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Antique DOLL Collector October 2014 Vol. 17, No. 9

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An adorable 15” JDK 178 character child on a jointed German wood & composition body. Unfortunately she has a professional repair to the left side of her face, well done and not obvious until the head is lit. Priced accordingly $850 A fabulous 20” Tete Jumeau marked on rear of head “Tete Jumeau #9” and her jointed wrist composition body is marked as well. Dressed in an aqua knit outfit with matching shoes & socks, her bisque is peaches & cream, and she retains her original blonde mohair wig with a cork pate. $3850 A 12” flirty eyed papier mache googly on a cloth body in all original condition. Absolutely no paint touch up/repairs to the composition! $850 A large sized (12”) fired bisque “JUST ME” on the proper body with original clothing & wig. $1500 An all original 18” S&H 1249 mkd “SANTA” character child. Dressed in a marvelous Scottish outfit complete with his plaid shoulder drape. $850 An 18 1/2” Simon & Halbig 1329 Oriental character child. Attired in antique oriental clothing she has a tinted composition body as well as olive colored bisque... a great look and size!! $1500

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17 1/2” Huret china fashion w/ articulated wood body and antique dress from her period. Partial label on chest. $22,500.

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11 1/2” George III period English wooden, circa 1795, who has made it through time and play in very good shape! No repaint except her lips. $6200.

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14” Early fashion in orig. enfantine outfit, orig. boots, pristine leather body w/ bisque arms and impeccable grooming. $6850.

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15 1/2” Paper mache in original multi-layered, multi-colored wool and cotton costume of Northern Europe, or some VERY cold location! $850.

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Magnificent Bru Jne 9 as Circle Dot This doll must have been kissed by the angels... Incredible cerulean blue spiral threaded eyes evenly set. Luscious pale peach tinted bisque, beautiful full rose washed lips. Superb long tailed mohair wig; a perfect compliment to brows & lavish lashes. Orig marked Bru shoes. Bébé has a pristine bisque head & shoulder plate; all fingers original & perfect. Additional pictures & details available on request. A magnificent Bébé that will hypnotize you and delight you. $23950

26” F12G Block Letter Luscious best describes this beauty! Huge blue paper weight eyes, delicately tinted cheeks and full lovely lips with a Bru-like hint of tongue.Excellent bisque. Gorgeous antique mohair wig and couture Bébé costume in plum , navy and gold. On quality French composition and wood body. Strikingly beautiful~ $6200

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Little 11” Googly Oh, Boy! This little imp has no qualms about throwing a net around your heart and holding it captive! Adorable, excellent condition and so rare to find in such a sweet small cabinet size. How will he make magic in your doll room? $6375~

Tiny 8” Steiner Le Petite Parisienne A huge amount of gorgeous packed into a very petite package! This Bébé is a little stunner with her electric blue paper weight eyes fringed with lengthy lashes and multi-stroke sienna brows, looking just so slightly upward. Her serious little rosebud lips are perfectly shaped and tinted in coral.A perfect little package! $3775~

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Sie C 9 Steiner with Lever Eyes Darling 25” Bebe with imploring huge blue eyes that sleep! The earliest example of the later ‘sleep eyed’ dolls by none other than the amazing inventor Mssr. Steiner and at this time during his partnering avec Mssr. Burgoine. Perfect pale bisque, signed in red w/ orig. purple cardboard pate. Orig body in orig finish, orig boots, fab orig dress and velvet cape and bonnet. $5800~

The Complete Guide to Antique, Vintage and Collectible Dolls

THE INEZ GWIN AND AILENE FORD COLLECTIONS TO BE SOLD BY FRASHER’S NOVEMBER 1

October 2014 Volume 17, Number 9

GREAT COLLECTORS THE CIRAOLO COLLECTION by Stuart Holbrook

A VISIT WITH ANN MEEHAN PART 2 by Donna C. Kaonis We take a tour of two wonderful one-of-a-kind dolls’ houses.

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This exceedingly rare portrait-face model by Jumeau is from the Inez Gwin estate collection to be sold by Frasher’s in their November 1 auction in Kansas City. A wonderful circa 1880 model it is described in “The Jumeau Book,” page 232, as “an extremely rare portrait model poupée from the Jumeau ﬁrm, circa 1880, uniquely sculpted and unlike any other model”. Standing 30” tall on a uniquely designed and completely articulated manikin body, her rarity is rivaled only by her beauty and elegant presence. Inez Gwin was a dedicated supporter of U.F.D.C. and entered many of her dolls in the competitive exhibits at both regional and national conventions. This model won a ﬁrst place ribbon from her appearance at the UFDC 21st annual exhibition in 1970 in Detroit and a ribbon from the 1973 convention in Louisville, Kentucky. Cover courtesy Frasher’s Doll Auctions

NATIONAL DOLL FESTIVAL SAN ANTONIO

THE TLC GRAND TOUR... TOY WORLDS MUSEUM BASLE by Donna C. Kaonis Teddy bears and more at the largest toy and doll museum in Europe.

2014 UFDC ANTIQUE COMPETITIVE EXHIBIT BLUE RIBBON WINNERS SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS Photographed at the 2014 United Federation of Doll Clubs National Convention

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1) Rare Miniature ‘Blue Roof‘ - 4”x6”x10” tall, with glass windows, original paper curtains, door opens, brilliant color. Rarest cabinet size! $895 2) 12” Dickensian Cloth Character unique hand painted portrait with lambswool hair, glass eyes, spectacles, walking stick ,expert tailoring with artist signed label. Mint. $195 3) 10” American Black ‘Homemade’ - hand sewn body & features, original clothes, beaded eyes, Sincerely old & sweet fun! $125 4) 10” Signed ‘Alice Bee’ Art Doll - with label - all original, hand painted face and tagged ‘Frida of Gutach in the Swartzwald’ $135 5) Domed Wax Head - ca 1830- with the authentic miniature antique oval glass dome and base, just 9” tall and only 3” deep. (see #34) $750 6) 30” Early Silk Face Babyland Rag hand painted on silk ca. 1895, in original mint classic ensemble with leather shoes all excellent and only $495 7) 12” Scarce ‘Vermont Wooden’ - 1880’s Mason Taylor type w/ pewter hands & feet (blue), fluid joints, & quaint orig. period clothes. $595 8) 12” Important ‘Alice in Wonderland’theatrical charm in this one of a kind artist made version w/ hand painted features, mohair wig, crepe paper clothes organdy apron, holding her miniature glass bottle labelled “Drink Me.” Unique and wonderful! $1200 9) Rare Googlie Characters!! (see # 27) 10) 7.5” Spooky Steiff Cat - clean with firm,upright tail, unusual in this larger size, with button! Boo! $225 11) 15” All Original Poured Wax - Lovely 1870’s English, haunting glass eyes, ivory complexion, ornate factory chemise, uncut wig, perfect limbs. $750 12) 18” Lady China ca. 1840 - graceful & slender ‘Covered Wagon’ with pink tone watery glaze, china limbs, fashionable heirloom clothes, mint. $295 13) Rare 6” Pre-1900 Kuhnlenz Mignonette - slender French limbs with socket head, blue glass eyes, mohair wig & fancy pert silk costume - a French export delicacy. $1200 14) 11” Neapolitan Creche - mysterious man, much character, drama and facial art, glass eyes, excellent paint, great jacket/ metal buttons - needs pants! Just $595 15) 9” Rare Mongoloid Creche important Neapolitan figure, glass eyes, perfect fingers. Rarified, important personality for the advanced creche. $750 16) 14” Hand Sewn Fabric Doll - with painted features, lambswool wig, classic American clothes w/ 3-additional fabric faces! All contained in the orig. sewing bag! $350 17) 19” Happy Folk Art Boy - authentic! Clever original clothes, Oversized comic hands w/ great fingers, artful mix of fabrics & facial embroidery, all clean, all American - the tops! $495 18) 12” Cabinet Size Piano - nothing more romantic than music by candlelight! Hinged lid lined w/ lithographed sheet music, only 7” deep, just $395

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19) 5” Devilish All Bisque Googly! - Really big eyed imp, rare socket head toddler, flawless quality, dressed for Halloween… horns to tail! $1200 20) Choice 7” Mint in Box w/ Label ‘South Sea Baby’ - This UFDC blue ribbon winner has it all - including the lid! Mint! $495 21, 22) The Perfect Multi-face Doll - Everything you seldom see in the same example! No cheek rubs, easily turned head by orig. knob and working pull-cord crier in a great body! All in a tidy 12” size with a short gown! (see # 33) $1495 23, 24) Rare 10” Brown Bebe Jumeau ‘Size 1’ - This super rare size made in 1907 has lovely quality color, rich paperweight eyes, Factory wig and Chemise beneath first owner original high style couture! Fabulous cabinet prize. $3000 25, 26) 18” Factory Dressed Simon Halbig ‘1009’ - Mint French export beauty, gorgeous color and glistening PW eyes, mint from factory wig/pate to side button leather boots, mint belted Factory Chemise, and undies, early jtd. body and finish. A classic French Trade beauty in a choice color! $1500 27 Rare Recknagel Googlies Scary pair!! Mold 72 & 73; The 7” fellow has orange hair, buggy intaglio eyes, watermelon grin and zany factory suit and 2-tone snake skin shoes! $1100 The other is 6.5” with upturned loopy eyes flipped out black molded curls. Max & Moritz gone nuts! (see #9) $850 28, 29) 9” Rare Brown Heubach Character - This very doll is shown in the Marie Tarnowska book “Rare Character Dolls” for a good reason! A rare exotique black with side glancing lively lidded eyes, molded tongue, very unusual contrasting molded black hair, plus Factory Original Costume! Blue Ribbon calibre! $1495 30) “Over the Knee” Black Stocking Halbigs - Scarce 3.5” size for these desirable Pre-1900 all bisques with socket heads, PW eyes, and original exquisite miniature costumes, complete w/ caps & great wigs! $1200 31) 4.5” Bare Foot All Bisque Boy- so unusual with a closed mouth, glass eyes, jointed arms & legs, Factory Original wig & clothes, quality & mint! $895 32) 5” Bare Foot All bisque Girl very special ‘Halbig’ with socket head, clo/mo, glass eyes, the early limbs w. little toes plus Factory Original wig & clothes! Mint $1600 33) Multi-face Doll - Shhhh The sleeping face (see #21) $1495

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34) Rare Wigged Wax Head ca. 1830 - Milliner style ornate,curled, braided and festooned, still in the unbelievable original set… including the feather! An exceptional museum class antiquity (see #5). $750

36) 11’ Jumeau Poupee in Heirloom Couture a petite ‘Size 2’ in bronzed rose silk gown with panels, pleats, tucks, matching filigree bag and matching chapeau above scarce auburn factory wig with cork pate, mint signed body. A regal cabinet size aristocrat. $2500

35) Important 1830’s Papier Mache - another rarity, a 9” Male Milliner’s with a wooden body, jointed at the elbows, shoulders, hips & knees, plus a never seen molded mache Top Hat! In his original heirloom clothing, a collectors prize! $2500

37) French Bru Mannequin Head from the Margaret Woodbury Strong Museum comes this boyish Bru faced composition head 7” high & 16” cir. with PW eyes, lined with the French newspaper. From the shop window to your cabinet. $1200

40) 15” Neapolitan Creche Patrician portrait of an animated aristocratic woman with glass eyes intricate details of teeth and tongue and numerous carved ringlets, one mended foot beneath original garments just $595

39) Young and Handsome describes this 11” Neapolitan Gentleman - with brilliant, youthful facial artistry, glass eyes, vivid complexion and fine elegant clothes. $650

38) Museum Class Wooden - This astounding and historic figure is a lithe 26” tall wonder with fluid joints allowing her to sit at a cabinet height of 13 inches. She is all original in classic puff sleeves w/ gauntlet forearms, plus her corset, corset cover, pantaloons, and hand sewn red laced shoes over her original carved ones. Bequeathed in excellent condition she features a most remarkable, sizable multi-color ribbed comb that sits like a crown high atop her lovely face which is further adorned by an ecstatic wealth of painted wisps and spit curls. Few such wooden dolls exist! $7500

42) Heirloom Aristocratic Jumeau - a precious jewel (see #36)

43) Important Glass Eye Parians - Quite the couple! made in 1870’s, married for years! Franklin Pierce at 19” features rarely seen glass eyes, captivating artwork and rich molded lustre collar. She, a Rare Socket Head Parian with glass eyes, molded ribbon encircles the hair, pc’d ears, and richly costumed elegance as seldom seen. From a private collection. $2000 each or both $3600

41) Companion French Mannequin Head - also from the Strong Museum he is 8.5” high & 19” cir. with dark PW eyes, side parted hair and manly features he embraces the premodernist aesthetic that was to come. Handsome, artful and compelling $895

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Schoenhut Maggie (9”) & Jiggs (7”), complete with rolling pin and corned beef & cabbage, dolls are in there original costumes, Maggie has some paint ﬂakes, stringing loose $515.

23” Simon Halbig S 11 H 1009 DEP St, blue sleep eyes, blonde mohair wig (as is), wonderful high forehead, pierced ears $725. 12” Heubach Koppelsdorf 321 7/0 baby, blue sleep eyes, breather nose, antique clothing, cute baby $195.

11” CM FG Marotte on ivory whistle handle, 2 ½” shoulder head w/ blue PW eyes, pierced ears, all original silk and metal lace costume, great face, does not work $1250.

17 ½” All Original Miss Revlon in Cherry Dress #3777 w/ box & catalog, crisp dress, slip, nylons, black shoes, straw hat w/ ﬂowers, pearl earrings, really pretty face $195. 19” Ideal Auburn Toni in original pink dress w/ white organdy overlay & panties, gold sandals, green blue sleep eyes, great facial coloring $165.

19 ½” S & H H X III Germany, Heinrich Handwerch, brown sleep eyes, original HH wig, vintage clothing, leather shoes, left hand repainted $495.

5” UNIS Paris 301 all original w/ label – Fabrication Francaise Eden Bebe, last of the Mignonnettes $150. 4” German blue glass eyed all bisque, all original in lederhosen & vest, mohair wig $310. 2 ½” French All Bisque in gray uniform, jointed head $225. 2 ½” French All Bisque in black felt suit & hat $225. 2 ½” French All Bisque red felt hat & brown shorts $195.

18 ½” Kestner 143, blue sleep eyes, original wig & plaster pate $650. 12” Kestner 143, blue sleep eyes, original HH wig, sweet size $625.

6 ½” x 5” 1950’s Ohio Arts Sheet Metal Buggy w/ metal wheels, plastic hood $49.95 4 ½” All Bisque Bye-lo all original clothes, sticker on chest, blue painted eyes $250 $250. Now $195. 20” Hertel Schwab & Co 150/11, brown sleep eyes, great molded o/c mouth, 5 piece compo baby body $295.

16” Platinum Blond Terri Lee in tagged sundress & overdress, nice painting, marked Terri Lee $225. 16” 1949 Painted Patent Pending Terri Lee w/ ash blond transitional wig, beautiful facial painting, original white & red striped dress & raincoat w/ hat $485. 16” Brunette Terri Lee in tagged sundress & overdress, nice painting, marked Terri Lee $225.

NASB Dolls in Boxes: RARE Family Series – Mammy and Baby #83, very minty clean, jointed arms & legs on both dolls, wrist tag $550. Margie Ann in Playsuit #78 w/ pudgy tummy, all original w/ booklet (no wrist tag), bright crisp blue playsuit, top of box as is $250. #112 A Dillar A Dollar a Ten O’clock Scholar, minty fresh w/ tag (off) & booklet $45. #115 Little Boy Blue w/ jointed arms & legs, no tags, chip on ﬁnger, box as is $95.

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9” Lenci tagged Mascotte in beautiful white organdy dress w/ mint green & black felt trim, yellow felt hat w/ felt ﬂower, pantalettes, felt shoes, blonde mohair wig, brown painted eyes $295. 14” Lenci Girl w/ Lucia face, tagged w/ 1939-41 tag, in green & yellow striped white dress w/ green felt trim, green hat w/ edelweiss, shoes, blonde braids, brown painted eyes $495.

9” Effanbee Butin Nose 1939 all original, some crazing, very sweet $165. 7 ½” Baby Sandy by Freundlich 1939-42, nice molding & coloring $185. 8 ½” Our Pet by AM – marked Trademark Our Pet Registered Germany, 10/0, on 5 piece toddler body, great personality, blue glass eyes $225. 8” Cameo Scootles compo, great expression, very faint crazing, redressed $295. 11” SH Parian like w/ molded hair, jewelry, black band, blue painted eyes, shoulder plate has had repair around neck & glued right shoulder $295.

13” Kestner 196, sweet size in original clothing, undergarments, shoes & socks, brown sleep eyes, inserts at brow for fur (worn), HH wig $395. 13” All original in factory dress & bonnet, shoes & socks, AM 2/0, brown sleep eyes, blonde mohair wig $150.

16 ½” Early English Sasha with tube, beautiful blue eyes, blonde variegated hair, light lips, small rub on upper lip $250. 11” Baby “Boy” all original in white dress & pants, w/ wrist tag, no box $110.

19 ½” Bruno Schmidt on toddler body, blue sleep eyes, HH wig, vintage clothing, leather shoes, BSW in heart, w/ Steiff woolie bird $650.

Ideal 1959-62 12” Shirley Temple Giftset #9520 in original box with doll in slip & pantie & 4 outﬁts – yellow coat & red hat, aqua & white PJ’s w/ slippers, red, white & blue dress, red & white top & blue skirt & shorts, (none are tagged but all are original to set), ST purse & extra dress, small spot on forehead, box top 1 side as is $295.

36” Ideal Shirley Temple in pink reproduction dress w/ script pin, jointed wrist body, nice hair, cheeks have a few rubs $650. 36” Ideal Shirley Temple in vintage dress w/ script pin (as is), few cheeks rubs, nice hair $650.

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Above: Simon & Halbig mignonnette, circa 1884 (18cm) Left: Mignonnette from La Poupée Modèle, original wardrobe, circa 1895/1905 (13cm)

Above left: French mignonnettes and their wardrobe, 1879 (13 cm) All photos © Jean Dalmard / Collection Musée de la Poupée-Paris

n honor of their 20th anniversary, the Musée de la Poupée is currently exhibiting pocket dolls from the last quarter of the 19th century, along with their miniature world including rooms, furniture, settings, clothes and other accessories. Pocket Dolls appeared on the market circa 1876, at the same time as the articulated bebe. The most requested models were entirely made of bisque, while cheaper ones were realized with semi-articulated composition bodies. These little dolls, which ﬁt into a pocket, made in France and Germany, became children’s most beloved toys between the 1870 and 1914 wars. At ﬁrst called miniature dolls, Fernand Sustrac received a patent in 1877 for the production of entirely articulated 14 cm tall dolls with ball joints at the elbows and, sometimes, at the knees. In 1879 some pocket dolls appeared in some Parisian department catalogues, made by Gaultier, Julien or Schmitt, among others. In August 1878 La Poupée Modèle launched a pocket doll, later named, in February 1880, “Mignonnette.” It was sold in the magazine until 1917 and it reached the peak of popularity at the beginning of the 20th century. In France, the main miniature doll maker was the porcelain maker François Gaultier, who worked until the end of the 19th century. His main German competitor was Simon & Halbig, who dominated the western market after Gaultier interrupted the production in 1899. Simon & Halbig’s mignonettes experienced a bigger success than Gaultier’s, what explains why they are commonly found in France. The 1912 SFBJ catalogue (Société Française de Fabrication de Bébés et Jouets) presented an extraordinary collection of “Lilliputiens” all bisque dolls, standing 6 cm, with historical, folk or carnival costumes. Germanmade, they were 3 to 3.5 cm tall, made by Carl Horn and recognizable with their entirely knitted costumes. The exhibit continues until January 24, 2015. For additional information: www.museedelapoupeeparis.com

Above: French mignonnette (13 cm), new outfit in antique box Left: Carl Horn minuscules, mid war period (3 to 3.5 cm)

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The Inez Gwin and Ailene Ford Collections to be Sold by Frasher’s November 1

or Inez Gwin it all began more than ﬁfty years ago. Her daughter, Barbara Broberg, gives a glimpse into how that 58-year journey as a doll collector began and how it continued to grow. “My mother, Inez Gwin, started collecting her antique dolls around 1956. She started collecting them for me, her daughter. As time went by she became more involved in collecting them even as my interests in them were waning. I remember each year taking our vacations when the doll club had their conventions. We traveled all over the United States. My mother displayed her dolls and won many ribbons at these conventions. Daddy enjoyed attending as much as my mother. Daddy was extremely supportive of my mother’s interest in her dolls. On her birthday, Christmas, or anytime my mother saw a doll she wanted she would usually receive it from Daddy. My mother truly loved her dolls and made sure they were dressed appropriately for their period. She enjoyed setting them under the Christmas tree or setting up a tea party for them. The two upstairs bedrooms of our home were dedicated to the dolls. I hope their new owners will get as much enjoyment and pleasure from them as she did. My mother belonged to the United Federation of Doll Clubs and her local Kentucky Bluegrass Doll Club in Louisville, Kentucky. She served as Chairman of the Antique Competitive Exhibit for the UFDC for many years. She was a past president of her chapter and had made many life long friends in both organizations. She was also a collector of ﬁne antique furniture and other collectibles and was very proud of all of her collections but mostly of her antique dolls. My mother passed away this year at the age of 95 and still belonged to her local club as a nonactive member.”

Bru Jne size 9 bebe from the Chevrot-era vies with all to steal the show.

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At 30” this early, fine quality china lady with beautiful blue glass eyes is most impressive.

Circa 1880 superb 23” French bebe by Schmitt et fils has signed body and wonderful artistic sculpting and facial painting.

Grand in size and rarity is the 32” pink-tinted china lady with 1840’s hair style and antique costume.

The Kammer and Reinhardt 116/A character toddler is just right to accompany the unusually large, 33” model of Kestner J.D.K. 260

A magnificent 30” circa 1850 china lady has exceedingly rare hair style and superior quality porcelain and facial painting.

All French and all in blue are a Bebe Jumeau Triste, 26” and a Figure A Steiner Bebe, 28”.

or Ailene Ford collecting and costuming dolls has been her passion for many years. Certain faces were unforgettable and seemed to beckon to her over and over again as she amassed her collection. Her focus has been on dolls of larger size, and many, many examples are offered in the sale. Whether German or French, size mattered to Ailene. Her collection of piano babies is exceptional, and once again, size was important along with artistry and quality. Ailene’s talents as a seamstress led to many happy hours spent designing and sewing costumes for her dolls. It was indeed, a perfect ﬁt. Ailene’s wish now is that her cherished dolls be offered at auction, ﬁnding homes with other collectors who will continue to care for and preserve them.

Two Simon & Halbig dolls; a fine closedmouth example of mold 939 joined by a seldom-seen mold 120 in all-original costume.

A Jumeau Premiere bebe with incredibly beautiful wrap-around eyes is indeed “unforgettable”.

From a collection of over 30 pieces, is this hard-to-find, 10” matched pair of Conta & Boehme piano babies with plate and cup. ANTIQUE DOLL COLLECTOR

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rasher’s will offer these two doll collections in a catalogued auction titled “My Unforgettable Ones” on November 1, 2014 in Kansas City. The sale will be held at KCI Expo Center and Holiday Inn Hotel with free shuttle service between the auction and KCI airport. Attendance at the live auction is the best way to bid on these lovely dolls. For those who cannot attend, absentee, telephone and live online bidding is available. An 80page color catalog is available for $43.00 including priority postage and after-sale prices realized. The auction will also be posted online at liveauctioneers.com. To order the catalog, or for more information, call Frasher’s at 816-625-3786 or email frasher@aol.com

French Bisque Bebe Bru known as Circle/ Dot Model with rare painted teeth. Circa 1880 in large 25” size with superblysculpted details.

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to be Held at Margaret Gray Kincaid’s charming house, fully decorated for Christmas, in Baltimore, Maryland It all starts on Tuesday Evening with a welcome dinner. Seminars, workshops and programs on Wednesday and Thursday. All meals included with a Gala Dinner on Thursday night.

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A sampling of the numerous large and life-size German and French characters from the Ford collection include the 26” SFBJ 251 toddler, 27” K * R 117n flirty-eye, and the 24” Kestner 260 baby with molded hair.

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4” Kestner All Bisque Pouty W/ Bootines, mint pale bisque overall, incl. orig. early peg strung JDK body, “swivel neck”, br. glass eyes, orig. long mohair wig, orig. lacy dress, undies & a darling hat. Painted multi-strap bootines & an adorable pouty mouth. PRECIOUS early teeny all bisque!! $1975.

8” K * R 101 “Marie”, rare brown intaglio eyes, perfect bisque, orig. wig w/coiled braids, orig. dotted batiste dress, shoes, undies & slip plus Fr. ant. hat, orig. fully jointed K*R body, including elbows & knees. Absolutely ADORABLE in this teeny size!!! Only.... $1900. 7” K * R 114 “Hans”, blue intaglio eyes, perfect bisque, orig. mohair wig, adorable all “orig.” woolen sailor costume shoes & socks, orig. fully jointed K*R body incl. elbows & knees. darling size, GREAT pouty face. Great match w/big sister or all alone!!! Tiniest size made. Only....$1975.

13” Steiner Figure C Bebe, gorgeous blue p/w eyes, early mauve blush under brows, mint pale bisque, orig. mohair wig, orig. Steiner pate, FACTORY orig. pale aqua silk & lace dress, undies, socks, silk & lace matching hat ant. Fr. shoes. On orig. early str. wrist Steiner body w/earliest Cadeus mark. ABSOLUTELY STUNNING!!!! $6775.

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10” Series C Steiner Bebe, br. lever eyes, early mauve blush under brows, immaculate pale bisque, orig. skin wig, “FACTORY” 2 pc. silk & lace dress, undies, socks. hat & ant. shoes. Early orig. st. wrist Steiner body. Was mine for many years!!! First time up for sale!! Absolutey GORGEOUS!! $15,750.

7.5’’ S & H All Bisque, gorgeous pale bisque, “swivel neck” br. sl. eyes, orig. long mohair wig, darling ant. silk dress & Fr. ant. silk & lace hat. RARE peach stockings & multi strap bootines. Orig. S & H body, bisque is fabulous overall except one teeny fleck at top of chest, early peg strung. Nice large size & GORGEOUS!!! $3850.

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GREAT COLLECTORS The Ciraolo Collection By Stuart Holbrook

t was on Fran Ciraolo’s birthday in 1980 that her husband Chuck started it all. As he often recounts in his smiling soft spoken manner, “the most expensive doll I ever bought.” Well, not really, it was a Kestner 171 and was the product of a challenge put forth by Fran for him to find something for her birthday that did not involve jewelry. The next day Chuck happened upon a shop owned by Gloria Osborne, a San Diego doll dealer, and saw the perfect gift that did not involve jewels. So, he bought the doll on a whim, this Kestner, with no idea really as to why. Little did either know that this doll would inspire the creation of one of the great American collections of the past thirty years. “Chuck and Fran.” They are known as that, a couple that is truly linked in name and legend. You never do really see them apart. Collecting is done together. The smiles and laughter are shared experiences for all that know them or even those who just offer a fleeting “hello”. No need to use their last names, “Chuck and Fran” will suffice (say them together always) and all will know whom you are talking about. “Chuck and Fran” started in the early 1950’s when the two met amidst the boom of California and the 24

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opportunities that came forth in America after WWII. California was the center of it all and Chuck, a second generation native of the California Central Valley and, Fran, who had just arrived amidst the rush of the California boom, met and married and began their dream. But, ﬁrst on their list was Nevada…a then dusty and barren state that is far from the boom we imagine now. Mid-century pioneers, Chuck and Fran set out for Reno to start their new life together. With just a small savings, an idea, and the willingness to jump forth together as a team, they started a small drive-in restaurant (think A&W) that was such a popular venue in American culture at the time. It grew to two, then three, and Chuck and Fran were working at a frenzied pace together to build their own “American Dream.” Here was the “Greatest Generation” at work creating the foundation for a future of American dreamers and doers. Chuck and Fran are the embodiment of what became a foundation in this nation of entrepreneurial spirit and hard work. It was not easy though. One should never underestimate the blood, sweat, and tears that went into this process. The hours were long and the work grueling. Their one luxury at the time was a Cadillac, the symbol of success in the American 50’s, one they would enjoy brieﬂy driving to

work early in the morning and returning late at night. To this day they both drive a Cadillac. Fran, being the sentimental one, clings to her 1970’s model that she drives still. The two missed California though. The long hours were grueling and they longed for the sun, beaches, and lifestyle that lay on the other side of the Sierra range. So they sold their businesses, packed up their Cadillac, and left for the sunniest and happiest place they knew (so fitting for these two), San Diego. From there, with experience and money made in Reno, Chuck and Fran delved into a number of ventures that rewarded them further and was a product of the conservative and hard-working mentality of that time. Start businesses, build them, nurture them, and good things will come. Here they truly established their success, as well a beautiful home and a family that would join them in business over the years. The success they built though came from the simple formula of working together amidst trust and love and the one thing that has bound them for years, fun. They shared everything. Their home, family, businesses: it was never a singular task but a joint process and an adventure of sorts. Most importantly, it was always surrounded by laughter. When dolls came into their lives on that birthday in 1980 it created a whole new chapter in this American Dream. That one single Kestner, that one humble doll, would morph into a thousand dolls that created a vision that was singularly theirs. Not hers. Not his. Theirs. The Ciraolo collection was a mosaic of two tastes and a couple making choices together. What is so amazing about this collection is that not one single decision to choose a doll (well, except for the Kestner) was ever made alone. Two as one. Or, Twenty. Yes, this is how many Jumeau Triste’s they currently own. It is a doll for which they both share a complete love, and it is the defining model within their collection. Sure, there is an A. Marque, countless Bru and Thullier bebes and a bevy of every rare French doll you can imagine. But the Triste is, in the eyes of this enthusiastic couple, the most perfect doll. And really, who can argue as they describe it? Chuck and Fran will talk about the dreamy look of the Triste, the way its eyes speak to you, the link to the sculptor Carrier-Belleuse, that special nose, and the uniquely sculpted features. Who can dispute their taste for one of the most perfect dolls ever created? And, as they line her living room, all on display to compare, we see first hand how special these dolls really are. Chuck and Fran are easily the world’s caretaker of the Triste and will

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gladly serve to remind all of its significance in doll history. Fran also loves cats. That is, she LOVES them, a lot. Well, all animals in fact. She has even been known to feed a few coyotes that frequent her back yard in the hills overlooking San Diego. All are cherished. The dolls are similar. Why? Perhaps the only time you might see the two ever disagree is when Chuck thinks “we should weed out the first common dolls we bought” and Fran says “they are all a part of our family and have a story to tell in our collection.” Every collector can respect this. And, while one might wonder why an Armand Marseille would sit in a cabinet with Schmitt and A.T. bebes, it clearly makes sense in the way Fran tells it. The emotion of a story told complete is a powerful one indeed. Who Chuck and Fran are is mirrored in their dolls. Their personality is reflected in the humble approach that collecting is not for the ego but for the heart. They laugh at their mistakes. But don’t cast them aside. They give them a home. There is no weeding, just growing and enjoying the place that all of their dolls have amidst the happy life of a collector. Chuck and Fran love to travel as well. The world has been their playground of sorts in which dolls fit perfectly into the journey. When they first started collecting in the early 80’s the two decided to drive around America in a classic tale of “the hunt.” Thinking it a good way to meet people, explore towns they might never otherwise, they placed advertisements in papers and antique periodicals announcing their route and that they were “looking for old dolls.” From California to Florida they scoured the countryside and loaded their RV, meeting people along the way and learning something new about dolls in the process. And, as those who have crossed paths with them over the years have experienced, leaving a lasting and happy impression. They have and still do frequent Europe and are often found running from museum to museum and shop to shop. Friends throughout the world have been made in this manner and new dolls added to their collection. One story they love to recount concerns a cruise which docked in Copenhagen for nine hours. As others stayed close and enjoyed the city, they, instead, hopped a train to Billund, a three hour 26

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How can you just stop at one? Fran and Chuck own twenty lovely Jumeau Tristes, their favorite doll.

journey away, to visit the famous Lego Museum and its collection of antique dolls. Upon arriving they were met with a surprise. It had closed just a few weeks before with the contents scheduled for auction! What could only be thought of as a scripted comedy is that the very next summer, while in Vienna, they set aside a day to visit the Puppenmuseum Wien owned by Vaclav Sladky. It was, in fact, their main reason for wanting to be in Vienna as this charming museum had become a place of legend. They set off in the morning and found it. Closed. Again. The sign was gone and they asked around, being told at a clock shop next door that the museum had shut down recently and the contents were to be auctioned. The two laughed about it, telling everyone that they seemed to be the “curse of museums.” In the end though, Chuck and Fran got to see them both, one at an auction in Las Vegas and another at an auction in Newport Beach, CA. Not quite how they imagined but in this instant Chuck and Fran got the reward of actually buying pieces from them and meeting the

owners. They proudly show them in their collection today and recount the story to many about their “museum mis-adventures.” As collectors so well know, great collections are like museums. Chuck and Fran, who are unassuming and gracious, welcome people to enjoy their collecting passion and open their doors regularly for all collectors to see. As well, they are endlessly giving to community events, clubs, and organizations to educate and nurture new collectors. As they enter their 80’s, you can never get them to slow down. Still with boundless energy, an unstoppable spirit, and fortiﬁed with what is the greatest beneﬁt to longevity and youth - a never-ending smile - Chuck and Fran will be an inspiration to new collectors for years to come. In the same way they look at people, the Bru bebe is as important as the Marseille doll, the Albert Marque doll just as beautiful as the doll that started it all, the Kestner 171. All have a gift. Together, they form the tapestry of a well-lived life. ANTIQUE DOLL COLLECTOR

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Saturday, November 15, 2014 Our doors will open at 11:00 am

egistered guests are invited to spend a memorable day at the Carmel Doll Shop when Michael Canadas, speaker for this entertaining and educational event, will share not only exquisite examples of dolls with their original wardrobes, but also exceptional doll costumes of many types. Many of the items that guests will be invited to view in the speciallycreated exhibit, are pieces in The Grovian’s private inventory, and are those which have not been publicly exhibited to date.

Michael Canadas and David Robinson will co-host an American-style high tea where attendees can expect the white glove treatment from the staff of Carmel Doll Shop. Warm scones with butter and jam, a wide variety of ﬁnger sandwiches, and an assortment of tasty sweets will be served.

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magine walking into a house packed ﬂoor to ceiling with antique dolls and toys! New discoveries being made every day… it’s a collector’s dream come true. In our next issue you’ll ﬁnd complete details of this once-in-alifetime onsite estate sale to be held November 7 and 8 in Gilbert, Arizona followed by an online auction November 15 through the 22nd.

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n August 30 a 19” Alexander Princess Margaret in court gown, made in 1953 only, sold for $1075 at Sweetbriar Auctions.

adenburger Spielzeugauktion sold this circa 1840 doll in traditional costume for approximately $3650. The dollhouse kitchen, Zurich, Switzerland, brought approximately $5575 (dolls were sold separately.)

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A Visit with Ann Meehan Part 2

by Donna C. Kaonis

nn Meehan’s first important dolls’ house was purchased at Sotheby’s New York in 1978. She unknowingly sat next to Malcolm Forbes and asked him what he was there for. “I like boats,” he said. Quite an understatement for one of the leading collectors of the twentieth century! Both Mr. Forbes and Ann were successful that day although Ann had no idea of how she would pay for the house which cost $5500, a problem Mr. Forbes did not share. She took the contents of the dolls’ house with her, but since she was taking the shuttle from Manhattan back to Boston, she arranged to have the dolls’ house shipped. Ann was scheduled to give a final exam to her students at 7 pm and she barely managed to get on the plane in time. The pilot had just approached the plane as she was boarding and he kindly took her packages and put them in the cockpit! She made it to the classroom just as the bell rang. Following the test, she called Lucy Morgan and offered to take a significant discount off the price of a dolls’ house if Lucy would wire it overnight which she did. The Regency dolls’ house is over 6.5 feet tall. Four large rooms, each 24 inches high, 20 inches wide and 27 inches deep, and a center hallway allow ample space for its many treasures. Each side conveniently opens from the front to display a world in miniature.

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The ladies are about to take a break from their sewing. The wooden tuck comb holding the baby belonged to Peggy Shippen, Benedict Arnold’s wife. There are certain dolls we recognize instantly as dolls’ house dolls, but it also interesting to populate a house with china, parian, wood, papier mache and wax dolls as long as the scale is correct. The center hallway divides the four rooms and is a perfect space to display larger papier mache dolls.

“I deﬁnitely lived on the edge, but I feel that when you see that special dolls’ house, you have to buy it,” says Ann. That same house has changed hands a few times, and most recently sold for $30,000! We return to take a tour of Ann Meehan’s largest dolls’ house, which just cleared the front doors by a quarter of an inch! Purchased from Theriault’s, the Regency house as it is known, is circa 1820 and home to some amazing dolls, one in particular with outstanding provenance. The old note that came with this tuck comb wooden holding her baby, said “Peggy Shippen, 1780.” You will recognize Shippen’s married name… Mrs. Benedict Arnold! Peggy Shippen’s grandfather and uncle resided in Lancaster, PA where we can assume Peggy was a frequent visitor. The doll was sold by Pook & Pook, a PA auction house. A book about Shippen

A young jeune fille admires herself in the mirror. She is justifiably proud of her long blonde hair. She still enjoys playing with her dolls on occasion.

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The mistress of the house and the housekeeper are busy planning the evening’s meal.

by Allison Pataki, the daughter of the former NY governor, has been optioned for a movie and hopefully, we will all learn more about this likely accomplice to her husband’s treason. This stately mansion has four large rooms and a high ceiling center hallway that accommodates taller dolls, in this case two lovely papier mache dolls that are preparing to leave on a trip. Ann is searching for additional papier mache dolls to add to this setting. The high ceilings and large size rooms are filled with numerous French fashion doll accessories and more etuis. In the ladies’ bedroom, a young lady with a magnificent braided wig admires her reflection in the vanity. It’s a wonder she can move around the room, it is so full of tiny treasures! The canopy for the four-poster bed was copied from one Ann saw in the Victoria and Albert museum. The fabric was made in 1830 and was purchased at an antique show specializing in early textiles. The antique fabric was put on an elastic form so that were would be no nails. For the same reason, Ann does not electrify any of her dolls’ houses and instead keeps desk lights nearby for easier viewing. In another room we see three exceptional dolls, including Peggy Shippen’s tuck comb, preparing their afternoon tea. One of many complete sets of treenware rests on the table. The ladies often use this room for their sewing projects. Against the wall, a French, circa 1800 tall case clock which actually works (the mechanism is concealed in the back behind the wooden door). The bowl on top is early and is marked “Coalport.” There are some fine folk art paintings in this house… the family portrait over the fireplace in the dining room makes us long to know more about them. This room is in the process of being furnished, on a return visit we took another close-up which shows some new additions. Being a dolls’ house collector entails some of the same chores that home ownership entails…for example dusting and rearranging furniture and accessories make it a very interactive hobby (thankfully there are no dishes to wash).

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he next house was purchased at a Cape Cod, MA auction and dates from around 1880. It was built for the Russell family, residents of Duxbury, Massachusetts, by the son of a sea captain whose last name was Cushman. A sterling silver nameplate bearing the Russell name hangs over the front door. Three separate horizontal panels in the front remove to reveal nine rooms, three on each level. It is all original including wallpapers and sumptuous draperies… curtains frame each window with under shears and then gathered silk and satin draperies over that! Pocket doors and raised panel doors are unusual features which are seldom if ever seen in a dolls’ house. The stairs, made of cigar boxes, were constructed separately for the entrance to the house. In the music room a piano, similar to the example shown in our August issue, has tiny Dresden ﬁgures that move when the keys are pressed. The ebony upright Boulle piano on the right side of the music room came from the Fairie Dolls’ House and is circa 1780. The house and its contents were sold at a Withington auction in 1978 in Concord, NH. The Fairie Dolls’ House is illustrated in Vivien Greene’s book – English Dolls’ Houses from the Eighteenth and Nineteenth Centuries – on page 212. The piano and a parlor set are identiﬁed in the book on a separate page which says: “The furniture was given by Empress Eugenie.” Ormolu furnishings are in each room, but one room is especially resplendent. The mother has allowed two brother and sister pairs to play there provided they behave themselves. The embroidery stand between them, discovered at a sale 34

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The Sea Captain’s house built for the Russell children of Duxbury, MA boasts nine resplendent rooms. Below: This is a very musical family as evidenced by the piano and spinet. The rare ormolu baby carriage was a lovely and unexpected Christmas gift.

Four youngsters have promised to behave themselves. The embroidery stand in the foreground is exceptionally rare, although it was a fortuitous buy at only $100. The ormolu stand on the table holds family photos. Below: Who wouldn’t feel like royalty in this magnificent bedroom. A close-up of the rare dressing table is seen at left. The bustled lady has a sister in another room, both of whom have always been together. The vanity treen set is quite unusual and even includes a ring holder.

What woman would not feel glamorous applying her make-up at this ornate Boulle dressing table! Purchased from Ladenburger in Germany, its whimsical decoration features a variety of styles.

for “boy’s toys,” is quite rare and, in one of those auction moments we all deserve from time to time, purchased for only a hundred dollars. The upstairs bedrom is the perfect setting for a rare dressing table draped in green silk. It didn’t appear to be the type of dressing table or vanity that most of us are familiar with and Ann explained, “We normally think of a dressing table as having a mirror and legs below. But back in the 18th and 19th centuries, dressing tables came in a variety of styles and some had cabinet doors below and some were elaborately made with lace and silk draped from the top down to the sides. Dolls’ house furniture tends to be more whimsical in its construction by having additional ornamentation. We often ﬁnd dolls’ house furniture to be of a combination of styles, such as the Neo-Gothic and some Rococo. The elegant dressing table in the Cushman House bedroom has several styles of furniture and is circa 1870. We see the base as Baroque and the mirror as Rococo. The top has some Gothic elements, but the piece on top is not a Gothic pinnacle but just a turned pin. The tassels are more Louis XVI. All of these styles were incorporated for a long period of time.” ANTIQUE DOLL COLLECTOR

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Left: All the ladies agree that the bustled gown is exceptionally beautiful. The original window treatments, which are different in each room, are comprised of three layers of silks and satins. Right: The teenage daughter has just finished writing her beau who has joined the army. Notice the matching pink ruffled lamps and the intricate soft metal chandelier. The lovely doll by Simon and Halbig has a swivel neck. The desk holds many accessories including a sterling silver checkbook purchased in London.

In the same room, a dolls’ house doll with an elaborate bustled gown is admiring her reflection in the vanity mirror. A complete treen vanity set including a ring holder contains everything she needs to stay beautiful. In the upstairs sitting room, we can view another doll in a formal gown with bustle and a rare glass-eyed doll with a bent arm. The two bustled ladies, an unusual variation for dolls’ house dolls, have always been together. Near the back is a cupboard filled with miniature Boulle wooden books; these were made in two sizes and are very difficult to find. It has often been said that a dolls’ house collector shares the passion of an interior decorator. Ann is very careful

It’s so hard to find good help these days, but these comely lads seem up to the job. The ornate mirrored sideboard in the back was found in Sweden. The wallpapers are all original, here in the dining room we seen an opulent pattern depicting colorful birds and bees. In this well-stocked kitchen the cook enjoys an Evans and Cartwright stove; the table and chairs are by Marklin.

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The liveried footman awaits instructions from the lady of the house. A bottle of champagne is chilling for an aperitif before dinner. The ormolu squirrel cage in the foreground is a rare piece. A spinet against the side wall provides more musical entertainment for family and guests.

to carry out a theme throughout a room – colors, the style of furniture and of course the correct period – in order to achieve an accurate representation of a particular era. Viewing her impressive dolls’ houses can be overwhelming to a new collector, but Ann strongly advises her customers to buy quality and to take their time. Over the years she has constantly upgraded so that the The master of the house has just collection today is not the same as it was ﬁfteen years ago. returned from his daily constitutional. Next a tour of a magniﬁcent Mystery house and a rare period home which Ann refers to as the Georgian house. Until next time!

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9” K * R 101 Peter. Beautiful modeling of face. Blue eyes. Huge peach lips. Lt. BR. mohair wig. Wears Blue knickers. Old fashion white shirt with stand up collar. Blue matching jacket with four white buttons. Belt has white etching. Old white socks. Black leather shoes. Orig. body ﬁnish. $ 2,200.

13” Sonnenberg. CM. Bulging blue threaded eyes. Fabulous bisque. Creamy and right out of the mold. Black eyeliner. Blonde mohair wig. Wears eyelet and organdy Dress. Pale aqua at bodice. White leather boots. Antique pin at chest. Mint Straw hat with aqua silk in bow and lined in the same. Antique lace on hat. Gorgeous presentation hat. $ 3,150. 14” “ Shared Passions” Souvenir doll from 2014 UFDC Nationals. Never removed from box. Done by Diane Effner $ 375.

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5” Early and rare Mignonnette. Excellent modeling. Pouty lips. Lt. Blue eyes. Swivel neck. Early peg strung. Bent and curling ﬁngers. Wears orig. old socks. Old leather shoes that are melting into desirable bare feet. A very old doll. Possible orig. blue coat dress silk and lace. Lt. Blonde mohair wig. Matching hat to go with doll, but wears a mint blue straw hat with aqua silk bows. TAKE ME HOME LOOK. A WONDER FOR YOUR “LITTLES” COLLECTION $ 3,200. Adult brown and gold Cloche. Mint Condition. Bow on one side of hat. $95.

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Rønnaug Petterssen – The Artist and Her Dolls By Bodil Petterssen Meleney

odil Petterssen Meleney has written an informative and beautifully photographed book about the muchloved dolls created between 1934 and 1979 by her mother, Norwegian artist Rønnaug Petterssen. Boxes of material from her mother’s Atelier which closed in 1975, family photographs, newspaper clippings, interviews with individuals who knew her mother and her own recollections provide an intimate portrait of the artist. In 1934, using techniques for dollmaking that she had learned while living in Spain for a brief time, she set out to develop dolls with a distinctive Norwegian flavor. She began an intensive study of Norwegian costumes which is reflected in a wide variety of felt-faced dolls whose details are specific to various regions: souvenir dolls, character dolls, play dolls that were meant to be dressed and undressed, Sami dolls wearing the colorful detailed costumes specific to this Norwegian ethnic minority, plastic dolls, post war dolls including souvenir types, angels, sandmen, trolls, bears, rabbits and special commissions. Over 350 photographs from the author’s extensive collection along with dolls from private collections, notes on the rarest dolls, caring for them, and much more, add to this comprehensive look at this talented and immensely versatile artist. Soft cover, 187 pages. $45. Available from Amazon.com. Visit www.ronnaugpetterssen.com

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Saturday, November 8, 2014 Doll Auction Begins at 9:00 AM Basket Auction Begins at 10:00 AM Doors Open at 8:00 AM

Special Preview: Friday, November 7th from 12 to 7 PM French miniature schoolroom w/ animated teacher, music box, (5) all-bisque students, etc. Limoges, France, 14” Cherie #4, 16” F.G. 2 – all original, K&R celluloid head “Marie” German wood & mache horse drawn carriage, 15 ½” Barrios Poupée & 11” Belton (each w/ repair to heads), nice selection of early china head dolls, Biedermeier, etc. 13” black compo head boy in minstrel type attire, Heinrich Handwerck – S&H 28” bisque head child, A.M. “Our Pet” 15” wax over compo two-face doll (little red riding hood/ grandma), nice selection of early poured wax English dolls in original outﬁts, Bahr & Proschild 320.8 w/ rare swivel waist body, A.M. 590 baby, A.M. bisque googly head dolls #253 Nobbi Kid and (2) #323, S&H (2) #1078 and (1) 8” Little Women #1160, antique wax over mache head dolls, selection of vintage cloth folk art dolls, folk art Belsnickles by Jan Zimmerman, etc., M. Alex. Little Shaver 19” Jane Withers, cloth 22” Merrie Marie by Selchow & Righter, Nancy Ann painted bisque storybook dolls, vintage Barbie dolls, vintage G.I. Joe dolls w/ accessories, collection of limited edition and commemorative G.I. Joe dolls – all MIB, selection of wicker doll strollers incldg: ‘The Oriole’ by Withrow Mfg. Co., M. Chase 24” hospital/sanitary doll, plus lots more still to be cataloged! Terms: 13% Buyer’s Premium with 3% discount for cash or good check. For more information including catalog and photos, or to learn more about our other upcoming auctions, please visit our website at www.dottaauction.com or www.auctionzip.com (Auctioneer ID #1255)

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The TLC

Grand Tour...

Toy Worlds Museum Basle

by Donna C. Kaonis

ay five of the spring TLC doll tour found our group in Basle, Switzerland. If you love teddy bears and doll rooms look no further than the Toy Worlds Museum Basle, the largest toy museum in Europe. Located in the heart of this Swiss city, the well-endowed museum is home to more than twenty five hundred antique teddy bears, the finest in the world. Stepping off the elevator, I was speechless… mint Steiff bears. Bears from England, France, the United States… more bears than I have ever seen. 40

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Then there are the antique German and French bisque dolls â&#x20AC;&#x201C; over one thousand, cleverly placed among an impressive collection of dollhouses, room boxes and miniatures. Attractions are not only intended for appreciative adults and collectors, children will delight equally in the displays, especially the revolving carousels, the oldest dating to 1900. All are automated

Photographs were taken through glass without a flash, so please be forgiving!

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and come to life with the press of a button. Special exhibitions are held each year; during our visit the 150th anniversary of JapaneseSwiss diplomacy and friendship was celebrated with sophisticated contemporary dolls and ceramics. 42

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ater that same day we visited the Haus in zum Kirschgarten, a lovely mansion built between 1775 and 1780 for a Basel silk ribbon manufacturer and now a museum of domestic life. The lower floor showcased a magnificent collection of figural Meissen, watch and clock displays and tiled ovens, upstairs was a small but exquisite selection of antique dollhouses and dolls.

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Manufacturers of Fine Doll Jewelry, Brass Accessories, Miniature Trunks & Hardware 336 Candlewood Lake Road, Brookﬁeld, CT 06804 Phone 203-775-4717 Email: info@catspawonline.com

Visit our website and shop online: www.catspawonline.com Catalog price is $8.95 post paid

Accessorize Your Dolls!

Cats Paw has been in business since 1982 specializing in quality reproductions made from antique originals, and unique old store stock. Our antique reproductions are made by hand using the lost wax technique, and each item is hand ﬁnished to achieve an authentic “antique” look. We offer exquisite doll accessories that only look expensive! • Jewelry • Trunks • Items for the Boudoir • Buttons and Clasps • Purse Frames • Presentation Boxes • Bleuette Accessories & More

Lynette Gross Selling a diverse array of unique and antique dolls Telephone (317) 844-6459 Email LynetteDolls@yahoo.com

Open 24 hours, 7 days a week. Visit my exclusive Ruby Lane shop Joan & Lynette Antique Dolls

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WOODEN – late 1600’s to early 1800’s, excluding religious ﬁgures. Carol Cameron

WOODEN – Grodner Tal with or without tuck comb, excludes alien head (paper mache). Barbara Close

2014 UFDC ANTIQUE COMPETITIVE EXHIBIT Blue Ribbon Winners San Antonio, Texas

Photographed at the 2014 United Federation of Doll Clubs National Convention

WOODEN – Door of Hope doll. Deborah Troy

PAPIER MACHE/COMPOSITION – European, glass eyes, excludes Milliner’s model type body. Joseolyn Adellar; Lois Cohorst

WOODEN - Schoenhut with intaglio eyes. Judith Vaughan; Cynthia Orgeron

nother fabulous antique competitive exhibit chaired by Sherry Minton was the crowning touch to the 65th annual UFDC Convention. So many wonderful, rare dolls, original costumes… is it any wonder that I have often heard people say they wish they could shop there! But it is enough to look, study and admire our favorites and hope that someday we might aspire to own such dolls. Texas native Gail Cook was incredibly generous to bring so many of her dolls; we wish to thank her and all the other entrants who shared their dolls with attendees and our readers.

PAPIER MACHE/COMPOSITION – European with painted eyes, excludes Milliner’s model type body. Nancy Jo Splitstoser; Two-faced doll, Karen Delﬁno

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PAPIER MACHE/ COMPOSITION – Milliner’s model type. Alfred Edward; Maureen Herrod; Robin Wyatt

POURED WAX. Joselyn Adelaar; Sue Brightwell

CHINA/GLAZED PORCELAIN – KPM, Meissen, Schlaggenwald, Jacob Petite or Royal Copenhagen. Unmarked, Alicia Carver; Meissen, Gail Cook 46

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PAPIER MACHE/COMPOSITION – American, excludes Milliner’s model type body. 21-inch Pre-Greiner, Emily Riley

WAX COATED OR REINFORCED – painted eyes. Rebecca Hawkins

WAX COATED OR REINFORCED – glass eyes. Emily Riley

CHINA/GLAZED PORCELAIN – special features on hair and our shoulders, painted in contrast to surroundings. Esther Frazier; Marsha Foster

CHINA/GLAZED PORCELAIN – special features on hair and/or shoulders which are not painted in contrast to surroundings. Kathy Turner; Sue Brightwell

PARIAN TYPE – Molded hair, special features painted in contrast to surroundings. Gail Cook

CHINA/GLAZED PORCELAIN – bald head. Andrea Jones

PARIAN TYPE – if decorated with special features must not be painted in contrast to surroundings. Gail Cook

CHINA/GLAZED PORCELAIN – Frozen Charlotte/Charlie. Marsha Foster

FRENCH DOLL WITH GLAZED PORCELAIN HEAD. Rohmer, Althea Garcia

FRENCH DOLL WITH BISQUE HEAD – on traditional cloth or leather body, cloth or leather limbs. 30-inch unmarked fashion, Julie Blewis; Jumeau Fashion, Susan Blalock; fortune telling doll, Nancy Jo Splitstoser

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FRENCH DOLL WITH BISQUE HEAD – body other than cloth or leather. Rochard, kid over wooden body, Julie Blewis

FRENCH DOLL WITH BISQUE HEAD – cloth or leather body with other than cloth or leather limbs. Barrois fashion, Marilyn Parsons; Unmarked Bru, Julie Blewis

FRENCH DOLL WITH BISQUE HEAD Jules Steiner Bebe with closed mouth. Gail Cook Deborah Jenkins

FRENCH DOLL WITH BISQUE HEAD – Jumeau Bebe, closed mouth. Gail Cook; Marsha Foster

FRENCH DOLL WITH BISQUE HEAD - Other Bebe, closed mouth. Gail Cook; Peggy Vale

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FRENCH DOLL WITH BISQUE HEAD – Bebe with open mouth. Jumeau character series, Gail Cook

GERMAN DOLL WITH BISQUE HEAD – ethnic doll, closed mouth. Simon Halbig, Gail Cook Simon Halbig, Julie Blewis

GERMAN DOLL WITH BISQUE HEAD – Kestner Child, open mouth. Nancy Vick; Gail Cook

GERMAN DOLL WITH BISQUE HEAD – Kammer and Reinhardt from 100-128 series, excludes baby bodies. Gail Cook

GERMAN DOLL WITH BISQUE HEAD Simon & Halbig, closed mouth. Peggy Vale Gail Cook

GERMAN DOLL WITH BISQUE HEAD – Marked A.M. or Armand Marseille. Gail Cook GERMAN DOLL WITH BISQUE HEAD – Armand Marseille, closed mouth, excludes baby bodies. Althea Garcia

GERMAN DOLL WITH BISQUE HEAD – Belton type, socket head, closed mouth. Marked ‘138’, Mary Hickman Marked ‘120’, Norah Stoner ANTIQUE DOLL COLLECTOR

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GERMAN DOLL WITH BISQUE HEAD – baby on cloth body. Tynie Baby, Kathleen Allen PRESIDENT’S CHOICE CHOICE, Peggy Vale “Sunshine Baby” by Louis Wolfe, Ann Cummings

GERMAN DOLL WITH BISQUE HEAD – Googly, glass eyes, excludes all bisque. “Einco,” Gail Cook Peggy Labom

GERMAN DOLL WITH BISQUE HEAD – baby, closed mouth, composition bent limbed baby body with non-supporting legs. Kley & Hahn, Wayne Batten

GERMAN DOLL WITH BISQUE HEAD – Googly with painted eyes, excludes all bisque. Darlene Vohe

CLOTH – non-commercial with some needle sculpting. Jean Grout

CLOTH – non-commercial, ﬂat face. Michael Albanese; Jean Grout

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CLOTH – American commercial, ﬂat face, includes Babyland Rag, Roxanna Cole, Columbian, Presbyterian, etc. “Maggie Bessie,” Jo Ward “Original Kuddles Toy,” by Jane Gray Co., NY, Margo Delaughter

CLOTH – American commercial, molded or needle-sculpted face, includes Alabama Baby, Chase, Rollinson, Sheppard, Wellington, Beecher, etc. 8.5” Chase, Carol Cameron

ALL BISQUE – ethnic doll other than Caucasian. Karen Delﬁno

ALL BISQUE – panted eyes, some jointing. Darlene Vohe

ALL BISQUE– jointed at shoulders and hips, swivel neck, glass eyes. Norah Stoner

ALL BISQUE – baby with bent limbs, some jointing, glass eyes. ABG, Nancy Moore

ALL BISQUE – rigid neck, jointed at shoulders, glass eyes. Alfred Edward Orsini “Mimi,” Darlene Vohe

HALF DOLL – Bust only, arms and hands away. Margaret Hein Mary Anderson

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HALF DOLL – Bust only, both arms molded r returning to body. Margaret Hein Mary Anderson

PAPER DOLL – commercial. European, c. 1885, Gay Mertz

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COSTUMED BY EXHIBITOR – an outﬁt suitable for the Western frontier. Victoria Christopherson (S&H 1079)

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MARK YOUR CALENDARS for an unprecedented ESTATE SALE NOVEMBER 7 & 8 in GILBERT, ARIZONA, followed by an online auction November 15-22

A single owner estate sale featuring literally hundreds of antique dolls mostly German bisque, also early and wonderful paper mache, china heads, doll house dolls and miniature furniture, Parians, a delightful collection of large Norah Wellings dolls, composition dolls, early Shirley Temple dolls, Heubach children, piano babies, Door of Hope and ethnic dolls! Modern dolls include composition dolls, hard plastic, Madame Alexander and Barbieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s from the earliest to mid-80â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s along with early carrying cases and clothing and accessories. The online auction will also feature 150 toy lots, many mint in the box. Visa and Mastercard accepted. Approximately two weeks prior to the onsite auction, photos will be available at estatesales.net For inquiries email: antiquedollsandtoys@gmail.com Stay tuned for complete details in the November issue of Antique DOLL Collector.

National Doll Festival San Antonio T

his year’s National Doll Festival took place at the Wyndham San Antonio Riverwalk, opening on Monday for early admission and continuing through Friday. Rowbear Lohman arranged for buses to travel from the UFDC convention hotel to downtown San Antonio. It was the 27th annual event for this show, offering a mix of antique, vintage, holiday items, new and artist dolls.

Barbara Defeo, Chula Vista, CA, email: janara@pacbell.net

Queen Anne wooden, mid 1700’s, Dixie Doll Shop, Ft. Lauderdale, FL, email: dixiedollshop@ aol.com

A rare Martha Chase lady, $1400. Nancy McGlamery, Lancaster, PA, email: mcpelton@ aol.com 56

My Little Dolls, Edgewater, MD, email: jennhaj2@yahoo.com

Papier mache, all bisque nun, and a Steiner A series, Pat Vaillancourt, Stuart, Fl, email: dollsantique1@gmail.com Gigi’s Dolls and Sherry’s Teddy Bears, Chicago, IL, email:gigisdolls@aol.com

22-inch unmarked fashion with leather body, Doll Cradle, Shawnee, KS, email: connie@ dollcradle.com

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German bisque mystery doll, $4000. ABC Dolls & Teddies, Simi Valley, CA.

By the time you read this, the Bonham sale will have taken place. The few dolls that they brought created quite a stir!

25-inch wood body fashion, $14,995. Val Star, Wayne, IL, email: valstarantiques@ earthlink.net

K*E 117n, Sherry Shirran, Anaheim, CA, email: sherrylks@aol.com

Nancy Jo & Elaine’s Christmas Sales December 6, 2014 11 am to 3 pm at the

Crowne Plaza Hotel,

45 John Glenn Drive, Concord, CA For information: Elaine Cordova, 40 Austin Way, Martinez, CA 94553 or Nancy Jo Shreeder, 305 Robinson St., Martinez, CA 94553

925-229-4190 email: vallejodoll@gmail.com

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Karen Anderson, San Diego, CA, karenjanderson@sbcglobal.net

Doll artist ‘Lady with a Past’ from Port Gibson, MS, email:dollmaker@ bellsouth.net

All original Nelson Eddy and Jeanette MacDonald bed dolls. The Doll Connection, Woodland Hills, CA, email: storybook.kn@gmail.com

Straw Bear Antiques, Atlanta, GA, email: strawbearantiques@gmail.com

Dolls of Yesterday had a cute circus theme. Englewood, CO, email: dollsofyesterday@gmail.com

The Enchanted Doll, Cardiff, CA, email: karenjanderson@ sbcglobalnet

Obscured by Time, Joliet, IL, email: museumhouse@ hotmail.com

Rare Lissy Cissy, $2300, Dolz, Dolz, Dolz, Cedar Park, TX, email: dolzdolzdolz@aol.com

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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!! Take advantage of this special forum; the cost is only $95 for a 2.4”w x 2.9”h ad space. Antique DOLL Collector, P.O. Box 239, Northport, NY 11768. Phone 1-888-800-2588. Email: antiquedoll@gmail.com

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Left: 29cm. UNIS 301-1 1/4, wearing G.L. “Paris Plage” and G.L. rare beach bag “Sac de Plage” A/O $1,950 Center: 27cm. SFBJ 60 8/0, blue eyes. 2 on back, 1 on feet. $1,750 Right: 29 cm. UNIS 301-1 1/4, G.L. Ski Suit, boots, skis.A/O $1,995 Other antique Bleuettes available. Call for details.

Email: Latte303@msn.com or call 480-332-5158 Debra Borrud • Member UFDC

The Tender Years

25” Magnificent Jules Steiner Paris Fre A 17. Black velvet dress with outstanding trimmings of gold and silver, her clothes are a work of art. Original wig topped by a charming black antique velvet bonnet, antique undies and shoes, A Dream Doll. $5800

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“Lady With a Past”

Historically inspired OOAK Art dolls by Theresa Merritt • Custom orders taken

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26” FABULOUS FRENCH PAPIER MACHE LADY—c1840 GREAT SHAPE $4500 13” ALL ORIG. CHINA w/Rare “Teardrop” Chignon in Piano Sewing Basket plus many sweet Accessories $2000 23” SO RARE French Papier Mache—Glass eyes, Bamboo teeth—WOW $2500 24” Fabulous All Orig China w/ Fancy Do in Aqua Silk Fashion Ensemble $2300

SPECIAL SALE. Fabulous 18” Fire C Steiner. Low cost of $6,000 from Oct 1st-Oct 31st. Creamy white bisque with soft blushing. Eye cuts gives this doll Special Presentation. Floral drop waist dress. Desirable Steiner hands and feet. Silk bow. French shoes. Debbie Varner • www.thetenderyears.net queenbeev1@comcast.net • 303-850-7800

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BABES FROM THE WOODS Faithful reproductions of hand carved Queen Annes and dolls by Izannah Walker. Kathy Patterson Ph. 705-489-1046 toysintheattic@ sympatico.ca AM 700 character girl - 10 1/2”, blonde mohair wig, blue sleep eyes, closed mouth and perfect bisque. She has a fully jointed composition body and old clothing. $1425. Call 215-794-8164 or email alloyd@nni.com. More photos and dolls may be seen at RubyLane.com/shops/ anntiquedolls. Member UFDC and NADDA. 58

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History under your feet… 3000 years of shoes at the Spielzeug Welten Museum Basel Special exhibition October 18, 2014 – April 6, 2015

Women’s mules, 1660, Silk brocade

n collaboration with the Northampton Museums and Art Gallery in England, home to the world’s largest collection of historical shoes, this exhibition of over 220 pairs of shoes takes you on a journey through the footwear fashions of the last 3000 years. In addition to its purely protective function and its importance for many people as a fashion item, throughout history the shoe has also been connected with social status and membership of particular social groups. In ancient Egypt, only pharaohs were allowed to wear sandals made of silver or gold. The oldest shoe in the exhibition comes from Egypt, and dates from around 1000 BC. Every shoe form that we wear today has a link to the past. We are always wearing a piece of history on our feet. And in the meantime, the shoe has also become a subject for the art world. More than 30 artists from across the globe have made their artistic shoe creations available for the exhibition. For more information: Spielzeug Welten Museum Basel www.toy-worlds-museum-basle.ch Photos by Joan Roan Photography

Women’s court shoe with rosettes, 1860’s, kelim weave and silk Child’s slip on shoes, 1850-1859, made by F. Marsh

Do You Have a Mystery Doll?

recently purchased this interesting doll at an estate sale in Texas and. It is about 9-1/2 inches tall. She has an old wooden thick dowel as her body, covered in muslin that has very old stuffing inside at her shoulders. The doll appears early because she is so crudely made. There is a very faint mark on the back of her neck. It does say Germany looking with my jewelers loop. Her arms and fingers are made from a wire armature, perhaps using tiny pins at her shoulders to hold. Her flesh colored fingers and what looks to be yellow colored sleeves are made out of very old thin paper wrapped around the armature. I do know she is a Pierrot and her head is bisque which is sewn on to the cloth. The muslin is sewn at the top of her shoulders and at the very bottom. It’s open at the sides allowing you to see the dowel inside. I once read at one time in a doll book that bisque heads with brown eyes are rare. I would greatly appreciate any information. You can reach me at psalm234@att.net Thanks, Donald Coleman

’m trying to identify this porcelain doll. The head, legs below the knee, and the arms from the elbow down are porcelain. The body is cloth. The hair is molded and painted as are the boots. It’s about 18 inches in length. I do not see any markings on the doll.The 72-year old lady that owns it said it belonged to her great grandmother. Please email John Kalinsky at j.kalinsky@cox.net

Perhaps there is a doll in your collection that you and others have never seen before. Send us a high resolution photo and any information you have to antiquedoll@gmail.com (you may also send a print photo to Antique Doll Collector P.O. Box 39, East Petersburg, PA 17520). If you can identify a mystery doll, write to us at the address or email above. ANTIQUE DOLL COLLECTOR

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

Established 1972

4/19-10/5/14. Switzerland. Japan & Switzerland Special Exhibition. Spielzeug Welten Museum Basel. www.toy-worlds-museum-basle.ch. 7/9-10/31/14. Calistoga, CA. Museum Doll Exhibit. Sharpsteen Museum. Redwood Empire Doll & Study Club. 707-341-2443. 9/23-1/24/15. France. Minuscules Exposition. Musee de la Poupee-Paris. www. museedelapoupeeparis.com. www.dollshopsunited.com. 10/18/14-4/6/15. Switzerland. 3000 Years of Shoes Exhibition. Spielzeug Welten Museum Basel. www.toy-worlds-museum-basle.ch.

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4 Albany, NY. Doll Show. St. Sophia Church. Shaker Doll Club. Diane Elander. 518-842-4549. milleroses@yahoo.com. 4 Arcadia, CA. Doll & Toy Show. The Oak Tree Room/Coco’s. Serendipity Doll Show. Michael Kouri. 626-791-1129. 4 Escondido, CA. Doll Show. Church of the Resurrection. Southwind Doll Club. Frances Johnson. 760-728-6830. 4-6 Los Angeles/Universal City, CA. Important Doll Auctions. Los Angeles/ Universal City Hilton. Theriault’s. 800-638-0422. www.theriaults.com. 4 Morgantown, NC. Doll Show. Collett Street Recreation Center. Sandi Walker. 828-893-0640. sandiw@msn.com. www. dollsanddesigns.webs.com/specialevent. 4 Phoenix, AZ. Doll & Teddy Bear Show. No. Phoenix Baptist Church. Valley of the Sun Doll Club. Harlene Soucy. 480-831-9081. 5 DeWitt, MI. Doll Show. Banquet & Conference Ctr. Of DeWitt. Sandy. 269-599-1511.

5 Medina, MN. Doll & Toy Show. Medina Entertainment Center. 239-282-9499. www.DollsToysBearsOhMy.com. 5 Sturbridge, MA. Doll & Folk Art Show. Sturbridge Host Hotel. Collins Gifts. Wendy Collins. 603-969-1699. 9-13 Countryside, IL. Doll Making Convention. Holiday Inn & William Tell Chicago SW Countryside Conf. Ctr.Windy City Doll Workshops. Nancy Gawron. 630-739-3876. 11 Fredericksburg, VA. Doll & Toy Show. Fredericksburg Elks Lodge. Now & Then Doll Club of Fredericksburg. Judy E. Kamerer. 804-448-5060. dollsbyjudi@yahoo.com. 11 Lincoln, NE. Fairy Fantasies Luncheon & Show. Hillcrest Country Club. Star City Doll Society. Donna DeKalb. jstdezert@aol.com. 402-466-6357. 11 Memphis, TN. Doll Show. Agricenter International. Southern Belles Doll Club. Donna Brown. 901-337-5796. Cricket1937@live.com. 11-12 Puyallup, WA. Doll & Bear Show. Puyallup Fairgrounds. Dorothy Drake. 775-348-7713. www.dolls4all.com 11 Tucson, AZ. Luncheon. Hotel Congress. Marti Nelson. 520-393-0502. Mjnelson10@ cox.net. Jean-Elaine Parfet. 302-217-3708. jedolls@gmail.com. 11 Wausau, WI. Doll & Toy Show. St. Matthew’s Gym. Altrusa International Inc. Delores Clancy. 715-845-1808. 12 Cedar Rapids, IA. Doll & Toy Show. Teamster’s Union Hall. Elaine Klein. 712-889-2154. 712-253-6555. 12 Cincinnati, OH. Doll & Toy Show. Sharonville Holiday Inn. Queen City Beautiful Doll Club. Margie Schultz. 513-207-8409. askmargie@aol.com. Calendar cont. on page 62

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12 Dedham, MA. Doll & Toy Show. Holiday Inn. A Drummer Boys Show. 978-535-4811. www.bornsteinshows.com. 12 Flint, MI. Doll Show. Dom Polski Hall. Flint Barbie Club. Sue. 810-639-2353. Ferrier@centurytel.net. 12 Hershey, PA. Doll Show. Granada Street Gym. Central Penn Doll Collectors Club. Dotti. 717-761-3609. 12 New Hope, PA. Doll Show. Eagle Fire Hall. Mark Lehmann. 215-657-2477. markvleh@cavtel.net. 12 Toledo, OH. Doll & Bear Show. Stranahan Great Hall. www.toledodollshow.com. Sandy Bullock. 734-282-0152. Sandy4085@hotmail.com. 16-18 New Orleans, LA. Doll Artist Convention. Doubletree New Orleans. Doll Artisan Guild. 607-432-4977. 18 Austin, TX. Doll Show. Norris Conference Center. Austin Doll Collectors. Sharon Weintraub. 512-323-9639. 18 Bangor, ME. Doll Show. Bangor Elks Lodge. Maine-ly Dolls Club. Inez Toothaker. 207-234-4101. 18 Palmetto, GA. Doll Show. Baptist Children’s Home. Peachtree Doll Collectors. 770-579-9404. bwelker@bellsouth.net. 18 Pasadena, CA. Doll Show. Elks Lodge Pasadena. Forever Young Antiques. Sandy Kline. 818-368-4648. 18 Redding, CA. Dolls & Toys Convention. Holiday Inn. MyHobbiesShow@aol.com. 831-438-5349. 18 San Diego, CA. Doll Show. Our Savior’s Lutheran Church. Doll Collectors of North Park. Denise Perkins. 619-602-9043. Suzanne McHenry. 619-444-3529. 19 Buffalo, NY. Doll Show. Holiday Inn. Niagara Frontier Doll Club. Joan Malone. 716-875-2641. 19 Ontario, Canada. Doll & Teddy Bear Show. Best Western Hotel. The Doll Girls. Mary. 613-225-9171. Solange. 613-435-1164. 19 Southbury, CT. Doll & Toy Show. Crowne Plaza. Jenny Lind Doll Club. Joan Falvey. 860-628-8896. 22-24 Nashua, NH. Doll Show & Auction. Holiday Inn. Withington Auctions. 603-478-3232. (F) 603-478-3233. www.withingtonauction.com. withington@conknet.com. 24 Newark, OH. Gallery Antique To Modern Auction. McMasters Harris Doll Auctions. Mark Harris. 800-842-3526. mark@ mcmastersharris.com. 25 Ottawa, Canada. Doll & Toy Show. Ernst & Young Centre. Anne Taller, annetaller@storm.ca. 613-592-2720. 25 Salt Lake City, UT. Doll & Bear Show. Utah State Fairpark. Dorothy Drake. 775-348-7713. www.dolls4all.com. 25 Staten Island, NY. Staten Island Doll Club Annual Luncheon. Old Bermuda Inn. Heather. 718-948-5545. 62

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25 Virginia Beach, VA. Doll & Bear Show. Holiday Inn. Knight Shows. Howard Knight. 803-783-8049. www.knightshows.com. 26 Columbus, OH. Doll & Bear Show. Aladdin Shrine Center. Olentangy Valley Doll Club of Ohio. www.olentangyvalleydollclub.net. olentangyvalleydollclub@hotmail.com. 26 Laughlintown, PA. Doll Show. Ligonier Country Inn. Laurel Highlands Doll Club. Cindy Hawk. 724-515-5008. 26 Rochester, NY. Henrietta Doll Lovers Club Luncheon. Italian-American Community Ctr. Dottie. 585-889-2015. 26 St. Charles, IL. Doll & Toy Show. Kane County Fairgrounds. Antique World Shows. Herb Regan. 847-800-3009.

NOVEMBER

1 Batavia, NY. Doll & Bear Show. The Clarion Hotel. Martha Smith. 585-506-7948. 1 Detroit, MI. Doll Show. Dr. Charles H Wright Museum. Sandy’s Land. Sandy Epps. 313-492-6953. 1 Irving, TX. Doll Show. Park Inn Hotel DFW South. JD’s Collectibles. Joni Holland. 817-929-1691. 1 Kansas City, MO. Doll Auction. KCI Expo Center & Holiday Inn Hotel. Frasher’s Doll Auctions. 816-625-3786. (F)816-625-6079. frasher@aol.com. 1 Richmond, VA. Doll & Bear Show. Richmond Raceway Complex. Judy Seay. 434-295-2628. 1 Seattle, WA. Rose Percy’s Liberty Ball. The Fairmont Olympic Hotel. Registration: 360-681-0446. Nancy_greenwalt@ sequimbay.net. 1 Westampton, NJ. Dolls, Toys & Disney at Auction. Sweetbriar. Dorothy Hunt. 410275-2094. www.SweetbriarAuctions.com. 2 Anaheim, CA. Doll & Toy Show. Anaheim Plaza Hotel. Rowbear. 831-438-5349. DollFestival@aol.com. 2 Bellevue, WA. Doll & Toy Show. Bellevue Red Lion Hotel. Antique Doll & Toy Market. Lisa Pepin. 206-362-8723. Pepins4@msn.com. 2 Madison Hts., MI. Doll Show. UFCW Madison Place. Doll Show Productions. Sharon Napier. 586-731-3072. www.dollshowproductions.com. 2 Mounds View, MN. Doll & Bear Show. Mermaid Event Center. C Promotions Plus. Carol Benson. 612-669-1613. 2 St. Charles, MO. Doll & Bear Show. Columns Banquet Center. The Spirit of St. Louis Doll Club. Tere. 314-423-2635. 5 Hatﬁeld, PA. Doll Auction. Alderfer Doll Auction. www.AlderferAuction.com. 215-393-3036. 6 Newark, OH. Barbie & Friends Auction. McMasters Harris Doll Auctions. Mark Harris. 800-842-3526. mark@mcmastersharris.com.

7-8 Gilbert, AZ. Estate Antique Doll Sale. Online auction 11/15-22. antiquedollsandtoys@gmail.com. 8 Albuquerque, NM. Doll Show. St. Paul’s UMC-Chapman Hall. Dolls4U. Anita Husby. 505-508-0351. 8 Anaheim, CA. Doll Show. Brookhurst Community Center. CA Doll Collectors. Sherryl Shirran. 714-827-0345. 562-596-6790. 8 Denver, PA. Premier Doll Auction. Morphy Auctions. 877-968-8880. www.MorphyAuctions.com. 8 Des Moines, IA. Doll & Toy Show. Iowa State Fairgrounds. Colleen Holden. 515986-1975. www.desmoinesdollshow.com. 8 Largo, FL. Doll & Teddy Bear Show. The Palms of Largo Resort. Judy Smith. 727-796-9412. Anita Munson. 727-953-7545. 8 Nazareth, PA. Public Dolls Auction. Dotta Auction Co., Inc. 610-759-7389. www.dottaauction.com. www.auctionzip.com. 8 Salisbury, NC. “A Fashion Extravaganza with Ginny & Bleuette” Luncheon. Country Club of Salisbury. Beth Nance. bethmnance@gmail.com. 8 San Jose, CA. Doll & Bear Show. Santa Clara Fairgrounds. Dorothy Drake. 775-348-7713. www.dolls4all.com. 8 Tulsa, OK. Doll & Toy Show. Bixby Community Center. Kyle Productions Unlmtd. 405-810-1010. 9 Davenport, IA. Doll & Toy Show. Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds. Eastern Iowa Doll Shows. Sherryl Newton. 319-610-3534. 9 Hunt Valley, MD. Doll & Teddy Bear Show. Embassy Suites Cockeysville. Collins Gifts Promotions. Wendy Collins. 603-969-1699. 9 Portsmouth, NH. Doll & Teddy Bear Show. Frank Jones Center. Wendy Collins. 603-969-1699. 14 Depew, NY. Buffalo Regional Doll Club Luncheon. Salvatore’s Italian Gardens. Patricia Kurdziel. 716-937-7816. 14-16 St. Louis, MO. Doll Convention. Hilton St. Louis Airport. Registration required. www.stlbjdcon.com. 15 Holland, MI. Doll & Toy Show. Holland Civic Center. Snowbabies of W MI & Muskegon Sand Dollers. Barb. 616-633-1720. vballbarb@aol.com. 15 Kissimmee, FL. Doll & Bear Show. Ramada Gateway. Knight SE Doll Shows. 803-783-8049. www.knightshows.com. 15 Tucson, AZ. Doll Show. Sabbar Shriners Center. Crossroads. Dorothy Drake. 775-348-7713. www.dolls4all.com. 15 Washington, NC. Doll Show. Red Men’s Lodge. A to Z Doll Club. Martha Robbins. 252-943-2969. Martythesmarty16@ yahoo.com. 16 Hasbrouck Hts., NJ. Doll & Bear Show. Hilton Hotel. JMK Shows. Jesse Kohler. 352-527-6666.

FRIZELLBURG ANTIQUE STORE

Annual Southeastern Doll Show

Sat. October 4th 10am-3pm Collett Street Recreation Center

300 Collett St. MORGANTON NC 28655 Antique Dolls • Collectible Dolls Wigs • Shoes • Costumes •Accessories Doll Appraisals • Jewelry • Other Collectibles DOLL KITS (VINYL & BISQUE) Dollmaking Demonstrations • Cash Door Prize $5 Adults - Children under 12 free FREE 2015 POCKET CALENDAR WITH PAID ADMISSION

Lovely long-legged Lenci in excellent condition with her original box! $2795

Contact: Sandi Walker 122 Main St. W., Valdese NC 28690 828-893-0640 email: sandicw@msn.com

Laura Turner, proprietor, 1909 Old Taneytown Rd., Westminster, MD 21158. Open Thurs- Sun 11-5. Call us with your wants, we have an ever-changing inventory 410-848-0664 or 410-875-2850.

Vendor Tables Available www.dollsanddesigns.webs.com/specialevent 22 Indianapolis, IN. Doll Show. Irvington Public Library. Indy Cloth Doll Makers. Katie Jones. 317-495-1626. 22-23 New York, NY. Theriault’s Gala Auction Weekend at the Waldorf Astoria. Theriault’s. 800-638-0422. Int’l. 410-224-3655. (F) 410-224-2515. www.theriaults.com. 23 Tinley Park, IL. Doll & Toy Show. Tinley Park Convention Center. Julie Bronski. 312-919-7135.

DECEMBER

2-4 Baltimore, MD. BEBE JUMEAU Study of Original Fashions Winter Session. Reservations. Margaret Kincaid. 646-709-4340. Margaret.kincaid@ gmail.com. 5-7 Monroeville, PA. Toys & Collectibles Show. Monroeville Convention Ctr. Steel City Con. 724-502-4350. www.steelcitycon.com. 6 Concord, CA. Doll Show. Crowne Plaza Hotel. Nancy Jo Schreeder. Elaine Cordova. 925-229-4190. vallejodoll@gmail.com. www.nancyjodollsales.com. 6 E. Syracuse, NY. Luncheon. Justin’s Grill. Triple O Doll Study Club. Leona Carbonaro. 315-635-9902. 6 Fullerton, CA. Luncheon. Crowne Plaza Fullerton. Frances Shelby. 714-847-2361. 6-7 Gaithersburg, MD. Doll Show. Montgomery County Fairgrounds. Bellman Events. 410-357-8451. 443-617-3590. 6 Harlem, NY. Doll Show. LeRoy Nieman Art Center. Morrisania Doll Society. Ellen Ferebee. 917-655-8531. 7 Wilwaukee, WI. Doll Show. Serb Hall. Orphans in the Attic. Sue Serio. 800-796-9649. 262-646-5058. 14 Buena Park, CA. Doll Show. Holiday Inn. Sherri Gore. 310-386-4211.

www.frizellburgantiques.com

OLENTANGY VALLEY DOLL CLUB OF OHIO

The Antique Doll & Toy Market Sunday, NOVEMBER 2, 2014 11am-4pm $7

43rd Annual Doll & Bear Sale

Seattle’s Best Show for 36 Years!

Central Ohio’s Oldest & Finest with over 100 Dealers

Sunday, October 26th, 2014

• 50 Select Exhibitors • Antique & Collectable Dolls • Toys • Teddy Bears • Miniatures • Accessories • Doll Stringing • Free Parking • Restaurant & Much More!

10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Antique, Collectible, Modern, Artist Dolls, Bears and Related Items Location - Aladdin Shrine Center

3850 Stelzer Rd., Columbus, OH 43219 Across from Easton Town Center (Exit I270 at Morse Rd/Easton)

Doll Appraisals • Free Parking Door Prizes • Food Available Doll Display - “The Wizard of Oz” Information - www.olentangyvalleydollclub.net Inquiries - olentangyvalleydollclub@hotmail.com

Red Lion Bellevue Inn, 11211 Main St., Bellevue WA 98004 I-405 Exit 12 SE 8th St, West on SE 8th, Rt at 112th Inquires: Lisa Pepin 206-362-8723 pepins4@msn.com 2202 NE 171st ST, Shoreline, WA. 98155

Edison Talking Dolls WANTED Any Condition Doug Burnett Music Museum

816-210-3684 Edisondoll@yahoo.com

106 W. Main St., Carlisle, KY 40311 859-289-3344 Hours: 11-4, Thursday, Friday, Saturday or by appointment. Visit us at www.kydollandtoymuseum.com Like us on Facebook at ky doll and toy museum ANTIQUE DOLL COLLECTOR

OCTOBER 2014

VICTORIAN RETREAT ANTIQUE DOLLS

ON THE WEB AT:

www.HoneyandShars.com New dolls added weekly

Lynne Shoblom 928-445-5908 or 928-713-1909 email: victorianretreat@msn.com Please check out my shop on Ruby Lane: www.victorianretreat.rubylane.com Website: www.victorianretreat.com Like us on FaceBook...www.facebook.com/VictorianRetreat

Member of UFDC & NADDA

Sharon & Ed KoLiBaBa Phone 623/266-2926 or cell 206/295-8585

Beautiful Dolls and Accessories at Reasonable Prices! Member of UFDC and NADDA

Email: honeyandshars@yahoo.com

WANTED TO BUY Dolls Made by Ann Mitrani Email: Tazie4@fairpoint.net or call 207-589-3229

MY LITTLE DOLL CO.

CERTIFIED DOLL APPRAISALS – Doll appraisals online at www.doll-appraisals.com by Certified C.A.G.A. appraiser, for insurance, bankruptcy, divorce, casualty loss, or just to see what a doll is worth, its history, etc. I can also do appraisals by mail. Victoria Way, P. O. Box 501, Tehachapi, CA 93582. Ph. 661-823-7828 or 661-972-7728. Please visit my website at www.doll-appraisals.com or www.antiquedollappraisals.com

Buy • Sell • Doll Repair • Consign

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

www.TheDollWorks.net

SARA BERNSTEIN’S DOLLS

443-223-4956

ANTIQUE DOLLS – French and German Bisque, All Bisque, Chinas, Limited Ed. Doll Plates. SASE. Ann Lloyd, 5632 S. Deer Run Road, Doylestown, PA 18902. 215-794-8164. Email: alloyd@nni.com RubyLane.com/ shops/anntiquedolls Member NADDA, UFDC ANTIQUE dolls and collectibles. LSADSE for color fully illustrated list. 10 month layaway available. Member UFDC & NADDA. Regina A. Steele, 23 Wheatfield DR, Wilmington, DE 19810-4351. Phone 302-475-5374 Email: RSteele855@aol.com Visit my website: www.ReginaSteele.com ONE OF FLORIDA’S LARGEST DOLL SHOPS... is just a short drive from the interstate. Come find the doll of your dreams in historic downtown DeLand, FL. We have a large selection of dolls over 100 years old, as well as vintage and one of a kind. Dolls of DeLand, 118 N Woodland Blvd (Hwy 17-92), DeLand, FL 32720 (386) 736-0004 Tues-Sat 11:00AM-5:00PM

Place Your Ad Here a classified marketplace for antique dolls and related merchandise Copy Ads: 35 cents per word, no limit; $12 minimum

K*R 117N 22” Mein Liebling $1250

WWW.MYLITTLEDOLLS.COM

Kathy’s and Terry’s Dolls Quality shop of vintage dolls, clothes & accessories 717-979-9001

Ads with a border and boldface, add $10 to word total BLACK AND WHITE PHOTO ADS we can convert your color ads to black and white 1/12 page ( 2 1/2” h x 2 3/8” w) $40 1/9 page ( 3 3/8” h x 2 3/8” w) $50 FULL COLOR PHOTO ADS 1/9 page ( 3 3/8” h x 2 3/8” w) $125 Please include payment with your ad. Larger ads are considered display ads — call us for information. 1-888-800-2588. Antique Doll Collector, P.O. Box 239, Northport, NY 11768 Classified ads due no later than the first day of the preceding month of publication. Example: May 1 for the June issue. 64

ANTIQUE DOLL COLLECTOR

OCTOBER 2014

Visit our shop at www.rubylane.com/shops/ kathysandterrysdolls

10 Sami Court, Englishtown, NJ 07726 Ph. 732-536-4101 Email: santiqbebe@aol.com Exclusively at www.rubylane.com/shops/sarabernsteindolls

Sherman’s Antiques

& Doll Hospital

1103 6th St. N.W. Winter Haven Florida 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 863-956-4333 or 863-221-4035. Email: Jerry@Shermansantiques.net Website: www.shermansantiques.net Member of UFDC and Doll Doctors Association of America

s ’ i z t FArnitique Dolls Kestner BRU with rare jointed feet $4900, FG in early black costume $2900, original AM 323 googly w/ pickles $995.

OUR UPCOMING SHOW SCHEDULE:

Sunday Oct 5th DOLLS, TOYS, BEARS show. Medina entertainment center. Medina, MN

Sunday Oct 12th TOLEDO DOLL & BEAR SHOW. Stranahan great hall. Toledo, OH

Sunday Oct 26th CHICAGO TOY & DOLL SHOW. Kane county fairgrounds. St. Charles, IL Saturday Nov 1st ROSE PERCY EVENT. Fairmont Olympic Hotel. Seattle, WA

Sunday Nov 2nd ANTIQUE DOLL & TOY MARKET. Bellevue Red Lion. Bellevue, WA Saturday Nov 8th DES MOINES DOLL SHOW. Iowa State Fairgrounds. Des Moines, IA

UFDC

Buying entire collections of antique dolls and dolls of merit. Email: fritzisantiquedolls@comcast.net Fritzi’s cell# 630-247-1144 Rick’s cell# 630-247-1219 Home 630-553-7757