressel Doll Company boasts of being one of the oldest doll companies in Thuringia. According to Mary Krombholz, the company “made dolls and toys for a longer period of time than any other doll factory in Thuringia.” Having been founded by Johann George Dressel circa 1700, by the late 1800’s, in addition to making bodies and bisque heads for many other companies, they were also making papier-mâché and hard composition dolls to compete with the bisque market. In fact, an excellent exhibit of their 1910 hard composition character dolls is on permanent display today in the basement of the Sonneberg Doll Museum in Germany. The exhibit is titled, “Parish
12-inch Cuno & Otto Dressel papier mache with the company’s stylized helmet trademark.
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Fair of Thuringia.” A beautiful photographic layout of these dolls can be found in Mary Krombholz’s latest work, Identifying German Character Dolls. The Cuno & Otto Dressel hard composition doll in my personal collection is typical of this company’s work. On the back of her shoulder plate is their registered trademark, a stylized helmet with an oval below and the inscription: Holz Masse (wooden composition). Her excellently painted features include wide arched brown feathered brows, painted upper and lower lashes, brown glass eyes, softly lined lips, soft rouging, and inner eye dots and nostril accents. Measuring 12” tall, she has a turned shoulder head on a cloth body with composition lower limbs and is wearing her original chemise, original mohair wig, stockings, and an antique dress with red silk bows. This doll’s facial features greatly resemble those of a closedmouth pouty Kestner doll of the same period. Her painting, although excellent, does reveal a little fading around her eyes and a small nose rub. The more intact finish is where my Schilling hard composition seems to have an advantage over this Dressel example. Cuno & Otto Dressel also made composition bodies for other companies and produced some of the bodies found on the Munich Art Dolls. The final, unmarked hard composition doll in my collection has been identified by papier-mâché expert Christiana Graefnitz as a possible Sonneberg Bru. The other company that Christiana believes this doll may be attributed to is Gebruder Kuhnlenz as Kuhnlenz created a Bru-type bisque head in the 1880’s. Her features greatly resemble those of her bisque counterpart: the large almond glass paper weight eyes, the full cheeks, the wistful expression much beloved by Bru enthusiasts, and the open/closed protruding mouth to name a few. Her face also reveals nicely painted features found on other French dolls of the era. It features feathered arched brows, painted upper and lower lashes, lined eyes, well-blended soft rouging, molded upper teeth and full coral lips. One other feature that deserves noting is her soft mauve eye shadow, a feature which also graces beautifully painted, early French dolls. Whatever material was used as a final finish on the papier-mâché Bru has since started to show some wear and yellow. In spite of this, she is a beautiful doll. Standing at 21”, she has a swivel neck shoulder plate on a kid lady body with individually stitched fingers and is dressed in lovely all-original antique clothes: knitted socks, leather boots, a beautiful hand embroidered brown dress, a long and full human hair wig, and an antique wide-brimmed silk hat. Because there are no identifying marks on her, it is difficult to pin down her maker. Given that many of these hard composition dolls were made by being pressed into sulphur molds which were also used to manufacture bisque dolls, I am left to wonder if, in certain instances, some of the same molds were used for both types of dolls. Especially since the German doll factories are known for their frugality and resourcefulness. My Cuno & Otto Dressel doll, for example, has an uncanny resemblance to a Kestner pouty doll. Even the proportion of the features is strikingly similar. The hard composition Sonneberg Bru doll in my collection supposedly has an exact bisque counterpart, although I have yet to see one. Sonneberg-type papier-mâché/hard composition dolls can add some variety and interest to an antique doll collection. And as these examples show, some can be as charming, nicely painted, and beautifully costumed as some of their more expensive bisque sisters.
An unmarked hard composition doll may be a Sonneberg Bru. Her refined features have similarities to her bisque counterpart.
Bibliography Cieslik, Marianne & Jurgen. German Encyclopedia 18001939. Maryland: Hobby House Press, 1985. Gräfnitz, Christiane. German Papier-Mache Dolls 17601860. Germany: Gert Wohlfarth GMBH, 1994. Krombholz, Mary Gorham. Identifying German Character Dolls. Maryland: Reverie Publishing, 2008. Merrill, Madeline Osborn. The Art of Dolls 1700-1940. Maryland: Hobby House Press, Inc, 1985.
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8” A & M 550, closed mouth, blue sleep eyes, compo straight leg 5 piece body, button nose and dimples $695.00
23” Kestner #171 Germany on body, molded eyebrows, blue sleep eyes, original blonde mohair wig, taffeta and satin antique type dress, wonderful doll $695.00
5 ½” #6917 Hertwig with gray wavy hair on the back of her head and on her shoulders, brown painted eyes, graceful hands $495.00 6” Goebel Fanny Elssler, curls below ears and the rest pulled up in a bun in back, held by a molded yellow ribbon with blue & red raised pattern flower molded & painted jewelry on forehead in blue & red, molded flowers on each side of her face, missing arms $495.00 Now $450.00 6” Bisque ½ Doll, original mohair wig, dome head with outstretched arms, Goebel?, very seductive look, black eyes to the side, great molding on the eyelids $425.00
14 ½” C/M Jumeau w/ Wrap Around Blue Grey Eyes, bisque hands, wood & leather upper arms, kid body, slight hairline, left forehead and repair on neck of shoulder plate, antique hat and undergarments $2695.00
12” C/M Belton, compo arms, molded boots, cloth body, stationary brown eyes, shoulder plate professionally repaired $350.00 19” Square Tooth Kestner #7, stationary blue eyes, kid body, bisque arms, HH wig $325.00 18” B & D China (Bravo & Dotter) Germany, molded china, black hair, red line over eyes, pink luster china arms & brown boots, shoulder plate professionally repaired $310.00
8” Alexander Kins 1958, #571 Wendy dressed in “Another Party Dress”, blue sleep eyes, Tosca hair, adorable organdy pink dress with original flowers $195.00
21” Cissy as Queen Elizabeth II #2099 from 1955, wearing gown, slip, nylons, shoes and crown $650.00
12 1/2” #4 Tete Jumeau, C/M, pierced ears, blue Jumeau stamp on body, original wig (sparse) and cork pate, vintage dress, slip & panties, new shoes & stockings, small ear flake, repainted left hand $3995.00
25” Simon & Halbig #1079, brown sleep eyes, great original body, molded eyebrows, pierced ears, wonderful peaches & cream complexion $500.00
1956 Alexander Kins Wendy #583 Wendy Has Fun Wearing Black Taffeta Pinafore, Tosca hair, blue sleep eyes, original flowers & leaf $175.00
7” S & H #1160, cloth body, bisque arms & legs, black molded shoes, c/m, brown stationary eyes, original Gibson mohair wig $295.00 6” Wee Patsy Doll House Doll, original dress, professional repainted $195.00 6 ½” 1894 A & M, brown sleep eyes, 5 piece body, o/m w/ teeth, original mohair wig $225.00
6” Germany “Chubby” all bisque, eyes to the side, watermelon mouth, great molding, slight chip on top wisp of hair $295.00 Special $250.00 6 ½” A & M 1911 #210 Googlie, blue intaglio eyes, 5 piece original body, great molding $495.00 14” Bahr & Proschild, Kley & Hahn 1912 #554 Character Baby, o/m w/ molded tongue, blue glass eyes, original mohair wig, head as is $325.00 15 ½” ABG Alt, Beck & Gottschalck #1322, brown sleep eyes, o/m, molded tongue and 2 upper teeth, mohair wig, some body repaint $305.00
16” Dream Baby A & M #351/4K compo baby body, blue sleep eyes, o/m with 2 lower teeth $300.00 15” Head Circ. Bye-Lo, blue sleep eyes, celluloid hands (1 finger as is), great coloring and molding $450.00
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17” French Wax Mannequin Baby, with wax head and chest, jointed arms, incised with La Aire d’ Art on back of body, cloth covered body with composition legs, seated on terra cotta pillow and base 11 x 11 ½” embossed with TRICOT BOBY PARIS and La Aire d’ Art on base, the pillow has molded tassels, blond human hair inserted into wax head & eyebrows, blue glass eyes, molded nostrils and open mouth, wonderful crotched bonnet, sweater and booties $3500.00 Now $3200.00
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1. We start off this month with a beautiful breathtaking Simon & Halbig molded hair shoulder lady - mold # 128 - exquisite pink shaded bisque w/ blonde molded hair swept away from her face - massive cluster curls in the back - heavy curly bangs - w/ molded feather & comb - precious pierced ears - extraordinary hand painted facial features w/ soft arched feathered brows over glorious spiral threaded heather blue eyes - closed slightly smiling mouth w/ soft rose shading lovely old body - 27” tall - $2,995. 2. A truly lovely early Beidermier China - (circa 1850) - beautiful smiling face w/ Icelandic blue painted eyes - lovely human hair braided wig - china arms & legs - wondrous - 20” tall - $1,495. 3. Utterly wonderful Lenci “Becassine” from the 300 series - excellent condition w/ blonde braided hair & enormous mocha brown surprise eyes - open/closed twice shaded mouth - all original - 21” tall - $1,995. 4. Utterly adorable & oh so rare to find - toddler by Franz Schmidt - mold #1295 - superlative bisque w/ first out of the mold quality - - wondrous hand painted facial features w/ soft arched feather brows over baby blue sleep eyes w/ human hair upper lashes - open laughing mouth w/ soft amber shading - to make him all the more delightful he’s on a fully jointed toddler body - 24” tall $1,495. 5. Extremely rare & ever so desirable Door of Hope “Alma w/ her Baby” - excellent all original condition - 11” tall - $2,995. 6. Here at Roberta’s we don’t do a lot of hard plastic - however we all fell in love with this sweet little character - so here is a not often found Madame Alexander - tagged“ Guardian Angel” - all original including her harp & halo - excellent unplayed with condition - 8” tall - $995. 7. Rarely found & extremely desirable glassed eyed pouty by Gebruder Heubach - mold #8420 - exceptional high quality pink bisque w/ wondrous hand painted facial features - soft arched feathered brows over chestnut brown sleep eyes - extremely exaggerated pouty upper lip w/ soft amber shading - original fully jointed body - just precious - 15” tall $2,995. 8. Two rare & wonderful Schoenhut character children - excellent condition - both have original clothes: A) Blonde is model 301 - 15” tall - $1,695. B) Dark haired child is model 310 - 17” tall has original stand - 17” tall - $1,895. 9. Lovely super large size all bisque Kestner - mold #150 - soft as butter bisque w/ first out of the mold quality - wondrous hand painted facial features w/ heather blue sleep eyes - Kestner crown on chest - molded pink ribbed stockings - 11” tall $1,295. 10. Extremely desirable & ever so rare “Grape Lady” China -(circa 1860) - superior quality w/ center parted hair ruffled exterior ribbon w/ center section of grapes at top of head - full snood in back lovely old body w/ early cupped china hands - 18” tall $2,495. 11. Extremely rare closed mouth pouty character by Recknagel - soft as butter bisque w/ first out of the mold quality - deep intaglio blue eyes - closed exaggerated pouty mouth - great character face - fully jointed body - 17” tall - $1,495. 12. Wonderful & oh so rare very early closed mouth Kestner w/ one of the very sweetest faces I have ever seen - soft as butter bisque w/ first out of the mold quality - exceptional hand painted facial features w/ soft arched feathered brows over enormous chestnut brown paperweight eyes - closed slightly smiling mouth w/ soft amber shading - early straight wrist body - just precious - 14” tall $2.995. 13. Lovely rare black haired Parian w/ brush stroked temples - hair is pulled back into a second lower bun - beautiful molded ruffled ribbon in the Dressel style completely surrounds her head - her lovely glazed shoulderplate is collared w/ blue tie - Parian arms & legs - 20” tall. $1,495. 14. Extremely rare & ever so wonderful Kammer & Reinhardt - closed mouth “Mein Liebling” - mold # 117-A - (we had her sister in last month’s ad) soft as butter bisque w/ first out of the mold quality - breathtaking hand painted facial features - soft arched feathered brows over lapis blue sleep eyes - closed soft amber shaded lips w/ exaggerated pouty expression - original K*R fully jointed body - 24” tall - $5,995. 15. Extremely rare small shelf sized China - blonde w/ very chubby cheeks an extremely detailed molded bonnet - ruffles around interior - blue bow at chin - china arms & legs - 12” tall - $695. 16. Rare & wonderful 1860”s Parian w/ rare pierced ears - center part black hair w/rolled bangs - hair is pulled away from the face w/ brushstroke temples - molded blue ribbon across the top of head back of head is layer upon layer of rolled hair - beautiful hand painted facial features w/ Icelandic blue eyes & extremely rare pierced ears - Parian arms & legs -20 tall. - $1,495. 17. Two wonderful members of the “Patsy family” by Effanbee: A) rare “Wee Patsy” - all original great condition - 6” tall. B) All original “Patsy Joan” in rare red plaid outfit - excellent condition - 16” tall - $595 each. 18. Extremely rare open/closed mouth character boy by Otto Gans - marked “G” - 4 - solid dome bisque head w/ molded painted hair - wondrous hand painted facial features w/ exceptionally large cobalt blue intaglio eyes - open/closed mouth w/ mold teeth & tongue - note the unique dimples & Clark Gable ears - flange neck bisque head on cloth body w/ lower compo rams - 25” tall $1,495. 19. Wonderful large size rare to find “Miss Liberty” Parian - (circa 1860’s) exceptional high quality Parian bisque w/ such a gorgeous face - soft feathered brows over outlined Icelandic blue eyes blonde molded hair w/ gilded gold crown & earrings - hair in back has two ribbons that linger on her gracious neck w/ upswept double rolled bun - 24” tall $1,495. 20. Rare, unique, & truly different is this amazing little toddler made by the “Pola” doll company of Germany - this very unusual little character has a face with the look of the Dora Petzoldt dolls. So cute & adorable w/ lovely hand painted facial features - closed pouty mouth w/ chubby cheeks - to make her just as rare & wondrous as she can be she has a very thick heavy rubber head & and a rare & wonderful fully jointed toddler body - 14” tall - $995. 21. Rare & ever so wonderful glass eyed shoulder head lady by Simon & Halbig - (circa 1870’s) exceptionally beautiful with amazing hand painted facial features - soft arched feathered brows over enormous heather blue spiral treaded eyes - closed slightly smiling mouth w/ soft rose shading - precious pierced ears - to add to her wonderment her shoulder plate has a very fancy beaded collar - original body - 22” tall. - $2,495. 22. Amazing pair of Mollye’s Raggedy Ann & Andy - (circa 1935) all original w/ fully marked bodies outlined noses - good condition - Andy has original hanging tag on arm - 18” tall - $2,995 for the pair 23. Amazing & rare is this wondrous 1840”s China w/ such a very unusual hairstyle - center parted black hair w/ flowing molded folds forming under her ears & going back into a three fold criss cross bun - exceptionally beautiful face w/ lovely hand painted facial features - just a hint of eye shadow over her Icelandic blue eyes - extremely pert smiling mouth w/ white line -lovely early straight hands & flat feet - 24” tall - $6,500. 24. Two utterly adorable all bisque “Bye-Lo Babies”: A) 7” painted eye - jointed shoulders & hips paper label on chest. $795. B) 4” painted eye w/ cradle - $495. 25. Breathtakingly beautiful solid dome “Hilda” by Kestner - mold #1070 - soft as butter bisque w/ first out of the mold quality. Wondrous hand painted facial features w/ soft arched feathered brows over chestnut brown sleep eyes - open mouth with outlined soft amber shading - original Kestner baby body - perfect & precious 19” tall - $3,495.
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pouty mouth w/ soft rose shading - her trunk contains 3 sets of undies - 3 outfits - velvet coat & hat w/ fur trim - 3 hats - extra socks & shoes - she stands 14” tall $1,495. Lovely center part China w/ such a sweet enduring expression - elongated cluster curls encumber her head - plump round face w/ wonderful chubby cheeks - Icelandic blue painted eyes - lovely old body - 23” tall $995. Two wonderful & rarely found babies from the Swaine company: A) (top) - “DIP” - wigged - baby blue sleep eyes - rare open/closed mouth - 11” tall - $1,295. B) Unique “DV” baby - solid dome head - baby blue sleep eyes rare open/closed mouth - 11” tall - $1,395. Two wonderful and rare to find googlies – mold #253 by Armand Marseille - (the Nobbie kid) - the little boy is blonde w/ blue sleep eyes - the little girl has brown hair w/ gorgeous big hazel brown eyes - both have excellent high quality bisque - happy comical faces w/ that always desirable watermelon smile - 7” tall - $1,495. each Rare to find very early cloth by Madame Alexander - this amazing little beauty is “Alice in Wonderland - all original - great condition - 16” tall $895. Rarely found in such grand condition - two all original “Carmen Miranda” by Madame Alexander: A) super compo - perfect eyes - original clothes & shoes - 11” tall - $795. B) All original tiny size painted eyes & shoes tagged clothes - great condition - 8” tall - $595. Three extremely wonderful Door of Hope characters: A) Lady of wealth w/ stippled bang hair & detailed headdress - excellent - all original - 11” tall
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$1,995. B) Male worker w/ side parted hair - excellent -all original - 11” tall - $1,495. C) Female worker w/ hand carved chignon - excellent - all original - 11” tall - 1,495. Wonderful & oh so rare to find “Adelina Patti” china - circa 1860 - excellent quality w/ sweet smiling face - Icelandic blue eyes and that always desirable red line above the eyes - wonderful old body - 20” tall $995. Just as rare & wonderful as she can be is the truly adorable petite French faced Belton w/ her trunk & wardrobe - sweet superlative French face w/ the look of a second series portrait Jumeau - soft as butter bisque w/ first out of the mold quality - wondrous hand painted facial features - soft arched feathered brows over eloquent spiral threaded heather blue paperweight eyes - sweet pert puckered mouth w/ soft amber shading - original early straight wrist body - amazingly she is only 12” tall - her ensemble trunk includes 22 items - 9 are different frocks - lots of extras including wonderful antique shoes - $2,995. A truly rare & wonderful very early French paper maché lady - all original in superlative condition w/ a very unique body - wondrous hand painted face w/ soft cornflower blue eyes - closed smiling mouth - uniquely different - she has hand painted center part hair - her body is also unique w/ hand carved wood arms on her kid body w/ painted shoes - all original clothes 13” tall - $1,995. Rarely found all original “Mae Starr” - by Effanbee - 1928 - this wonderful phonograph doll has compo arms & legs w/ cloth center body - excellent working condition - 6 records - 30” tall - $995.
Roberta's DOLL HOUSE
Roberta and Ziggy Zygarlowski, 475 17th Ave., Paterson, N.J. 07504 (973) 684-4945 • Fax (973) 523-7585 • CALL TOLL FREE 1-800-569-9739
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1. Rare & wonderful closed mouth French bébé by Rabery & Delphieu (RD) - 19” tall - $4,495. 2. Sweet & precious Jumeau fashion bébé spatula eyes - 16” tall - $3,495.
3. Breathtaking -the very earliest “Portrait” Jumeau bébé, heart melting heather blue spiral threaded almond eyes 17” tall - $29,500.
4. Desirable and ever so beautiful extremely early (1870’s) almond eyed or first series Portrait bébé w/ rare open/ closed mouth - original Jumeau shoes - 18” tall - $27,500.
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5. Unique & exceptionally lovely smiling fashion bébé by Louis Doleac - extremely rare - 18” tall - $5,995. 6. Spectacular early fashion bébé by Francois Gaultier (FG) - amazing eyes - 20” tall - $4,995. 7. Extremely rare - super large size - size 7 - Figure B Steiner bébé - gorgeous - 32” tall - $11,500. 8. Wonderful & exceptionally beautiful Bru Jne bébé - original jointed compo Bru body - 21” tall $17,500. 9. Rare & ever so desirable 1840’s China w/expose ears -pink luster & a beautiful face - kid body w/ wood limbs - 11” tall - $4,995.
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Fritzi’s Antique Dolls
Member UFDC and NADDA
Come See Us! We will be presenting quality German and French dolls at the National Doll Festival July 11 – 15 (Sat. - Wed.) Holiday Inn Select, Atlanta, GA, 450 Capitol Avenue, Capitol Conference Center Regular Show Hours: Saturday 6 pm to 10 pm, Sunday 10 am to 9 pm, Monday and Tuesday 10 am to 5 pm, Wednesday 10 am to 7 pm Email: fritzisantiquedolls@comcast.net Phone 630-247-1144
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Susan Foreman by Maureen Herrod
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iving on the Central Coast of California in a small city right on the shore of the Pacific Ocean, Susan Foreman has collected dolls of rarity and wonder that cannot be surpassed. This tall, willowy blond is the archetype of what one would assume to be a knowledgeable, quiet collector of discriminating tastes. Can one imagine that this same pretty, gentle lady has also been a race car driver? It is, indeed, a startling fact of Susan’s life, along with other surprises that she has revealed. Above: AT doll by French manufacturer Thullier wears an antique royal blue pendant watch. Right, top: Happy, silly face of a very rare Jumeau character doll mold #208. Right, center: Probably her favorite doll, Susan uses the Jumeau 203 character’s face on her business cards. Her sunny smile would be a wonderful way to start the day. Right: With a Portrait Jumeau Series head, this Marquise Mandolin Player by Jean Roullet strums his instrument in time to the music when he is wound.
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While most of Susan’s dolls are French or German bisque, this winsome lady, a glass-eyed china head with a wig, looks pretty surrounded by her bisque sisters.
This incised Jumeau has a rather serious face.
A very unusual doll, this is a P.D Smith doll made in Santa Cruz, California. She is composition with a cloth body and has flirty eyes.
Susan was born in Los Angeles and raised in Burbank. Her constant dolly companions were the hard plastic Madame Alexander dolls, now so highly prized by collectors. (Susan still has all of them!) Sadly, her mother died when Susan was just thirteen. Shortly thereafter, her father decided to sell their home and, consequently, Susan’s dolls were packed away and forgotten. Life went on; she finished high school and attended several colleges, receiving a Bachelor of Science in Business from Woodbury College in LA. Jay Foreman came into Susan’s life in 1970. They married in 1973, becoming both husband and wife and business partners. Jay had started a small watch repair business named the House of Clocks in 1955, taking advantage of the then boom times in Los Angeles. The shop soon grew to immense size, employing 55 people at one point. Jay provided factory watch service for many watch manufacturers, including Omega, Hamilton, Longines, Wittnauer, LeCoultre, Citizen, Bulova, and Audemars. He also did watch repair for jewelers throughout the United States. Susan’s expertise in business and financial matters was a very welcome addition to Jay’s enterprise and helped the business grow. Pensive Bru Jne with long blond mohair wig, wearing an antique pendant watch.
Looking quite a bit like a K*R 115 face is this K*R mold #119.
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Susan likes dolls that come with their original wardrobe. A recent acquisition, this tiny paper mache retains her original wardrobe and trunk.
Another grouping of fine French dolls and one German Mein Leibling, Some of the dolls are wearing antique watches.
Two open-mouth early Steiners dressed in Eighteenth century garb. These dolls came from the original French country estate and had lived there their entire lives until they moved to California.
This cloth barrister doll was purchased from Theriault’s many years ago. Jay then turned to George Theriault and said that they would name the doll A very rare bisque-headed doll made by “George” as a tribute to him. Jay the California Bisque Doll Company in actually used George as a mascot in Berkeley, California. one of his race cars (a Lola T70).
Tiny 9” Incised Jumeau wears her original costume. This doll was made for only one year in 1885. She sports a circa 1870 miniature Swiss pendant watch by Henry Capt of Geneva.
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Left to right: Two A. Thulliers posed together on a landing in the house. Max and Moritz with an elegant clock between them. Susan says that they couldn’t eat their dinner if “the boys” were not there. Photo by Susan Foreman.
Then, in 1975, Susan’s father surprised her with two large boxes, labeled in faded block lettering, “Susan’s Dolls”. Susan could not wait to open the boxes and inspect the contents. Not only were her Cissy’s, Lissy’s, and Wendy’s lying in the boxes, but also two antique dolls that had belonged to a great aunt and a grandmother. One was a Schilling paper mache with glass eyes and the other was a bisque shoulderhead. Like magic, Susan was bitten by the antique doll collecting bug! Her interest in antique dolls grew at the same time that she and Jay indulged in yet another passion, that of sports car racing. Susan became so interested in racing cars that she enrolled in the Bondurant School of High Performance Racing at Sears Point Raceway in Sonoma, California. In this unusual (to say the least) hobby of racing cars, Susan won the Sports Car Club of America Regional Championship twice. She raced a Porsche in the Sports Car Club of America events and a 1955 Osca in Vintage Races. Jay likewise won numerous races. Another highlight of their racing days was the winning of the Pebble Beach Cup Trophy for their Lotus 15 racecar at the most prestigious Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance. Although Susan enjoyed the cars, the love of dolls was still very much in the forefront, and she laughingly recalls that there were times when Jay repaired sports cars in their racecar garage at the same time that she sat at the workbench nearby cleaning greenware for the dolls she was learning to make.
This German porcelain with a swivel neck (circa 1860) is in her original costume. She was originally from the 19th century collection of Henri Rene d’Allemagne. Note that she is wearing an antique pendant watch.
Left to right: Brother and sister, these two are K*R’s character mold #114. Susan is so fond of the “Wendy” mold that she has four of these unusual dolls.
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Asian tea server automaton.
Large, almond-shaped, blue eyes distinguish this lovely Portrait Jumeau.
This is the Raggedy Ann doll that was left on Susan’s bed when she had her automobile accident.
Simon-Halbig 151 character dolls are hard to find. This one is very comfortable among the French children.
Blond, blue-eyed EJ dressed in original silk and lace hat and dress.
Tiny EJ in silk dress, with a tiny watch pinned to her right shoulder.
An incredibly beautiful Premiere Jumeau, First Series, with wraparound eyes and lovely old clothes.
In order to understand how antique dolls were made, Susan felt she needed to make dolls so she could better appreciate how they were strung, how the eyes fitted into the heads, and why a well-painted doll looked so much better, using the same mold, as a poorly painted doll. She continued this endeavor and sold many of her reproduction dolls. She also designed and made artisttype dolls. In 1995, one of her creations, a 15” “Alice” depicting Vivian Tobin, the first Alice in Wonderland to star on the American stage in 1915, won Best of Show honors at the Mid-State Fair in California. Even though Susan is an experienced driver, not everyone can avoid accidents. Although she never had one in her racing days, in 1998, while driving home from a doll club meeting at 2:00 in the afternoon, sudden heavy rains flooded the roadway, causing Susan to hydroplane into a guardrail. She did not have to spend too much time in the hospital, but it was many months of physical therapy and basically learning how to walk again. Her blue Porsche 911 was totaled, but Susan’s dolls were not left without a mother. A Raggedy Ann in red was laid on her hospital bed when she came out of surgery, and to this day, the cloth doll has a chair of distinction in her study. 47
Seen here is a darling little German character by Swaine & Co. She is marked BP4.
A two-face Jumeau, this being the crying face.
Lovely Bebe Francais, marked B12F (sometimes marked 225 in Jumeau character series,) a favorite of Susan’s.
Original sculpture by artist A. Marque, famous in the doll world as the creator of the elusive A. Marque doll.
Susan is especially enamored of the French and German bebes that were made from the 1870’s through 1915 and continues to add these lovelies to her expanding collection. She and Jay branched into the field of automata, which combines their appreciation of horology (the making and repair of clocks and watches) and dolls. They have written many articles and presented programs about automatons and continue to add them to the collection when they find one that they particularly like. For many years, Jay and Susan ran House of Clocks in Los Angeles. But one day, on a trip up the coast of California, they happened by a house on a hill with a view of the ocean. The price seemed right and they made an offer the same day. Also, seeing a small shop complex 48
Big dimples are emphasized in the sculpt of this Kley and Hahn #520’s face.
This pair, a 29” tall German doll by Gebruder Heubach holds a 12” K*R #121 toddler. They are protecting a Longines chronometer.
A closed mouth doll often called a Sonnenberg-type. She stands guard over a whole raft of dolls cuddled in an alcove of the house.
A breathaking Jumeau Triste.
One of the two dolls from relatives’ collections that started Susan on her collecting hobby.
with a vacancy led the two to lease the shop space with the intention of opening a small clock and watch shop in the future. They moved up to their new home in 1990, and opened Once Upon A Tyme in early 1991. However, they still retained the House of Clocks in Los Angeles. Needless to say, trying to keep two businesses going that were hundreds of miles apart became impossible. So, in 1997, they closed House of Clocks and were able to devote all their energies to making Once Upon a Tyme successful. Susan took up all the financial and business dealings, leaving Jay to clock and watch repairs.
A French Steiner Fre A doll of which Jay is quite fond.
A little nursing Bru nestles against a French doll by an unknown maker.
The black doll pictured is a Van Rosen, designed by a Belgian sculptor in the early 20th century. He stands with two dear incised Jumeau girls.
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Left to right: Very rare Barrois fashion doll that waltzes in circles while strumming her guitar. Long, thin SimonHalbig #1469 flapper lady doll is posed here, holding a “form” watch that when closed, looks like a woman’s purse and when opened, looks like a watch. A Jumeau #205 whistler automaton whistles “Bicycle Built for Two.”
Susan enjoys researching antique watches and clocks, with many of these mechanical wonders hanging around the necks of her wonderful antique dolls. Once Upon a Tyme is full of clocks of all sizes, grandfather timepieces, and many, many watches. Susan added dolls to their sales merchandise gradually and has found a ready market for them. Found in the shop are all manner of dollies, from an antique smoker automaton, through bisque headed dolls to compo and hard plastic items. Even a few artist dolls are represented, and, of course, many of Susan’s creations. Susan’s collection is mostly concentrated on French and German bisque, but it is possible to find fashion dolls, china, and paper mache dolls. But, the dolls must be the best of whatever category she is buying. Besides being a “racy” gal, Susan is still the quiet, lovely lady with highly discriminating tastes that she appears to be upon first meeting.
Susan, surrounded by many of the clocks for sale in Once upon a Tyme. Black and white: Jay and Susan in the early 1970’s at the House of Clocks.
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Summer Doll Auction
AUGUST 6, 2009
Preview Wednesday, August 5, 2009, 3:00-7:00 PM Preview Thursday, August 6, 2009, 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM Thursday, August 6, 2009, 10:00 AM Discovery lots, books, body parts and doll supplies.
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German, French, Steiff, RJ. Wright, Lenci, Anili, Vintage Madame Alexander, Miniatures, etc. Call 215.393.3D35 for 85 listing or view online. Terms: All announcements made on auction day shall take precedence over previously distributed information. Everything is sold as-is and where-is payable day of auction. 13% Buyers Premium with a 3% discount for cash and acceptable check. MC. VISA and Discover accepted.
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501 Fairgrounds Rd., Hatfield, PA 19440 215.393.3023 • 800.577.8849 ext 3023 Everyone Welcome. Absentee Bids Accepted.
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Lofall’s Dolls
Judy Lofall, Poulsbo, WA 98370 • Home tel: 360.779.4926 • Cel: 360.434.0331 Fax: 360.697.4405 • e-mail: lofallsdolls@comcast.net • Member UFDC Visa • Master Card • Layaway • Always Buying Quality Dolls Precious 16” JDK Baby Hilda, Mold #245, wonderful bisque, blue sleep eyes, exceptional facial painting, original pate and wig, original 5 piece baby body in excellent condition plus antique clothes. She will touch your heart. $2750.
23” straw stuffed mohair Bear, brown glass eyes with black pupils, stitched nose and mouth, hump high on his back, made in Germany in the 1920’s. Pads replaced on limbs. Very appealing and a great baby dollsitter. $950.
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SELL A DOLL IN THE EMPORIUM
If you’re like most of us, there are usually a couple of dolls in your collection that you would like to sell in order to reinvest in another doll. That’s what we designed the Antique Doll EMPORIUM for… you the collector! Take advantage of this special forum; the cost is only $60. Send us a photo or a digital photo of your doll with a description and your check or credit card information. We do the rest!! Antique DOLL Collector, P.O. Box 239, Northport, NY 11768. Phone 1-888-800-2588. Email: antiquedoll@gmail.com
Victorian Retreat Antique Dolls Lynne Shoblom. Phone 928-445-5908 or 928-713-1909.
Gorgeous 19” Jumeau. Open mouth, beautiful blue paperweight eyes with eyeliner, awesome bisque. A true Beauty! Marked Tete Jumeau 1907. $2495. See this beauty and other incredible dolls on my Ruby Lane site. Member of UFDC.
www.rubylane.com/shops/victorianretreat
Avgusta’s Bisque Dolls www.abidolls.com (925)687-0334 Rare gorgeous 19” lenci 110 series character. Fancy felt and organdy outfit, beautiful hairdo. The most popular Lenci! $4,250
19” Adorable and Unusual Goebel character antique doll. Incised with Goebel crown, etc. Big blue sleep eyes, open mouth, 4 teeth. Lovely silky bisque. Old long blond wig, Nice chunky Ball Jointed Body. She is perfect, with a wonderful expression. $795. Selling dolls for 30 years. Layaway okay. Email me at b2cdolls@yahoo.com or call 516-596-2165 Carole Harris, N.Y.
French Mascotte - 28”, old brown human hair wig, paperweight brown eyes, perfect bisque except an in the making white spot at the edge of the opening under the wig, French ball jointed body, old clothing and shoes. $4500. Member of UFDC and NADDA. Call 215-794-8164 or email alloyd@nni.com.
Rubylane.com/shops/anntiquedolls
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.rubylane.com/shops/sarabernsteindolls
25” SFBJ Depose, sleep blue eyes, original mohair wig. 7-1/2” teddy bear with hump, mint condition. 9” Demalco Googlie with set brown eyes, 5-piece body. $2500 for all. Call 904-824-1975.
Goodwin clockwork walking doll, c. 1860, china shoulderhead, early American tin and cast iron, original key, approx. 11-1/2” tall and 11-1/2” long. $2,850. Donna Kaonis, UFDC, NADDA, 631-351-0982, email: dkaonis@gmail.com
Mlle. Bereux Specializing in Fine French Fashion Accessories
mllebereux.rubylane.com
Rare 10” Series A Steiner. Pale bisque and exceptional presence. Original fully jointed Steiner body. Exquisite green silk antique dress and straw hat. Visit her and other quality antique dolls and accessories on my website.
www.noramcneil.com
Babes from the Woods
presents Hand carved wooden Queen Anne style dolls by Kathy Patterson
Email: toysintheattic@sympatico.ca
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Nora’s Antique Dolls & Collectibles 1-732-341-2611
Lovely antique 23” Depose Tete Jumeau. Head Marked: Red Ink-Depose Tete Jumeau-Bte S.G.D.G. 10^^, no cracks. Body Marked: Blue Ink - Jumeau, Medaille – D’OR, Paris Composition body with minor wear at joints. Undergarments appear to be original. Pictures and information sheet available. Asking $8,000. Contact: 810-327-2094 or e-mail at: gmccombs@iwarp.net
Colette Train e-mail: Colettesdolls@aol.com Ph: 215-731-0666 www.colettesantiquedolls.com
Fabulous 15" 1st Series Portrait Jumeau (2/0) w/huge wrap around sky blue eyes: $24,500
Visit my website to view my inventory of high quality French & German antique dolls.
Wonderful 26" Blue Eyed Emile Jumeau Beauty (E 12 J): $12,500
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1. A Victorian era photograph, dated 1896, shows a little boy wearing a traditional child’s sailor style costume of the era.
2. This lovely German bisque doll wears a beautifully tailored sailor girl costume that was handmade by an expert seamstress. The doll dates from approximately 1910, an era when sailor suits were all the rage for young boys and girls, and of course, dolls!
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by Jacqueline Wilson
oll collecting is such a fun and rewarding hobby, but it can also be somewhat perplexing when trying to decide what type or category of dolls to collect. While some doll lovers collect a little bit of everything, this type of accumulation can soon outgrow the confines of our living spaces. Once you have decided if you are going to purchase antique dolls or dolls of a more recent vintage, it is wise, at least initially, to limit your buys to a specific category or dolls made from one type of material. This not only helps you to focus while attending doll shows or checking out on-line auctions, but it also truly defines and unifies your collection. One unique and challenging category of doll collecting that you might consider exploring is that of sailor dolls. Dolls dressed in military uniforms such as sailors or soldiers have been popular for centuries and many different companies costumed their products in very realistic renditions of traditional sailor suits. Dolls made from every conceivable material have been found wearing factory original sailor costumes, including dolls made from wood, wax, bisque, celluloid, china, hard plastic and vinyl. Sailor costumes were at the height of their popularity in the 1890’s as a fashionable type of clothing for young children, and this type of garment continued to be worn by boys and girls well into the 1930’s (see photo one). During World War I and World War II, little boys enjoyed wearing replicas of real sailor’s uniforms, and many a seamstress fashioned homemade costumes for their children, as well as miniature versions for their little girls’ dolls. Considering that sailor outfits were all the rage for several decades, it is not surprising that such a wide variety of dolls exist to be collected today. A prime example of a doll wearing a homemade sailor-style costume is the lovely bisque-headed girl that is shown in photo two. This German–made doll dates from approximately 1910, and has a bisque shoulder plate attached to a kid leather body. It is difficult to know which factory produced her, as the only visible marking is “Made in Germany” on the back of her head. Other marks are likely present on the part of the shoulder plate that is hidden beneath the leather body, or perhaps there are markings underneath the glued-on mohair wig as well. The doll wears a beautifully tailored red wool sailor-girl costume with a contrasting cream coloured collar and tie. Tiny brass buttons were added to the pleated skirt, and the matching sailor style cap has a decorative ribbon with a brass nautical button attached. This attractive costume is fashioned in the very same style as worn by children of the era, and the overall effect is very appealing! The high quality materials and superb craftsmanship shown in the outfit make it likely that it was homemade, as factory
made clothing seldom displays such fine attributes. One wonders if the original owner may have also had a matching outfit of her own, lovingly crafted by a mother or other relative! Bisque dolls such as this lovely girl are quite affordable when compared with the costs of other antique dolls, and you should be able to find a comparable doll at a cost of approximately $300 at a doll show or antique fair. The character boy shown in photo three is another example of a German bisque doll that was dressed in a homemade sailor costume. This wonderful character was produced by the Gebruder Heubach Company of Germany, circa 1912. Heubach manufactured many delightful bisque character dolls, and a great many were designed to represent boys. The little fellow shown is approximately 10 inches tall, and his bisque socket head is attached to a fully jointed papier mache body. He wears a navy blue traditional sailor suit trimmed with contrasting piping. His white sailor cap is factory made, but is likely not original to the doll. Dolls such as this one are always in demand, as they appeal to a wide variety of collectors, including those searching for antique dolls, character dolls, boy dolls and dolls representing sailors. This popularity is reflected in the value of the doll, which lists in price guides at costs of $500 and up. Among the most popular and widely available sailor dolls found on today’s collectibles market are the delightful cloth sailors that were sold as inexpensive souvenirs aboard passenger ships and ocean liners during the 1920’s and 30’s. The dolls varied in size, and usually had velveteen, cotton or felt bodies, with stiffened cloth, felt, composition, papier mache or celluloid faces. Among the most whimsical cloth sailors produced are the dolls that were issued by the Norah Wellings Company of England. This charming sailor, in photo four, is one of the smallest sizes at only 6 inches tall, but he packs a lot of charm for such a tiny doll! The sailor has a cotton velveteen body with a sewn-on light blue cotton collar and decorative braided cord as trimming. The arms and legs are sewn across the shoulders and hips to allow movement, and the doll’s moulded stockinette head is also jointed. His painted on features are skilfully done and he even has moulded on dimples in his cheeks! This mischievous sailor wears his original cream coloured cotton cap, which reads, “R.M.S. Mauretania” across the front of its blue band. The doll was originally sold in the 1930’s as a souvenir aboard an ocean liner of the same name. He has a cloth woven label attached to his left foot which reads, “Made in England by Norah Wellings”. Sailor dolls such as this one are still easy to find and can be purchased for very reasonable prices (generally under $100). During World War II a few doll companies manufactured composition dolls as patriotic symbols of American soldiers, sailors, Waves and WAACs. There was even a doll that represented General Douglas MacArthur! The Ralph A. Freundlich Company of New York City (1924 – 1945) issued military dolls in 1942, and the sailor doll shown in photo five is believed to have been produced by this company. This unusual sailor is made entirely of composition materials, and his traditional sailor cap forms an integral part of the moulded composition head. The type of composition materials used are of extremely high quality and his arms and legs are jointed to allow movement. The original sailor costume is made from a very fine, lightweight cotton material that is decorated at the collar with
3. An adorable bisque headed character boy made by the Gebruder Heubach Company of Germany. This doll was manufactured in 1912, and has a homemade cotton costume that was likely crafted for the doll soon after it was originally purchased.
4. Cloth sailor dolls, such as this delightful Norah Wellings example from England, were popular souvenir items that were sold on ships during the 1920’s and 30’s. The dolls are very affordable and easily found today.
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5. A wonderful World War II composition sailor wearing his original factory costume. Dolls such as this one were manufactured in the U.S. for sale to patriotic doll buyers, and they are seldom found today in such fine condition!
blue piping. The one piece costume is factory sewn to the doll’s body, which likely explains why it has remained in such good condition! Unfortunately the sailor’s original black boots and socks have gone missing, and would be difficult to replace. Dolls such as this one were popular novelty items for adults as well as children, and even though many of the dolls were never played with, they are difficult to find today in good condition, due to the tendency of composition to craze over time. The sailor lists at a value of $250 to $350 in good condition in the book “Doll Values Antique to Modern” by Linda Edward (2007 edition). If you are handy with a needle and thread you can easily fashion your own home sewn sailor costumes for new or old dolls in your collection. If sewing for antique dolls, try to utilize vintage materials and trimmings in keeping with the age of your doll. 100% cotton and wool fabrics are perfect for use with antique dolls, while fabrics containing rayon or other more modern materials are fine when sewing for dolls of a later vintage. Research can easily be done via the internet or by a visit to the library to obtain photos of sailor costumes through the ages to add a hint of authenticity to your patterns. Studying antique photographs of children wearing their sailor clothes is also helpful when attempting to design a proper sailor suit for your doll. With a little time and ingenuity, soon you will have a whole fleet of sailor dolls to call your own!
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The June Show brought out good dealers, fine dolls and great customers. Hope to see you in Maryland September 19-20, 2009 at Gaithersburg
Roberta Zygarlowski
973-684-4945 or 1-800-569-9739 All the time getting in more great dolls! Visit me and Ziggy at the National Doll Show
Richard Saxman
richard@earthlink.net 610 415-9344… call for top quality German dolls and French Bebes along with whimsical characters See you in the UFDC Salesroom
Ashley’s Dolls & Antiquities
billyehb@aol.com • 336-266-2608 Billy and Steva always have something nice! See you at the National Doll Show in Atlanta
Gigi’s Dolls & Sherry’s Bears 773-594-1540 • gigisdolls@aol.com
“Something For Everyone”
Visit us at Rowbears National Doll Festival in Atlanta July 11-15
Janet Weber
myprecrose@aol.com The Biggest, Best Martha Chase cloth doll in the World. Janet is getting attached… so call quick! 718-336-5313
Linda Kellermann
lindak222@comcast.net • 804-364-1328 German Characters and fine French Bebes Come visit at UFDC Salesroom, booth 100 Atlanta Marriott Marquis Hotel, July 12-17
Connie & Jay Lowe
see you in the UFDC Sales Room 1-888 -Jay-Lowe ( toll free ) or 717-369-9879 email: big.birds@comcast.net Offering rare Steiners and Fine French Bebes
Virginia Aris / Valentine’s Antiques virginiaaris@aol.com • 609-737-2858 Closed mouth Jumeau and early wooden “Come Visit Princeton Doll & Toy Museum” You will love it... Always a Fun Day!
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732-775-4653 • dollmanofog@aol.com Rare Center Seam Cinnamon Steiff Bear… $7500 Fine quality French and German dolls. Will be at Rowbears - Holiday Inn Show.
Come see us UFDC Salesroom in Atlanta, GA July 12, 2009 • Rowbears Show (across street) July 11, 2009
Jean & Ken Auction Gallery Nordquist’s Collectible Doll Co. Gourmet Doll Supplies for the Discriminating Doll Collector
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lovely Jumeau bebe from the first period, circa 1879, with a pressed bisque head, a small chip on the forehead and minor restoration under the right eye, with the original fully articulated composition and wooden body, fixed wrists, original mohair wig and pate, 20 inches tall, brought approximately $10,500 at François Theimer’s recent auction.
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imon and Halbig’s rare character mold 1448 in size 7, 17-1/2 inches, sold for approximately $14,800 at the Galerie de Chartres May 23 auction.
n early 19th century furnished dolls house on a wooden stand measuring 44-1/2 inches tall, 20 inches wide and 14-1/4 inches deep, with four equal side rooms, hallway and landing, brought approximately $16,000 at Bonham’s May 19 sale. The stand contains a drawer that opens to reveal a park scene with trees, shrubs and Nuremberg style figures.
*Finished Crocheted Outfits *Cat’s Paw Doll Jewelry *Feather Trees *Paper Ornaments *Vintage Postcards *Doll Sewing Projects *Leather Doll Shoes *Mohair Doll Wigs *Miniature Accessories Mold & Global Catalogs not shown
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26-inch Jumeau with a French compo body with the Jumeau stamp, wearing size 14 Jumeau shoes, sold for $2,900 at Withington’s May 14 auction. Complete 5 Catalog Set - $25 ppd.
his rare circa-1850s boxed set of paper dolls known as “The Boy & His Horse,” with provenance from the Phyllis Grindle Collection sold for $4,600 during Morphy’s recent auction.
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Bonhams, Knightsbridge Street, Knightsbridge, London SW7 1HH www.bonhams.com Morphy Auctions, 2000 North Reading Road, Denver, PA 17517. Phone: 717-335-3435. www.morphyauctions.com François Theimer, 4 due des Cavaliers 89130 Toucy www.theimer.fr Withington Auction, 176 Atwood Road, Hillsborough, NH 03244. Phone 603-478-3232 www.withingtonauction.com
Linda Kellermann “Simply Irresistible” Satisfaction Guaranteed Member UFDC Exhibiting at the Marriott Marquis UFDC Salesroom in Atlanta Booth 100 Glen Allen, VA 23059 (804) 364-1328 lindak222@comcast.net
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TLC Puppenfestival Tour 2010 – Germany & Switzerland April 29-May 17, 2010
• Rothenburg • Nürnberg • The Romantic Road • Donauwörth • Oberammergau • Lake Konstanz • The Swiss Alps • Zurich • Basel • Coburg • Neustadt • Sonneberg • Thuringia
The tour begins and concludes in Frankfurt to allow you to select your best flight option from your home country. The itinerary is designed for modern and antique doll collectors traveling with a friend or on your own. We can arrange for roommates.
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Your fully escorted, all-inclusive TLC Tour includes: • Airport Welcome & Welcome Lunch • Travel by Executive Class Private Coach with complimentary refreshments on board • 17 nights accommodation in European Luxury Class Hotels with Breakfast Buffet & 3-Course Dinner daily • Annual International Puppenfestival in Neustadt/Sonneberg, Europe’s Largest Doll & Teddy Show • Käthe Kruse Studio Tour, Factory Shopping & Luncheon • Admission to 18+museums for Dolls, Toys, Miniatures, Teddy Bears & Christmas Ornaments • Visit to King Ludwig II’s Favorite Castle in Bavaria • Sasha Morgenthaler Museum • Visit to Heidi Ott Studio • Teddy Bear Making Class at Hermann Bear Company • Visit to the Zwergnase Doll Studios • Farewell Dinner with Heidi Plusczok • Limited Edition Dolls…and more
www.dolltour.com R. John Wright continued from page 12 Back at the hotel, guests were offered a complimentary movie screening with theatre seating and free snacks. Friday and Saturday were bursting with activities at the hotel ranging from special programs and seminars to workshops and ticketed meal events centered around the new Flower Fairies™ Collection and a delightful new RJW mouse series. All the meal events featured special favors, centerpieces, and door prizes. There was a competitive exhibit with awards and an exciting salesroom featuring top collectible and antique doll dealers which was open to the public on Saturday. The Convention’s final banquet featured a delightful program by UFDC member Laurie McGill on famed illustrator Kate Greenaway and the eagerly-awaited convention souvenir doll, a lovely lass named “Rebecca”, beautifully evoked the Greenaway imagery. Plans are already underway for next year’s convention which is expected to take place again in Albany in the spring. Attendees of this year’s event will be given the first opportunity to enroll followed by new registrants as limited space allows. Watch the Events Section of the R. John Wright Web site (www.rjohnwright.com) for further details as they become available.
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7 1/2” K * R 101 Marie, 5 piece jointed body, original fabulous painting, mohair wig, painted brown strap slippers $1300.00
22” C/M FG French Fashion, pierced ears, brown paperweight eyes, kid body w/ wired fingers, fabulous antique satin dress, black shoes w/ black stockings with B, original wig and lovely matching hat with ostrich plume $3400.00
28” O/M Parsiene A Steiner, fabulous blue eyes, peaches & cream bisque face, molded teeth, original stamped body, lovely dress of antique material, HH wig, pierced ears, baking flaw by right ear $3250.00
7 1/2” K * R 109 Elise, beautiful sculpting on the face, original mohair wig, cute size on 5 piece body, brown painted molded slippers, blue eyes $2495.00
8 3/4” Kestner 102 “Wrestler” all bisque, blue sleep eyes, original mohair wig, molded boots & white stockings, small chip top of right hip, chips at front rim of forehead & small 1/2” hairline $2695.00
15” Simon & Halbig K * R on flapper compo body, blue flirty eyes, original mohair wig, antique dress & undergarments, rubber hands $650.00
21” O/M Kestner J Made in Germany 13, brown sleep eyes, mohair wig, smooth bisque, dimple in chin $595.00
12” SFBJ 236 Laughing Jumeau Baby, o/c mouth, molded teeth, blue sleep eyes, HH wig, wonderful smiling expression $425.00 Steiff Ginny Pup with plaid coat and leash, original bow & button in ear $179.95
21” 1945 Alexander Bride all original in tagged dress, no veil, brown sleep eyes, blonde mohair wig in original set $395.00
11” JD Kestner a4 20g kid bodied dome head shoulder head, brown stationary eyes, o/c mouth, bisque lower arms, beautiful kid body with JDK label on front $495.00
24” Queen Louise Armand Marseille, brown sleep eyes, mohair wig, ball jointed compo body $295.00
18” JDK #257 Toddler with blue flirty eyes, brown mohair wig, cute antique smocked dress $575.00
13” Parian Simon & Halbig molded blouse with emerald stone embedded in blouse matching earrings in pierced ears, ears are exposed, braid on back of head with molded black bow, Parian hands and legs with glazed painted boots with molded tassel, 1 boot reglued broken at ankle, lovely garment of rose silk shantung, fabulous doll $1150.00
26” C/M Pouty Kestner K-14, big blue sleep eyes, gorgeous facial painting, compo Kestner body, cute sailor outfit, mohair wig $2650.00 14” Kestner Century Baby, blue sleep eyes, celluloid hands, molded hair $425.00
12” Heubach boy w/ intaglio eyes, o/m with molded 2 lower teeth, dimples and looking to the right, leather body, bisque hands $325.00 10” Heubach American School Boy, blue glass eyes, c/m, compo hands & legs, cute black velvet coat & pants $395.00
15 1/2” C/M Jumeau French Fashion, brown paperweight eyes, wired fingers, lovely antique lined silk striped dress, undergarments and antique leather boots with heels, pierced ears, adorable silk lace and aqua satin ribbon hat $3250.00
17” O/M Jumeau, blue paperweight eyes, molded teeth, heavy eyebrows, original chemise & pantalettes, leather Depose tan shoes, pierced ears, cork pate, early brown mohair wig and corduroy & lace dress $2450.00
20” Adorable K * R 126 Toddler with blue flirty eyes, o/m with two upper teeth, wonderful personality, vintage black shoes, white cotton dress $595.00
4” Schoenhut Felix the Cat, all wood jointed with chest Felix sticker $195.00 13” Shirley Temple original tagged dress, combination, shoes & stockings & pin, slight lifting by cheeks, clear eyes, slight crazing $550.00 Special $495.00 18” All Original Shirley Temple in rare dress with original wig set and shadowing above eyes, (under chin slight split in compo) fabulous doll, almost no crazing $975.00
11” French type French body, 2 hole Belton, blue paperweight eyes, stiff wrist, c/m, feathered eye brows, leather shoes #0 with silver buckles, blonde mohair wig, pierced ears, antique undergarments with Chantilly dress as is with lace insert and trim $1450.00
Honoring Richard Wright
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ike the invitation said – a day of memories, celebration, food and fun . . . in Richard’s unique style. On Sunday, May 24, two hundred and fifty people gathered at Griffith Hall in Glenmoore, PA to pay tribute to Richard Wright who passed away suddenly on March 1 of this year. Hosted by his life partner Glenn Stevens, Gracie Skiadas and Hy Mayerson, the event had its sad moments but for the most part, it was a day to remember the flamboyant personality that touched so many lives. Richard collected and kept friends easily from all walks of life. The crowd consisted not only of individuals in the doll and antiques’ world, but friends he had grown up with, done business with, associates at the Antiques Roadshow, and of course his loyal staff. Fabulous food and drink, a live gospel group, remembrances of Richard – it was a celebration befitting a man who, perhaps more than any other, brought public recognition to antique dolls. There were photos of Richard everywhere – at parties, on vacations – eminently photogenic and always living in the moment. Although we know his life on this planet was unexpectedly short, there can be no doubt that he lived it to the fullest.
Andy Ourant, Village Doll and Toy Shop (center) with Mimi Ingersoll and her son-in-law Matt.
Margaret Kincaid, Blackberrry Studio.
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Randy and Marion Maus-Greer, antique doll and toy dealers.
Catherine-Saunders-Watson, well known antiques publicist and Becky Ourant, Village Doll & Toy Shop.
Donna Kaonis, Antique DOLL Ann Seymour, soon Collector editor and Leslie Keno, to be UFDC First American antiques expert. Vice President.
Roy and Grace Olson, long time antique toy dealers and collectors.
Glenn Stevens, Richard’s life partner, Shelley Helzer and Rosalie Whyel of the Rosalie Whyel Museum of Doll Art.
Richard Wright
Bernice Millman and Carol Corson have shared numerous articles with our readers.
Julie Blewis, a frequent contributor to this magazine and Gemma Lee, long time staff member of Richard Wright Antiques.
Susan Grimshaw, dollhouse and miniature expert.
Doll collector Flore Hirsh and her husband Joe Orens.
Antique doll dealers, Rick Saxman and Roxanne LeMay Morison.
More than two hundred and fifty people attended the memorial.
Hy Mayerson was one of the co-hosts of the memorial.
Some of Richards’s eclectic choice in footwear.
Photos of Richard and friends. Not one to miss a party, the silver urn contained his ashes.
Responsible restorations of 17th & 18th century wooden dolls by David Chapman & Paul Robinson
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Volume 2, Number 8 November 1999 Rare French Bebes • An English Baby House • Sailor Dolls • Children & Toy Postcards • Winterthur Museum Childhood Exhibit Volume 4, Number 3 April 2001 Indestructible “Alabama Babies” • Dolls from Sonneberg • Shirley Temple Dolls • Black Folk Art Dolls • Japanese “Nippon” Volume 4, Number 4 May 2001 Kestner Confusion • Ornate Victorian Perambulators • Lenci Accessories • Miniature Dolls • K*R’s Naughty Child • Phyllis May and Her Dollies Volume 4, Number 5 June 2001 Dolls and Their Canine Pals • A Mysterious K.P.M. China • Vintage Wedding Cake Toppers • One-of-a-Kind Cloth Dolls • Bisque “Swingers” • Rubber Dolls Volume 4, Number 7 August 2001 Eloise • Bru Part 1 • Schoenau & Hoffmeister • Children’s Dishes • A Mary Hoyer Doll & Her Wardrobe • Early Celebrity Dolls Volume 4, Number 8 September 2001 Bru Part 2 • Dennison Paper Dolls • Buyer Beware • Uncommon Dolls • Golliwoggs • Gebruder Heubach Characters Volume 4, Number 9 October 2001 UFDC National Salesroom • All Original Myth or Fact? • Bru Dolls Part III • Chase Dolls • Dollhouses and Miniatures • Nippon Celluloid Characters • National Doll Festival Volume 4, Number 10 November 2001 Rare Lenci Dolls • UFDC Antique Exhibit • Doll Beds • Doll Found in Roman Tomb • Arranbee Debu ‘Teen • Annual Eastern NADDA Show • Uncommon Dolls Part II Volume 4, Number 12 January 2002 Patriotic Dolls • Gebruder Heubach • Munich Art Dolls • UFDC’s Modern Exhibit Part 1 • Sterling Boudoir Dolls Volume 5, Number 1 February 2002 Jumeau Exposition Dolls • Gebruder Heubach • America’s First Doll Designer • UFDC’s Modern Exhibit • Dolls & Their Wardrobes Volume 5, Number 2 March 2002 Musée National DeMonaco • German Characters • Vogue Dolls • Handwerk • A McLoughlin Dollhouse • Max & Moritz Volume 5, Number 3 April 2002 Bru Bebe Teteur • Fashion Dolls of the 1930s • Easter Parade • German Doll Making • Adorable All-Bisques • NADDA in Seattle Volume 5, Number 5 June 2002 Huret Dolls • Kister Porcelain Factory • Madame Alexander Portrait Dolls • Vintage Photos • Alabama Babies Volume 5, Number 6 July 2002 Early Chinas • French Bebes • Shelburne Museum • Transformation Paper Dolls • A.W. Kister Porcelain • Teddy Bears Volume 5, Number 7 August 2002 Rare A.M Characters • Paper Doll “Lady Flora” • Early Celebrity Dolls • Lenci • German Porcelain Dolls • NADDA’s Seattle Show Volume 5, Number 8 September 2002 Kathe Kruse Dolls • Googlies • UFDC Salesroom • Jumeau • Papier Mache Dolls Volume 5, Number 10 November 2002 An Early Papier-Mâché • UFDC Winners • Lenci’s Prosperity Baby • Cloth Dolls • Flapper Smoking Dolls • NADDA Volume 5, Number 11 December 2002 Show and Tell • Wax Dolls • Bye-Lo Babies • UFDC Modern Competition • Maurine Popp Collection • Early Lady Dolls Volume 5, Number 12 January 2003 A French Fashion’s Legacy • Understanding Chinas • One-of-a-Kind Cloth Dolls • Étrennes • Ideal Dolls • UFDC Volume 6, Number 1 February 2003 Bluette • Heubach • Kamkins • Josselin Doll Museum • Lenci • Kammer and Reinhardt • “Twinkie” Advertising Doll Volume 6, Number 2 March 2003 The Collection of Maurine Popp • Angels Attic Museum • Italy’s Burgarella Doll • The “Mother of All Composition Dolls” • Théâtre de la Mode Volume 6, Number 3 April 2003 Blue-Ribbon Winners • Moravian Dolls • NADDA • Rare Simon & Halbig Characters • Madame Alexander • Freundlich Novelties Volume 6, Number 4 May 2003 Googlies • Celluloid • Babyland Rags • Wax Dolls • Legendary Heubach Collection • Dolls & Their Trunks Volume 6, Number 5 June 2003 Special June Bride Issue • Show & Tell • Fairy Wedding • Bridal Gown Pattern • Olympia Baby House • Papa-Mama Dolls Volume 6, Number 7 August 2003 More Googlies! • German Chinas • Tribute to Mary Hoyer • An Important English Dolls’ House • Shopping Etiquette • Averill’s Cowboys & Indians Volume 6, Number 9 October 2003 Mignonnette and Her Wardrobe • UFDC Antique Exhibit • Abby Caddy Cloth Dolls • Composition Dolls • Little Known Museums • NADDA in Chicago • National Doll Festival • Uncut Pattern Dolls
Volume 6, Number 10 November 2003 A Tribute to John Noble • UFDC Antique Doll Exhibit • Googly –Eyed All Bisques • Bleuette • Anili Celluloid Dolls Volume 7, Number 4 May 2004 Auction: The Washington Dolls’ House & Toy Museum • Displaying Your Dolls • Polichinelle! • Celluloid Treasures • Famlee Dolls • Little Known Doll Museums Volume 7, Number 5 June 2004 Shelburne Doll Collection • China Dolls • Dollhouse Furniture • Drink & Wet Babies • Twin Dolls • R. John Wright Volume 7, Number 7 August 2004 Outfitting Your Doll for a Nature Walk • Kamkins in Summer • Jumeau • Conta & Boehme • Miniatures • Effanbee’s Anne Shirley Volume 7, Number 8 September 2004 French Bebes Model Their Original Costumes • UFDC Salesroom • Dorothy Heizer • 1860’s Doll Fashions • Horsman Dolls • Armand Marseille Volume 7, Number 10 November 2004 Toy and Miniature Museum of Kansas City • Paris Bebe • Mama Dolls • Blue Ribbon Winning Dolls • Making Your Collection Work for You Volume 7, Number 11 December 2004 Blue Ribbon Dolls • Kewpies! • Circle Dot Bru • American Dolls • Early Chinas • S.F.B.J. • Little Lenci Volume 7, Number 12 January 2005 French Fashion Dolls • German Character Dolls • Kathe Kruse • Boudoir Dolls Volume 8, Number 1 February 2005 Kamkins in Winter • Two Treasured Jumeaus • Patsy, Daisy, Ginny • Kuhnlenz Dolls • Horsman’s Baby Buttercup • Buying and Selling Online • Playskool Pullman Volume 8, Number 2 March 2005 Fern Villa • More on the Bodmer Collection and a Special Wooden Doll • American-Made Dolls • Jumeau’s Series Fantastique • Lenci Volume 8, Number 3 April 2005 Heubachs • Bucherer Dolls • Tynietoy • Boy Dolls of Porcelain • American-Made Dolls Volume 8, Number 4 May 2005 Lady Dolls of the Edwardian Era • Rose Percy and Her Remarkable Wardrobe • The Haunting H Bebe • Kestner • Dollhouses Volume 8, Number 5 June 2005 The Art of Andre Thuillier • Special Dolls for a Princess • Half-Dolls • National Antique Doll Dealers Association • China Dolls Volume 8, Number 6 July 2005 Bavarian Beauties • Early Chinas • In Memory of Mary Harris Francis • A Jumeau 203 and Her Wardrobe • Schoenhut Dolls • The Marilu Doll Volume 8, Number 7 August 2005 Tour England and France With Bluette • A Dress Pattern For Your Mignonnette • Mary Merritt Doll Museum • Dollhouse Jewels • American-Made Dolls • Dewees Cochran Dolls Volume 8, Number 8 September 2005 The Fashionable Poupée • UFDC Salesroom • Dollhouses at the Merritt Museum • French Automata • American-Made Dolls Volume 8, Number 10 November 2005 Dolls and Dollhouses at Auction • UFDC Blue Ribbon Winners • Antique Wedding Dolls and Memorabilia • The First Articulated Bebe • Tiny Treasures • KPM • Skookum Volume 8, Number 11 December 2005 Lucy Morgan Collection at Auction • Mignonnettes Bake a Kings Cake! • UFDC Blue Ribbon Winners • Images of the Virgin • American-Made Dolls • Shoe Whimsies Volume 8, Number 12 January 2006 Creating A Wardrobe for Empress Eugenie • Character Dolls • Jumeau Triste • Doll Fashions Around the World • Dancing Dolls • Small Boudoir Dolls • Comic Character Dolls Volume 9, Number 1 February 2006 Dolls and Valentines • Ethel Newcome Her History and Wardrobe • Exciting Auction Reports! • UFDC Special Exhibit: The Philadelphia Story • Little Known Museums of Europe Volume 9, Number 2 Mar. 06 The Story of “Miss Mary” • Bleuette • Early Horsman Dolls • Chad Valley “Royals” • Different Dolls of the Same Kind • Celluloid Dolls Volume 9, Number 3 April 2006 The Legacy of Lily • Early SFBJ Character Babies • Ormolu Miniatures • In Search of Early Doll Collections • Door of Hope • American-Made Dolls • UFDC Special Exhibits Volume 9, Number 4 May 2006 Theriault’s To Sell Lego Foundation Museum • English Dollhouses • The Encyclopedia of French Dolls • American-Made Dolls • French and German Bisque Dolls • Rollinson Dolls • An Early Wax Doll Volume 9, Number 5 June 2006 Kestner’s 208 Character • Bru Dolls• A Tale of Two Dolls • Raleigh Composition Dolls • Ackley Cloth Dolls • Miniature Silver Volume 9, Number 6 July 2006 A Queen Anne Wooden • Simon & Halbig Parian Dolls • Mignonnettes Celebrate Bastille Day • Dolls in America • Lucy’s Doll House Volume 9, Number 7 August 2006 Pocket Dolls • SFBJ Character Babies • Bisque Bathing Beauties • Effanbee’s Skippy • Grecon Miniature Dolls • Heinrich Handwerck Volume 9, Number 8 September 2006 Mary Merritt Museum Auction • The Collection of Gail Cook • UFDC Salesroom • Lenci Miniatures • Advertising Dolls • Porcelain Treasures Volume 9, Number 9 October 2006 Kintzbach Hands • Dolls with Molded Hats • UFDC Winners • A Tudor Dollhouse • Averill’s Wonder Dolls • National Doll Festival • Auction Previews! Volume 9, Number 10 November 2006 “Maggie Bessie” Dolls • Jumeau • American-Made Dolls • Faux Bamboo Miniatures • Blue Ribbon Winners! Volume 9, Number 11 December 2006 Vienna Doll Museum at Auction • Dollies’ Holiday • The Christmas Doll • UFDC Ribbon Winners • Tynietoy • Madonna and Child Volume 10, Number 1 February 2007 La Venus Cloth Dolls • Dolls in Ethnic Dress • Chinas • Costuming • UFDC Exhibits • American-Made Dolls Volume 10, Number 2 March 2007 Mary Merritt Doll Museum Preview • Lancaster Rag Dolls • Patsykins • Le Musée de la Poupeé • Alabama Babies • Au Nain Bleu • Metal Heads • Miniature China
Volume 10, Number 3 April 2007 An Early French Papier Mache • Pet Animals by Hertwig • Doll Accessories • SFBJ Cloth Dolls • La Nicette • Flossie Flirt Volume 10, Number 4 May 2007 Door of Hope • Royal Court Dolls • Theriault’s: Madame Petyt Collection • Merritt Museum Auction • Topsy Turvy Dolls • Cissy Volume 10, Number 5 June 2007 Kathe Kruse • French and German Bisque Dolls • German Chinas and Parians • Black Lenci Dolls • Effanbee’s Little Lady Volume 10, Number 6 July 2007 Maison Simonne • A Pattern for the Well-Dressed Poupée • French Cloth Dolls • Wax Dolls • A New Museum Opens in Belgium • Auction News Volume 10, Number 7 August 2007 Japanese Dolls of Beautiful Women • Lenci Miniatures • Bleuette • Doll Accessories • Early American Composition Dolls • NADDA in Chicago Volume 10, Number 8 September 2007 A Rare Rohmer Fashion Doll • UFDC National Salesroom • A Queen’s Fairytale Dolls • German Chinas and Parians • Metal Head Dolls Volume 10, Number 9 October 2007 Musée de la Poupée Special Exhibit: The Trousseau of Violette D’Epigny • Pattern for Violette’s “Tunique” • Blue Ribbon Winning Dolls • Louis Amberg & Son • Schoenhut Safari Volume 10, Number 10 November 2007 German Character Dolls • Sewing in the Dolls’ House • Milwaukee WPA Dolls • Male Fashions • National Doll Festival Volume 10, Number 11 December 2007 Theriault’s Auction Weekend • Premiere Bleuette • Candy Containers • UFDC Winners • Boudoir Dolls • Mint & Boxed Volume 10, Number 12 January 2008 French Fashions • Museum Romantic • French Cloth Dolls • Blue Ribbon Winners • French Penny Toy Furniture • The Good Fairy Volume 11, Number 1 February 2008 Delaware Toy and Miniature Museum • Footwear on Parade • The Patchwork Girl of OZ • Grace Storey Putnam • Advertising Dolls • Palmer Cox Brownies • Trousseaux for Dolls Volume 11, Number 2 March 2008 Paper Dolls in La Poupée Modèle • Wenham Museum • Unsigned Poupées and Bébés • A Spring Doll Tour • Miniature Furniture Volume 11, Number 3 April 2008 Morphy’s Dolls and Miniatures Auction • A Collector’s Profile • Tynietoy • Horsman • Shopping in France • A Present from the Past Volume 11, Number 4 May 2008 Armand Marseille’s Overlooked Rare Characters • Lenci-Anili • Kamkins • Violette’s Chemisette • Henri Delcroix • Ottenberg Dolls Volume 11, Number 5 June 2008 From the Doll Cabinet – A Rare China Fashion • Ningyô Dolls • Continental Crib Figures • Paper Dolls • Borgfeldt’s Composition Dolls • NADDA Volume 11, Number 6 July 2008 Schmitt et Fils • Pre-Door of Hope • German Character Dolls • Billiken • French Cloth Dolls • Splashme Volume 11, Number 7 August 2008 French Fashions • French Lilliputians & German Miniature Dolls • German Characters • China Dolls from Scandinavia • Where is Rosabelle? Volume 11, Number 8 September 2008 Selfridge Collection to be auctioned by Theriault’s • UFDC Salesroom • Dolly and Her Dressmaker • A Gift from Russia’s Czar Volume 11, Number 9 October 2008 Morphy’s Doll Auction • UFDC Antique Blue Ribbon Winners • Heubach • American-Made Dolls • Kentucky Poppets • National Doll Festival Volume 11, Number 10 November 2008 White House Doll & Toy Museum at Auction • Soft Metal Dollhouse Furniture • Blue Ribbon Winners • Hats For Your Poupée – a Special Pattern • Miniature China Dolls Volume 11, Number 11 December 2008 Theriault’s Three-Day Auction • AllBisques • Faith-Based Dolls • Peterkin • Christmas Dolls • More UFDC Winners! Volume 11, Number 12 January 2009 Ella – A Royal Gift • Dollhouse Miniatures • Heubach Molded Hairstyles • Gaithersburg • UFDC Modern Exhibit • Etta Boudoir Dolls • Affordable Chinas Volume 12, Number 1 February 2009 Early French Papier-Mâché Dolls • Discovering a Pit Brow Lass • Spain’s Cloth Doll Boom • Queen Rosabelle • UFDC Winners • A Special Pre-Greiner • Half Dolls Volume 12, Number 2 March 2009 Schoenhut Dolls • Tracing a Steiner’s Past • Doll Finds Under $500! • Gaultier • PA Dutch Dolls • Responsible Restoration • UFDC Volume 12, Number 3 April 2009 Gaultier • Lancaster Rags • Pinocchio & Friends • Miniature Parian Dolls • Lenci Volume 12, Number 4 May 2009 Simon and Halbig’s 1300 Series • Identifying French Dolls • Kley & Hahn Dolls • Collector Close-up • South American Super Hero • Early Steiff Animals Volume 12, Number 5 June 2009 Trousseau Doll at De Kleine Wereld Museum • Bébés Marked “DEP” • Black Dolls • Heubach Bisque Nudes • Character Dolls • NADDA’s April Show Volume 12, Number 6 July 2009 Bru Bébé Modèle • Collector Close-up • Sailor Dolls • Tynietoy • Sonneberg-Type Papier-Mâché Dolls
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July 2009
11-15 Atlanta, GA. National Doll Festival. Holiday Inn Select Hotel. 831-438-5349. NatlDoll@aol.com 12 Atlanta, GA. Two Doll Auctions. Westin Peachtree Plaza. Theriault’s. 800-638-0422. 12-17 Atlanta, GA. United Federation of Doll Clubs’ 60th National Convention. Atlanta Marriott Marquis Hotel. Ann Seymour. 301-725-5041. 19 Mounds View, MN. Doll Show. Mermaid Event Center. C Promotions Plus. car4ann@msn.com 25 Columbus, OH. Antique & Vintage Doll Auction. McMasters Harris Auction Co. 800-842-3526. mcmastersharris.com 25 Marlborough, MA. Dolls & Toys at Auction. Skinner Auctioneers. 508-970-3000. www.skinnerinc.com 25 New York, NY. Black Doll & Craft Show. The Riverside Church. Sharon Alexander, Done Up! Show Group. 212-594-2455. www.blackdollshows.com 26 Ewing, NJ. Doll Show & Sale. West Trenton Volunteer Fire Co. No. 1. Delaware Valley Doll Club of NJ. 609-259-3428. 609-371-1902.
August 2009
1-2 Archbold, OH. Doll & Teddy Bear Show & Sale. Founder’s Hall. Sauder Village. 800-590-9755. 1 Vallejo, CA. Doll Sale. Vallejo Fairgrounds. Nancy Jo’s. 925-229-4190. 2 San Diego, CA. Doll & Teddy Bear Show. Sheraton Mission Valley. Crossroads. Dorothy Drake. 775-348-7713. 6 Hatfield, PA. Doll Auction. Sanford Alderfer Auction & Appraisal. 215-393-3023. AlderferAuction.com 9 Laconia, NH. Doll & Miniature & Teddy Bear Show & Sale. Leavitt Park Community Center. Lakes Region Doll Club. 603-524-0129. 13 Denver, PA. Doll Auction. Morphy Auctions. 717-335-3435. www.moprhyauctions.com
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15-16 Belgium, Hallen/Belfort, Markt 7, 8000 Brugge. Doll & Teddy Bear Show. www.niesjewolters.nl 15 East Peoria, IL. Doll & Teddy Bear & Toy Show & Sale. E.Peoria Event Center. Julie Bronski. 312-919-7135. 15 Huntsville, AL. Doll Show & Sale. Historic Huntsville Depot Roundhouse. Twickenham Doll Club. 256-881-4809. Katherine.reflections@juno.com 20 Nashua, NH. Doll Auction. Holiday Inn. Withington Auction, Inc. 603-478-3232. www.withingtonauction.com 22 San Antonio, TX. Doll Show & Sale. Live Oak Civic Center. Dorothy Meredith. 830-708-8054. www.dolldr.com 23 Bellevue, WA. Antique Doll & Toy Market. Red Lion Bellevue Inn. Teresa Lehmbeck. 425-413-9516. rivertoncottage@hotmail.com 23 Strongsville, OH. Doll & Bear Show. Holiday Inn. Gail Lemmon. 440-396-5386. 30 Mankato, MN. Doll Show. Best Western Inn. Lady Slipper Doll Club. 507-334-0431.
September 2009
5 Earleville, MD. Doll Auction. Sweetbriar. 410-275-2094. SweetbriarAuctions.com 5 Portland, OR. Doll & Teddy Bear Show. National Guard Armory. Crossroads. Dorothy Drake. 775-348-7713. 9 Greenwood Village, CO. Doll Show. Doubletree Hotel Denver Tech. Judi Hamilton. 303-922-0281. judifallshow@gmail.com 12 Alexander, NY. Doll Show & Sale. Alexander Firemen’s Recreation Hall. Sue Spink. 585-591-2841. 12 Roseville, CA. Doll & Teddy Bear Show. Placer County Fairgrounds. Crossroads. Dorothy Drake. 775-348-7713. 12 San Diego, CA. Doll Show & Sale. Al Bahr Temple. Delightful Dolls of So. CA. Pam Zwillinger. 619-236-8036. 12 Waldorf, MD. Doll Show. Thomas Stone High School. Southern Maryland Doll Club. 301-868-6410. 13 Maquoketa, IA. Doll Show. Jackson County Fairgrounds. Dora Pitts. 563-242-0139. 13 Milwaukee, WI. Doll & Bear Show. Serb Hall. Orphans in the Attic. 920-563-0046. 13 Nashua, NH. Doll Show & Sale. Holiday Inn Nashua. Nellie Perkins Doll & Miniature Society & Granite State Doll Club. nlmay@surfbest.net continued on page 67
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13 Valparaiso, IN. Doll & Bear & Miniature Show. Porter County Expo Center.Valparaiso Dolls & Friends. 219-923-3803. valpodolls@yahoo.com 19 Clovis, CA. Doll Show. Clovis Memorial Building. San Joaquin Valley. Carla. 559-298-3621. 19-20 Gaithersburg, MD. Doll Show. Gaithersburg Fairgrounds. Bellman Events. 443-617-3590. 19 Lawrenceville, PA. Doll & Bear & Miniature Show. Lawrenceville Fire Department. Laurel Doll Club of PA. 570-537-2253. 19 Pleasanton, CA. Doll & Teddy Bear Show. Alameda County Fairgrounds. Larry Herman. 925-947-1572. HermanShow@aol.com 20 Erlanger, KY. Doll Show. Receptions South Inc. Triple Crown. 513-451-7844. dolldoc1963@yahoo.com 20 Houston, TX. Doll Show. Marriott Hotel Hobby Airport. First Houston Doll Club. 409-945-2796. carolyndol@aol.com 24 Nashua, NH. Doll Auction. Holiday Inn. Withington Auction, Inc. 603-478-3232. www.withingtonauction.com 25-26 Millbrae, CA. Doll Festival. Clarion Hotel. Faith Lowman. 831-438-5349. 26 Billings, MT. Doll Sale. Legacy Doll Museum. Dale Bochy. 406-256-5447. 406-252-0041. dbochy@msn.com 26 Joplin, MO. Doll Show. LaQuinta Inn. Heartland Doll Club. Betty Wirick. 417-781-7956. 27 London, England. Dolls & Bears & Miniatures Fair. Dulwich College. Klaregerwat-clark@tinyworld.co.uk 27 Willowbrook, IL. Doll Show. Ashton Place Banquet Center. Julie Bronski. 312-919-7135. www.illinoisdollshows.com
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Twickenham Doll Club 33rd Anniversary Doll Show and Sale
August 15th 2009 10am - 4pm
Historic Huntsville Depot Roundhouse in Huntsville, AL www.huntsvillealdollclub.com Show Chair: Barbara Jennings Additional Information: Katherine Levine, katherine.reflections@juno.com 256-881-4809 (after noon) • Toys • Miniatures • Doll Molds • Supplies •
Nancy Jo’s Doll SaleS
vallejo, CA
Vallejo Fairgrounds
AUGUST 1, 2009 Saturday 9 am
Always Buying and Selling Great Schoenhut Toys. Call for an ever-changing inventory. Top prices paid. Phone 631-351-0982 (eastern time) Keith Kaonis, P.O. Box 239, Northport, NY 11721-0344
For information send SASE (2 stamps) to: Nancy Jo Schreeder, 305 Robinson St., Martinez, CA 94553 Phone 925-229-4190 Fax 925-229-5369
Website: www.nancyjodollsales.com
Doll Related Items • Furniture • Clothes • Bears
Sara Bernstein’s Dolls 10 Sami Court, Englishtown, NJ 07726 Phone 732-536-4101 Email: santiqbebe@aol.com www.sarabernsteindolls.com www.rubylane.com/shops/sarabernsteindolls
The Doll Works Judith Armitstead (781) 334-5577 P.O. Box 195, Lynnfield, MA 01940
Please visit our website for a fine selection of antique dolls, dollhouse dolls, dollhouse miniatures, teddy bears, all bisque dolls, bathing beauties, kewpies, dresser boxes, snow babies, half dolls, and doll accessories at www.thedollworks.net Early Pewter Nuremberg Iron Maiden
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Sherman’s Antiques & Doll Hospital
2750 Lake Alfred Road (Hwy 17N) Winter Haven, FL 33881 We specialize in antique and collectable toys and dolls and also deal in all types of antiques. Our doll doctor has over 20 years experience with all doll services performed on site. We make as well as restore teddy bears too. Our doll doctor can make wigs, clothes or any service your doll may need. We are located in central Florida and opened year around seven days a week. Monday thru Saturday 10 am – 5 pm and Sunday 12 pm – 5 pm. Call 863-298-4333 or 863-221-4035. Email: Jerry@Shermansantiques.net Website: www.shermansantiques.net Member of UFDC
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Sondra Krueger Antiques
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 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
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Cindy Lou and Sandra Sue dressed in original sister costumes, $450 pr
Visit our website today! A quality group shop specializing in dolls, toys and holidays. Laura Turner, proprietor 1909 Old Taneytown Road, Westminster, MD 21158. 410-848-0664 410-875-2850
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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.
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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ANTIQUE dolls and collectibles, LSADSE for color fully illustrated list. 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 Please visit my website: www.ReginaSteele.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 ANTIQUE DOLLS – French and German Bisque, All Bisque, Chinas, Limited Ed. Doll Plates. SASE. Ann Lloyd, 5632 S. Deer Run Road, Doylestown, PA 18902. 215-794-8164. Email: alloyd@nni.com RubyLane.com/shops/anntiquedolls Member NADDA, UFDC Antique Doll Repair and Restoration full service repair of dolls including bisque, composition, hard plastic and vinyl dolls. We specialize in antique and vintage doll clothing and related accessories. Call Rhoda’s Doll Emporium 618-387-1255. Email rhodawade99@gmail.com
Valerie Fogel
Liberal lay-away policy. Three day return privilege -ALWAYS BUYING-
North Bend, WA. 98045 Tel: 425.765.4010 Fax: 425.292.0185 (call 1st) Valerie@beautifulbebes.com Member UFDC
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Beautifulbebes.com This stunning Jumeau poupee has readied for her stroll and her wee dog anxiously awaits! Madame is garbed in a superb shell-pink silk walking suit, complete with hat and matching pink leather slippers. Her original golden wig is softly curled over cork pate set in pristine pale bisque, framing a face borrowed from an angel. Perfect shoulder plate set on classic, sturdy French kid body, generously covered in layers of antique petticoats, pantalettes and chemise. A 17" fashion of sublime beauty. $5200
Unsurpassed beauty envelopes this early Emile Jumeau Bebe. A regal size 13, she stands majestically at 29 inches. Flawless bisque glows from rosey bloom to palest pearl, decorated with subtle shadings of mauve and deep toned layered brows with generous sweeps of lash rimming huge blue PW eyes and lovely applied pierced ears. A bebe to cherish… a lifetime doll. Dressed in her original silk velvet azure dress with ruched velvet bonnet, Bee mark Jumeau shoes, original socks and (not shown) original hand weft mohair wig, Mademoiselle is blessed with her blue Jumeau stamped original patina, straight wrist body and will be cheerfully accompanied by her paper litho wood blocks, pajama dog, extra French human hair wig (shown) and Marotte. Come see her in all her regal beauty and all the other Beautiful Bebes Antique Dolls in Atlanta July 11-15th 2009 at the National Doll Festival held in conjunction to the annual UFDC Convention!
The secret of this little AM400 character is her unusual and charming look. A harder to find mold, this charming child is dressed in a lightweight crimson silk school dress with generous ecru lace trims at bodice and sleeve. Her antique hat seems a match made in heaven with lace over woven straw and velvet ruffle edging. Her orig. mohair wig is full and curly, set over her cardboard pate. She resides on a flapper style body with original patina and minor wear in the usual places. Her bisque is rosy with exemplary modeling and she has the sweetest dark blue sleep eyes. This 20" character doll is the perfect accent for a well rounded collection! $2800.00
I am looking forward to meeting you in Atlanta July 11-15 at the National Doll Festival at the Holiday Inn Select. Look for us in the Peachtree Ballroom! We will be offering a wide range of dolls, accessories and pricings; something for everyone!
Prepare to guard your heart… this tenderly modeled child may wander inside and never leave. Once again, the mastery of the Simon Halbig firm takes center stage… pristine oily bisque, deeply modeled features, surprisingly blue sleep eyes, orig nutmeg colored mohair wig, cardboard pate, orig. patina on composition body, straight wrists, The silk taffeta sugar pink dress is a magical conjure of ecru lace, rosebuds and pleating with matching bonnet. Button up cranberry leather boots and delicate crocheted stockings complete the picture of this harder to find example. $2850
All merchandise offered for sale must be tagged and priced in US dollars. A sales receipt imprinted with the name, address and telephone number of the dealer must accompany all sales. All merchandise must have a clear description including identifying marks, originality, condition and identifying any flaws, chips, hairlines, other damages or restoration. To protect both buyer and seller, a brief but complete note of defects or any restoration must be made on the sales receipt. NADDA has an Ethics Committee to assist in mediation should a dispute arise between a customer and a NADDA member. The Ethics Committee may be contacted after all efforts have been made to resolve the issue.
Membership in NADDA
Doll dealers interested in joining NADDA must satisfy the following criteria: They must have been doing shows for a minimum of five years selling antique and vintage dolls. They must have the sponsorship of one current NADDA member in good standing. They must have two additional references who may be doll dealers or customers. They must not be the proprietor of a competitive business. They must understand and agree to abide by the NADDA Code of Ethics They must be willing to sign up for a minimum of one NADDA show per 2 years They must be known to a minimum of 10% of the current NADDA membership They must submit a signed copy of the Code of Ethics and a NADDA Application for Membership by October 15th to: Geri Gentile, 4271 Ellis Rd, Clarkston, MI 48348 USA Email: gerigentile@comcast.net
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The National Antique Doll Dealers Association was founded in 1986. The primary purpose of the association is to present doll shows and sales in venues that are conducive to learning about antique and vintage dolls and buying dolls with confidence. The principal objective of the association is to ensure that collectors can find doll dealers of integrity. In the anonymous world of mail order and Internet buying, it is reassuring to know that there are dealers who apply a code of ethics to the business of selling dolls. Currently NADDA is represented in the USA, Canada, Europe and the UK. Through educational exhibits and seminars, NADDA members share their knowledge to advance the study of dolls, their historical significance, their safe conservation and their proper restoration. NADDA Shows have been held across the Untied States over the last two decades. Future plans include shows in the US and in Canada. Each NADDA show is an educational opportunity for collectors and their families. By bringing together approximately 35 dealers with vintage and antique dolls, plus a special exhibit for study, NADDA creates the best doll museum in the world for one weekend. The typical venue is a suites hotel were the dealers can create a doll shop in each suite. For a doll collector, stepping off the elevator onto a mezzanine with 35 doll shops is magical. The suites venue offer the collector and the dealer a better opportunity to visit, sit down together and relax, talk dolls and even share refreshments. No longer are NADDA Shows strictly the realm of the bisque and china doll. With the turn of the century, the best of American composition and hard plastic dolls have joined the show. Pre-1960 dolls from Bru to Barbie® are displayed with pride and care. NADDA dealers are the people with the greatest exposure to the greatest number of dolls. Their personal doll networks extend around the world. If you are seeking one special doll, a pair of shoes, a dress or a piece of lace, your best chance of finding it is at a NADDA show. Your can find NADDA dealers at local shows in the US, Canada, Europe and the UK. They attend all UFDC events and the surrounding shows. Additionally, you can find them on their web sites and in the pages of Antique Doll Collector. Look for dealers who display the NADDA logo to buy with confidence.
NATIONAL ANTIQUE DOLL DEALERS MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY
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NADDA Code of Ethics
Jackie Allington Tel/Fax 242.373.5333 (FL) nickandjackie@coralwave.com Virginia Aris Valentine’s Antiques & Collectibles Tel 609.737.2858 (NJ) Email: virginiaaris@aol.com Connie Bailey - My Favorite Things Tel 910.738.5121 (NC) Email: cbbailey@nc.rr.com Yvonne Baird Tel 360.438.0067 (WA) Email: baird2@comcast.net Chip Barkel – Chip Barkel Antiques Tel 416.463.6369 (ON) Email Chip@ChipBarkelAntiques.com www.chipbarkelantiques.com Margaret Benike - Busy B’s Dolls Tel 507.753.2267 (MN) Email: BusyBsAntiques@aol.com Connie Blain - Constance Blain Antiques Tel 843.682.3688 (SC) Email: cblain1936@cs.com Michael Canadas & David Robinson Carmel Doll Shop Tel 831.625.5360 (CA) Email: mnd@redshift.com www.carmeldollshop.com Barbara Cimino Tel 626.339.9912 (CA) Email:Jb.cimino@verizon.net Elizabeth Ann Coleman The Coleman Connection Email: colemanconn@msn.com
Joan Farrell & Lynette Gross Joan Farrell & Lynette Gross Antique Dolls Tel 317.844.6459 (PT) Email: joanlynettedolls@sbcglobal.net rubylane.com/shops/joanlynetteantiquedolls Jim Fernando Tel 707.748.7766 (PT) Email: fernandorice@sbcglobal.net Teri Foley – Teri’s Antique Dolls Tel 775.424.2555 (CT) Email: RRRR6@aol.com www.terisantquedolls.com Jan & Howard Foulke Tel 717.396.0324 (ET) Email: janfoulke@aol.com Website: www.janfoulke.com Deborah Fratino Deborah Fratino Antiquities Tel 203.227.2380 (ET) Email: debfratino@aol.com Geri Gentile & Traci Gentile Geri Gentile Antique Dolls & Toys Tel 248.625.7797 (ET) Email: gerigentile@comcast.net www.gerigentile-antiquedolls.com Gigi Williams Giannone & Sherry Baloun Gigi’s Dolls & Sherry’s Teddy Bears Tel 773.594.1540 (CT) Website: www.gigisdolls.com Email: gigisdolls@aol.com Patricia Gosh Antique Doll Shop of New Harmony & Tea Room Tel 812.319.5300 (IN) Email: patgosh@aol.com
Floyd Jones Tel 773.490.9660 (IL) Email:flodyjones@sbcglobal.net Sue Kallen Tel 619.397.5882 (CA) Suelkallen@Yahoo.com Jackie Kaner Jackie’s Dolls of the Valley Tel 702.432.9393 (NV) Email: jackiesdolls@msn.com Joyce Kekatos Lanza Grandma’s Attic Tel 718.863.0373 (NY) www.grandmasatticdolls.com Email: joycedolls@aol.com Margaret Gray Kincaid Blackberry Studio Tel. 410.323.0373 (MD) Email: Margaret.kincaid@gmail.com Sandra Kline - Forever Young Tel 818.368.4648 (CA) Email: sandyklime@social.rr.com Sharon & Ed Kolibaba Tel 623.266.2926 Cell 206.295.8585 (AZ) Website: www.Honeyandshars.com Email: Sharon@honeyandshars.com Sondra & Ken Krueger Tel/Fax 530.893.5135 (CA) Website: www.sondrakrueger.com Email: sondkr@sondrakrueger.com Teresa Lehmbeck & Leone McMullen Riverton Cottage Antiques Tel 425.413.9516 or 206.723.0530 (WA) Email: the2sisters@comcast.net
Diane Costa - The Toy Depot Tel 508.759.9426 (MA) Email: toydepot@comcast.net
Debra Gulea - Debra’s Dolls Tel 856.478.9778 (NJ) Website www.debrasdolls.com Email: debra@debrasdolls.com
Gert Leonard - E & G Antiques Tel 909.599.2723 (CA) Email: gertleonard@yahoo.com Website: www.eandgantiques.com
Barbara DeFeo Tel/Fax 619.482.8575 (CA) Email: janara@pacbell.net
John E & MaryAnn K Hall Hallstead Dolls - Hallstead Manor Tel 610.337.1760 (PA)
Karen D’Onofrio - A Century of Dolls Tel 631.981.0727 (NY) www.centuryofdolls.com Email: donofrio4@aol.com
Moira Hatton Hatton’s Gallery of Dolls Tel 860.684.4156 (CT) Email: hattonsgallery@cox.net Website: www.hattonsgallery.com
Ann Lloyd Antique Dolls Tel 215.794.8164 (PA) Email:alloyd@nni.com www.rubylane.com/shops/anntiquedolls
Gloria Duddlesten A Touch of Class Antique Dolls Tel/Fax 903.792.3747 (TX) www.gloriasantiquedolls.com Email: dollstx@cableone.net Pamela Farr - Le Cheval de Bois Tel/Fax 607.562.3101 (IN) Email: pamfarr666@hotmail.com
Diane Hoffman Turn of the Century Antiques Tel 303.722.8700 or 303.765.1442 (CO) Website: www.rare-dolls.com Email: toc@rare-dolls.com Kay Jensen-Swagerty Kay Jensen Antique Dolls Tel 209.267.5639 (CA) Email: klj@goldrush.com
Connie & Jay Lowe Tel 717.396.9879 (PA) Email: big.birds@comcast.net Jean Lusby’s Antique Dolls Tel 410.822.8322 (MD) Marshall Martin & Lynn Murray Antique Dolls & Doll Tours Tel 916.989.9008 (CA) 905.893.1295 (CAN) Email: marshallmartin@earthlink.net Email: tlctours@aol.com www.dolltour.com
Fritzi Bartelmay-Martinez Fritzi’s Antique Dolls Tel 630.553.7757 (IL) Email: fritzisantiquedolls@comcast.net Matrix Quality Antique Dolls Tel 212.787.7279 (NY)
Polichinelle Email: cruas@earthlink.net
Marian Maus-Greer Tel 410.531.5491 Cell 443.838.8565 (MD) Email: mausantiques@aol.com
Karen Rockwell Tel 562.438.6944 (CA) Email: K52644@aol.com
Dorothy McGonagle - Jerothy’s Dolls Tel 978.443.3527(MA) Email:dorothymcgonagle@comcast.net
Glen C Rollins Tel 801.374.1832 (MT)
Nora McNeil Nora’s Antique Dolls & Collectibles Tel 732.341.2611 (NJ) Email nmcneil46@comcast.net www.noramcneil.com Roxanne LeMay Morison Victorian Lady (PA) Tel 215.836.2466 Email: ford1964@erols.com Tony Munne - El Nen Antiques Tel Spain 01134.619.563.943 Tel US 281.910.1673 www.elnenantiques.com Email: elnen@eibcn.net Janice Naibert Janice Naibert Costuming Supplies Tel 301.774.9252 (MD) Email: janicenaibert@comcast.net Sheila June Needle Tel 760.631.3768 (CA) Email: dollwitch@cox.net Darline Nelson The Fashion Doll Tel 408-259-8287 (CA) Email: ourhillhouse@comcast.net Anne-Lise & Mori Nohrudi Tennessee Antique Dolls Tel 423.323.7044 (TN) www.tennesseeantiquedolls.com Email: alnohrudi@charter.net Vicki Orenstein Vicki’s Pastime Playthings Tel 410.349.8676 (MD) Email: vorenstein@verizon.net Annette Palm Annette’s Antique Dolls Tel/Fax 360.714.9616 (WA) Email:palm1dolls@aol.com Alan Pate Alan Scott Pate Antique Japanese Dolls Tel 406.745.7400 (MT) Email: info@antiquejapanesedolls.com www.antiquejapanesedolls.com
Ann Pruett-Phillips Tel 323.660.2191 Cell 323.200.4404 (CA) Email: ann@annpruett-phillips.com
Richard Saxman Richard Saxman Antiques Tel 610.415.9344 (PA) Email: ricksax@earthlink.net www.richardsaxmanantiques.com Tore Scelso Tel 518.584.7677 (NY) Email: ohbaby3873@aol.com Pam Seifert Pam Seifert’s Antique Dolls Tel 626.282.5257 (CA) Email: pjs91108@yahoo.com Mary & Skip Simonton Mary’s Antique Dolls & Accessories Tel 626.333.7197 Cell 626.688.5764 (CA) Email: asimo52537@aol.com Donna Kirsch Smith Donna Kirsch Smith Antiques Tel 260.726.8058 (IN) Email: dkirschsmith@yahoo.com Nancy A Smith Tel 508.545.1424 (MA) Email: nasdoll@comcast.net Mary Ann Spinelli Cell 503.577.9815/503.460.7954 (CA) Website: www.maspinelli.com Email: maspinelli@verizon.net Regina A Steele Tel 302.475.5374 (DE) Website: www.reginasteele.com Email: Rsteele855@aol.com Betty Stepnowski Betty Stepnowski Antique Dolls Tel 330.764.9760 (OH) Email: dyannaprintz@zoominternet.net Marlis Tabizel Tel 01144 208 8660800 (UK) Email: mtabizel@aol.com Countess Maree Tarnowska Tel 803.643.1021 (SC) Email: epicdolls@aol.com Peggye Cole Tombro Tel 732.809.1582 (NJ) Email: pegtombro@optonline.net
Janet Weber My Precious Rose Tel. 718.336.5313 (NY) Email: myprecrose@aol.com Rosalie Whyel Shelley Helzer Rosalie Whyel Museum of Doll Art Tel 425.455.1116 (WA) www.dollart.com Email: dollart@dollart.com Elliott Zirlin The Hobby Horse Tel 214.340.0337 (TX) Email:elliotz@earthlink.net SENIOR MEMBERS Mary Goolsby Jones Dolls of Distinction Tel 601.924.3256 (MS) Email: momsatticfinds@bellsouth.net Christine Lorman Tel 702.363.0494 (NV) Evelyn Phillips Evelyn Phillips Antique Dolls Tel. 914.939.4455 (NY) Email: poupees57@aol.com www.evelynphillipsantiquedolls.com LIFETIME MEMBERS Joan & Larry Kindler Kindler Antiques Tel 718.767.2260 (NY) Email: kindlerant@aol.com Helen Lee Email: HelenL723@aol.com Billie Nelson Tyrrell Tel 818.763.5937 (CA) Ruth Covington West Tel 816.452.2413 (MO) ADVISORY COUNCIL Carol Corson Email: ccorsoncac@aol.com Keith & Donna Kaonis Antique Doll Collector Tel 631.629.4400 (NY) Email:antiquedoll@gmail.com www.antiquedollcollector.com FOR NADDA INFO CONTACT: Janice Naibert Tel/Fax 301.774.9252 (MD) Email: janicenaibert@comcast.net FOR MEMBERSHIP INFO CONTACT: Geri Gentile Tel 248.625.7797 (MI) Email: gerigentile@comcast.net
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