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On her 5th birthday, in the height of the Depression Years, Berta Leon Hackney’s father gave her a doll, and then promised her a doll a week...which pretty much turned into forever. Now, some 80 years later, the collection has grown from these childhood dolls into a world-class collection of antique dolls, automata, and dollhouses. Shown here is just a tiny sample of the wonderful childhood treasures from this collection, all to be presented at auction. PO Box 151 • Annapolis, Mar yland 21404 Toll-free: 800-638-0422 • Int’ l: 410-224-3655 Fax: 410-224-2515 • www.theriaults.com
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an extraordinary antique doll collection at auction Las Vegas S at u r d ay
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Elegant Bellagio Hotel
S u n d ay , M a r c h 2 8
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29, 2015
Ordering “Only Child, The Lifelong Antique Doll Collection of Berta Leon Hackney” The 260-page hardbound book, 10” x 10” with hundreds and hundreds of full-color photographs and important well-researched descriptions is available for $75 including after-auction prices realized and priority postage. (International orders add $15 for postage.) Or great savings can be had (up to 60%) when you subscribe to a 5 or 10 issue subscription. Call 800-638-0422 or go online to www.theriaults.com to order.
How to Bid at the “Only Child” Auction Come in person to view these exceptional dolls and join in the fun of bidding in person! If you cannot attend, you can leave absentee bids in advance, make a reservation to bid live by telephone at the actual time of the auction, or plan to bid live online (go to www.theriaults.com and click on “bid online” — and don’t forget to pre-register). Just give us a call at 800-638-0422 for more details about any of these bidding choices.
Want to See More? Visit theriaults.com and click on Florence’s Dollmastery Vignette Series. Videos featuring dolls from the Berta Leon Hackney “Only Child” Collection will be posted by March 10th. And then plan to watch the actual auction live on our audio/video feed right from the Bellagio Hotel. For more details contact Theriault’s at 800-638-0422.
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Schedule of Events Saturday, March 28, 2015 8:30-9:00 am: Early preview and walk-through of the entire collection with Florence Theriault.
9:o0-11:00 am: General Preview. 11:o0 am: Catalog Auction “Only Child, Part I” begins.
Sunday, March 29, 2015 9:o0-11:00 am: General Preview. 11:o0 am: Catalog Auction “Only Child, Part II” begins.
4:o0 pm: Discovery Day auction begins (immediately following Part II of “Only Child”).
A gorgeous 260-page hardbound catalog of the Berta Leon Hackney collection, with special features not available to online viewers, is available for $75 including afterauction prices realized and priority postage.
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Appraisal Services. Theriault’s expert team of
appraisers will be available throughout the weekend to appraise dolls you may be considering for placement in an upcoming auction. (Note: For larger collections, an appointment may be scheduled in your home. Please call 800-638-0422 for no-obligation information.)
The Florence & George Shop. Browse the
Florence & George line of authentic antique-style doll costumes and extensive library of doll reference books.
And mid-day hot fudge sundaes for all!
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THERIAULT’S TO PRESENT THE WORLD-CLASS DOLL COLLECTION OF BERTA LEON HACKNEY AT AUCTION ON MARCH 28 AND 29, 2015 IN VEGAS
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n her fifth birthday, Berta Leon Hackney was given a doll by her father. And a promise. Every week thereafter she could choose another doll to add to her collection. Thus, in the midst of the Depression Years, she, an only child, was blessed with this happy start to collecting that laid down the very foundation of her dollfilled home today. Growing up surrounded by dolls would be just the start. As Berta began her grown-up life, marrying Jay Leon, whose aristocratic family had fled from Madrid to New York and Texas during the Spanish Civil War, she began to spend more time in Mexico City where her husband’s steel business had brought the young couple. But that didn’t stop Berta from dolls! It was from there, in fact, that many of her prized pieces were discovered. In the 1950s, Mexico City was a well-kept secret source of fabulous antiques from the estates of European émigrés. Amidst those, of course, were dolls. Every week Berta would find a new doll from these estates: French bébés, German characters, early porcelains and parians, and so forth, thereby continuing on her “doll a week” tradition. Her collection grew and grew. During that time she still kept her house in Hubbard, Texas.
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Opposite page: from the marvelous collection of early porcelain dolls in the Hackney collection is this grand 35” lady attributed to Lippert & Haas of Schlaggenwald, and a very rare French bisque peddler doll with amber complexion and wonderful wares. This page, above: all-original early Jumeau bébé stands aside her alloriginal boy friend, with rare flocked hair, by SFBJ; a tiny size 2 E.J. bébé is totally original, sitting on her cherub decorated gilt chair, all alone, the only child. Right: examples from the fabulous collection of automata from the Hackney collection.
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Left to right: a demure blue-eyed bébé A.T. is one of three Thuillier models in the auction; Bru bébés are always best, but even better when they appear in these tiny sizes, 10” and 14”.
The dolls would be shipped there over the years and it was the place where her collection developed and was displayed until now. This house in Hubbard is like no other, a stunning original Victorian home from the 19th century. Large highceiled rooms, winding staircases, rooms opening into other rooms so the surprises never end. And just to be sure she would have enough room for her collection, when a companion Victorian home right next door came on the market, Berta bought and restored that, too. By the 1980s Berta was well becoming established around the world as a major collector of dolls. Being back in Texas now on a fulltime basis and having more time to interact with other doll lovers, she quickly became known and respected at auctions, clubs and conventions. And on her collecting went, never slowing in her pursuit of
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Above: another all-original bébé, the “incised depose” model from the Hackney collection of Jumeau dolls.
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Clockwise: beautiful early bonnet lady with glass eyes; the exceptionally rare “Scottish bonnet lady” with matching sculpted bisque stockings; Bru’s two-faced art character doll as candy container; pair of matching and totally original (in their original boxes) Jumeau bébés, and the extremely rare and handsome 23” Frenchman by Falck Roussel.
Would You Like to See All of the Beautiful Dolls in The Berta Leon Hackney Auction “Only Child”? Visit www.theriaults.com and look for ISSUU. Click on that and you will be able to virtually turn the pages of the catalog to see the exquisite presentation just as it appears in the print catalog.
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new treasures to add to the cases that now filled virtually every niche in her 18-room mansion. It seemed that the quest would never end. Then, as Stuart Holbrook, President of Theriault’s relates, the unexpected happened. “As I sat with Berta this past summer in her living room, drinking sweet tea and chatting in the same spot we had so many times over the years, I heard her say the words I never imagined I’d hear: ‘It’s time to sell my dolls and I want to see them go. I want to be part of their journey.’”
The eclectic nature of the Hackney collection is evident here, rare china and porcelain dolls, Asian bisque doll with original couturier costume and head dress, two-faced wax doll in original box, and a French menage of toy seller with a bounty of toys on original presentation card.
And what dolls they are! Hundreds and hundreds that range from exquisite French bébés and automata, to one of the most extensive collections of early porcelain and sculpted hair bisque ladies, from fully furnished dollhouses including an outstanding French chateau to German bisque characters, fine collection of French and German black dolls, a remarkable group of German handwind vignettes by Zinner and Sohne, fine mignonettes, and everything else you can imagine from rare peddler dolls to clowns with rare bisque character heads, to fine early dolls in their original costumes and boxes. A sampling of the types of dolls are shown here. More than 500 catalog lots will be offered in the two-day auction followed by several hundred more Discovery Day lots immediately following the Sunday catalog session.
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French bébés include splendid early Jumeau portrait girl, superb bébé “H” by Halopeau, and a petite brown-complexioned Bru bébé, size 0. Among the fine dollhouse and doll rooms in the Hackney collection is an outstanding grand French chateau with tower chapel and working elevator, and The Art Gallery room (below).
Would You Like to Scroll Through the “Only Child” auction catalog and place some bids right now on Theriault’s Internet bidding site? Visit www.theriaults.com and click on the Bid Online button. Go to the “Only Child” auction, and enjoy scrolling the entire auction. Remember it is a two-day auction so be sure to visit both Saturday and Sunday auctions.
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The auction will take place in Las Vegas on Saturday and Sunday, March 28 and 29 at the grand Bellagio Hotel. At this historic auction, fittingly entitled, “Only Child, the Lifelong Antique Doll Collection of Berta Leon Hackney,” her superb collection of dolls will begin the next step of their journey into new hones. For more information about the auction or to order your legends catalog of the collection (hardbound, 260 pages) call 800-638-0422, email info@theriaults.com or visit www.theriaults.com.
Clockwise from top: one of three splendid Schmitt et Fils bébés in the auction; two sizes of Einco googlies cast a sideways glance at their rare friend, Allie Dog; more from the collection of rare sculpted hair bisque ladies with exceptional detail of decoration; tiny size 0 French bébé is presented in his original window box with detailed trousseau; a pair of bisque sisters with sculpted fancy hair and original costumes; from the collection of Bru bébés of the Hackney Collection is this classic era brown-eyed beauty.
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Above: a bevy of French bisque beauties from Bru, Jumeau, Schmitt and Petit & Dumoutier are clamoring for a ride on a very rare childhood toy: a woven wicker carriage in the shape of an early automobile.
Above: a sampling from the collection of black dolls which were a special interest of Berta Leon Hackney. Left: among the rare character dolls is this 1358 model by ABG, who plays with her paper mache cat person.
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Berta Leon Hackney’s prescient and eclectic interests ranged from exquisite French bisque poupées to bébés, to early paper mache dolls in original costumes, early porcelain dolls such as the famed Morning Glory Lady, fine mignonettes and a bevy of jester-themed toys and playthings.
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A fascination with the simple hand-wind mechanical toys of the German firm of Zinner & Sohne and the French firm of Vichy sent Berta Hackney on a quest for rare models and shown above are some from her collection. Middle row: three rare characters by Gebruder Heubach, and the fine art character portrait of Native American by Simon and Halbig.
Right: possibly unique, the bisque character doll from the Renaissance of the French doll movement has luminous amber complexion and distinctive painting of brows.
Don’t You Wish You Could See More of These Dolls? You can! Visit www.theriaults. com and click on the button for Florence’s Videos. You can watch Florence Theriault’s video presentation and discussion of many of the dolls in the auction (available March 10).
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Men in military costumes pose alongside gentlefaced French bébés by Bru, Steiner, and Jumeau.
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Beautiful dolls filled every nook and cranny of the beautiful Victorian home of Berta Leon Hackney. Here are just a few of the French and German bisque beauties.
Would You Like to Keep These Dolls Forever? Order your commemorative 260-page hardbound catalog immediately to be sure it is not sold out. Every doll is shown in art-quality photographs with full historical and informational details. A wonderful book to enjoy over and over again, a great reference tool, and price guide with realized prices sent after the auction. $75 includes priority postage. Call 800-638-0422, order online at theriaults.com or use the order form on the inside back cover.
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Jesters, clowns, googlies and historical heroes have been special interests of Berta Leon Hackney. Shown here are rare models by Steiner, Simon and Halbig, Max Handwerck, and even a sad-faced wistful “froghand” Kathe Kruse.
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All the Ways to Bid AT A THERIAULT AUCTION
Every Theriault auction brims with new discoveries for your collection. So why not join in on the bidding fun? It’s easy and fun. Choose your favorite way to bid. choose from the following bidding options Bid in the Auction Room Come to the auction, because nothing compares to the excitement and fun of being there in person. Bid Live on the Internet Plan to spend the day at the auction in the comfort of your home. Watch and listen to the auction live, and get ready to bid live when the dolls of your choice come up for auction. Bid on the Telephone Choose your dolls, and then call our office to make a reservation for telephone bidding. We call you when your dolls of choice come up for bidding, and you bid just as though you were there. Bid Absentee Place your bids right up to the time of auction by mail, fax, email or phone. Advise us of the lots and your top bid. We will bid for you fairly and competitively.
Questions? Just call Theriault’s at 800-638-0422 or email info@theriaults.com and we’ll review all the details and help you choose the option that’s best for you.
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The World’s Significant Doll Collections Are Auctioned by Theriault’s the dollmasters
Dear Collector, For more than forty-five years Theriault’s has been known internationally for auctions of rare and beautiful dolls. Some of the collections we have sold are known worldwide, their owners famous and recognized, their scope immense. Some have been very private, unknown in collecting circles, their owners cherishing anonymity. And still others were quite small, choice, select. In each case, when called upon, we humbly accepted the responsibility of handling these collections with detail and care. We listened to your concerns and wants, respected your privacy if that was desired, or created a commemorative auction and catalogue for the family to cherish. And, always, attended to the business of realizing the most end-money in your pocket. During all of that time, I have been appraising and cataloging the dolls that appear in Theriault’s auction catalogues. It has been my privilege to work with devoted collectors, avid researchers, and among the world’s most beautiful and rare dolls. Of course, not each day is so privileged, and not each doll, at first glance, so beautiful or rare. My responsibility then, as I see it, is to keep my eye on the ball, to seek out in each and every doll what makes it special, and to give each and every doll its day. Until the dolls are finally sold, they are, after all, your dolls. And we never forget that. Never in forty-five years. Respectfully, Florence Theriault P O B o x 151 • A n n a p o l i s , M D 214 0 4 • Te l . 410 - 2 2 4 - 3 6 5 5 • Fa x 410 - 2 2 4 - 2 515 • w w w. t h e r i a u l t s . c o m
If you’d like to discuss the possible closing of all or part of your collection, now or in the future, please call 800-638-0422 to arrange an appointment with Stuart Holbrook, president of Theriault’s.
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“Where do you find all those wonderful dolls?” From collectors such as yourself. Whether the collection is small or grand, famous or private, a grand museum or a personal preserve, chances are that most of the dolls that we offer come from the home of a collector just as yourself.
Collectors know that Theriault’s is the go-to answer when it’s time to part with their collection.
After all, after 45 years of specializing exclusively in the auction of antique dolls, collectors know that Theriault’s is the go-to answer when it’s time to part with their collection.
Stein am Rhein Puppenmuseum of Switzerland.
Our white-glove concierge manner makes the parting easier, and our understanding of every collector’s concerns - whether buying or selling - ensures the best end results for you.
That’s why important museums such as the Stein am Rhein Puppenmuseum of Switzerland, and private collections such as those of Estelle Johnston, Hanne Büktas, Evelyn Heidepriem, the Blackler Sisters, and Susan Whittaker, have been handled by Theriault’s in the past few years.
That’s why you should contact Theriault’s when you’re considering parting with your dolls whether one doll or the entire collection.
“In the Company of the Gentleman Bespoken,” the private collection of Estelle Johnston of Atlanta.
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“ I want books with research and information I can trust,” some collectors told us. “I just want beautiful photographs of dolls,” said others. Those two wants merged into the guiding principle of Gold Horse Publishing — the publication of authoritative research on dolls presented in captivating, art-quality books. Whether you are ordering for a gift or for use in your own library, our knowledgeable staff is ready to help you with your selections.
Introducing Florence & George In the early 1980s, Florence and George Theriault opened a small mail-order company, Dollmasters, as a companion to their renowned auction house, Theriault’s of Annapolis, Maryland. From its beginning the firm specialized in memorabilia from vintage childhoods, designed for the adult collector. Now that it is time for a change, we couldn’t pick a better name than “Florence & George." Whatever the name, though, you’ll find we have what you are looking for, because we don’t just remember childhood, we revere it.
T he B ru Bo ok R e v i s e d E di t ion By Francois Theimer. English Edition edited by Florence Theriault. The Bru Book has stood at the pinnacle of the antique doll world for years, not only as the finest work on the prestigious French doll firm, but also as the definitive example of what an antique doll book should be: completely detailed history from the people to the patents, fully photographed in every detail and even more fully illustrate Bru’s rich history. Hardbound. 9” x 12”. 234 pages. BT-198. $75.
Th e Ju me au B ook By Francois Theimer and Florence Theriault. A remarkable book about the most pivotal firm in doll history. The rise and fall of the French Jumeau family through six decades of the 19th century is fascinating reading for even the non-doll collector. Detailed color photographs, chronologies, early catalogues and advertising, and sections on original costumes. This is the one book for everyone who collects and loves the Jumeau doll. 8.5" x 11". Hardbound. 425 pages. BT-134. $75.
| T he E ncycl op e dia of Fre nc h Dol l s By Francois Theimer. English Edition edited by Florence Theriault.Readers will find this book informative and fascinating reading about French doll history of the 19th century up to 1925. Thousands of references to doll firms, inventors, stores, and actual dolls are arranged alphabetically within the 600 pages of this work, enabling collectors for the first time to research and document their antique doll treasures. Well-indexed, more than 4000 illustrations and color photographs. Hardbound. 8.5” x 11”. 664 pages. Two-volume set. BT-218. $149.
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American Dolls from the 1950s Choose from Theriault’s reference library of American dolls from the 1950s, available from Florence and George. Each book is full color with informative descriptions and price key. Call 800-966-3655 to order or visit www.florenceandgeorge.com
Th e L eg en da ry D ol ls of Mada me Al ex an de r 8.5" x 11". Softbound. 96 pages. BT-159. $39.
Pa s t P e r f e ct 8.5" x 11". Softbound. 100 pages. BT-278. $49.
Th e Fabu l ou s Fif t ie s 8.5" x 11". Softbound. 144 pages. BT-298. $49.
Ba r b i e R a r i t i e s } 8.5" x 11". Softbound. 216 pages. BT-121. $45.
To th e Manor B orn 8.5" x 11". Softbound. 144 pages. BT-289. $49.
To request a free Florence & George Spring catalog call 800-966-3655.
A m e r ica n D oll s f rom t he G olde n Ye a r s 8.5" x 11". Softbound. 136 pages. BT-243. $45.
H i I’ m G i n n y } 8.5" x 11". Softbound. 68 pages. BT-190. $39.
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Books about Doll Fashion from the Florence and George Shop Each book features hundreds of wonderful antique costumes, bonnets, shoes and accessories for antique fashion ladies and child dolls.
" Fanc y T h at!" Doll costumes and accessories, 1850-1925. 8 ½" x 11". Softbound. 136 pages. Full-color. BT-223. $39.
S t i t che s In T i m e : D oll Costumes and Acce s s or i e s , 1 85 0–1 9 2 5 8 ½" x 11". Softbound. 135 pages. BT-158. $39.
F i t t i ng and P rop e r , Dol l C o s t u m e s and Acce s sorie s, 1 85 0- 1 9 2 5 8 ½" x 11". Softbound, 112 pages. Full-color. BT-281. $49.
P e rf e c t ly Fit t ing: Ant iqu e Dol l C ost u me s, 18 4 0– 19 2 5 8 ½" x 11". Softbound. 140 pages. BT-204. $39.
Wh at Dol l s Wore Be f ore, 1850–1925 8 ½" x 11". 152 pages. BT-172. $39.
T he T i e s T hat B i n d , 1 82 0–1 9 1 0 8 ½" x 11". Softbound. 120 pages. BT-268. $49.
F i t s a nd Start s, 1 85 0–1 92 5 8 ½" x 11". Softbound. 136 pages. BT-254. $49.
Th e Way Th e y Wore , 18 50– 19 2 5 8 ½" x 11". Softbound. 120 pages. BT-128. $33.
In Their Fashion, 1850–1925 8 ½" x 11". Softbound. 144 pages. BT-139. $39.
T rou s s e au Of B lon di n e t t e 8 ½" x 11". Softbound. 80 pages. BT-148. $33.
For more antique doll costumes, literature and doll-related historical research books on the subject, call F&G at 800-966-3655 or visit florenceandgeorge.com for all your doll needs.
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Exclusively Florence & George, authentic styles re-created for you from 19th century originals, made of pure silks, cotton and lace. From our line of more than 300 authentically styled vintage doll costumes. Visit florenceandgeorge.com to see more. C o t t on P r i n t G ow n f or L ady Doll s } Pretty china lady dolls with sculpted hair have traditionally worn this style of gown. Ours is trimmed with magenta silk ribbons and lace. To fit lady doll about 17". 4" shoulder width. 6" waist. CF-246. $35.
Co tt on Pri n t Lady Co s tum e In contrasting transfer prints reminiscent of mid-19th century, the two-piece ensemble is perfect for your larger lady dolls. To fit 26" lady doll. 6" shoulder width. CF-251. $53.
Dai nty Appl e Gr een Dres s The apple green cotton print is accented by an apple green silk front panel and bands of delicate box pleats. To fit about 16" lady doll. 3 ½" shoulders. 7 ½" waist. 11 ½" overall. CF-272. $43.
| B ronz e Gre e n Sil k E nse mbl e Cream piping edges the jacket front and tails, with a ruched insert at the back for more detail., along with full skirt having extended side panels. To fit lady doll about 19". 4" shoulder width. 6" waist. CP-341. $49. B u rg u n dy Si lk Fash ion E n s e m b le } Designed for plump torso lady doll or slender child doll. Of rich burgundy silk with laceedged gathers at the sleeve edges, waist and forming a ruffly placket. With matching gathered skirt. Fully lined. To fit doll about 18". 4" shoulder width. 9" waist. CF-221. $57.
| Ap p l e Gre e n and Rose Sil k L ady' s E nse mbl e A crisp apple green silk two-piece gown features extended front flaps on the fitted jacket, with lace at the neckline and wrists. The skirt features box pleats all around above a band of stitched-down gathers above a wide hem ruffle. The jacket and skirt are both trimmed with bands and piping in a soft rose silk. The gown is fully lined, with hookand-eye closures. To fit 13" lady dolls. Waist is 8", overall length is 12". CF-239. $65.
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Today’s Treasures, Tomorrow’s Antiques from Acclaimed Contemporary Dollmakers
Classic R. John Wright Collectible Dolls | Fore ve r, B ride and Groom The latest in the delightful mouse creations by the celebrated American artist, R. John Wright, is this happy pair. Both of finest mohair with neck and shoulder jointing, glass eyes and inset whiskers. She with flowing tulle veil decorated with silk flowers to match her bouquet, and he with jaunty molded top hat, felt collar, grosgrain tie, and silk flower boutonniere. At 3” tall, perfect as wedding cake toppers, even better to own forever. SD1279. $750 for the pair.
Holly Fa i ry By R. John Wright. Based on the illustrations of renowned artist, Cicely Mary Barker, the Holly Fairy is a delightful gossamer-winged sprite, constructed of the finest allwool felt, holding a stalk of festive Christmas holly. Limited Edition of 150 pieces. 11 ½”. SD-1299. $825.
Tom , T he Su m m e r Mou s e By R. John Wright. Tom, is a dark brown mouse wearing a green checkered cotton jacket and a molded felt “button beanie” decorated with tiny multi-colored buttons. These caps became popular in the 30s and 40s when kids would repurpose their Dads’ old fedoras by flipping them inside out, turning up the brim, and trimming the excess into pointy scallops. Tom comes ready for summertime play with his own custom-made all-wood hoop and stick game! Limited edition of only 150. 3 ½”. SD-1289. $395.
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Maggie Iacono One of the most celebrated contemporary doll artisans, Maggie Iacono has long been recognized for creating dolls of unsurpassed quality in construction, fashion, posability and desirability. | Little Elise A loving tribute to one of the most popular dolls Maggie Iacono has ever created, Little Elise may be dedicated to the past but she’s appearing in a fresh new 11” size. Her felt dress has been specially dyed for a two-toned transition effect moving from the green grass to the blue sky. 11”. SD-538. $650.
Little Bo Peep Little Bo Peep’s cream felt wide-brimmed hat is perfect for keeping the sun out of her eyes while she hunts for her lost sheep. Now the hat’s array of felt flowers? They’re just a beautiful perk. Peep also wears a voluminous Polonaise-style overdress consisting of a silk plaid overskirt which reveals a salmon pink underskirt with textural stripes. The bodice of the overdress is sea foam green felt with individual felt-covered buttons and elbow-length sleeves with deep lace flounces. She also wields hand-carved wooden crook by her side, ever in search of her sheep. 15 ½”. SD-1296. $995. | Vi rg i n i a by Maggie Iac ono With delicate stitchwork and embroidery crafted by Maggie Iacono’s skillful hands, Virginia is a prime example of the preeminent artist’s work. Virginia’s dress features a deep blush organza overskirt decorated with appliqué felt berries and flowers. Her cream wool bonnet captures brunette braids and frames her lovely hand-painted face. Articulation of the head, shoulders, elbows, hips, and knees allows dainty posing. 16 ½”. SD-1001. $975. toll-free 800-966-3655 | florenceandgeorge.com | Florence & George
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Li ttl e B u d s } A trio of jolly spring mohair flower-themed teddy bears with two-toned pastel colors by noted American artist, Jane Monroe. Each 10" bear is signed and dated by the artist. Lime and Pink. TB-656. $149. Blue and Ecru. TB-657. $149. Lavender and Yellow. TB-658. $149. | Fa ncy Fo o t w e a r A closet full of shoes and, honestly, she doesn’t look particularly pleased with any of them. 2". WF-042. $168. Puddle s by R . Joh n Wr ig ht } The latest springtime friend from the renowned American artist, made of finest Schulte wool and German mohair plush, with jointed neck and moveable wings, wearing Sou'wester rain hat and carrying a wooden-handled umbrella. From a very limited edition of only 150 so order quickly. 5"h. SD-1292. $395. Spri ng Vi l l ag e Have you ever stopped to wonder what happened in your Christmas village when the snow melted, the deer left and Santa took his post-rush vacation? Wonder no more as the ice has thawed and the beautiful spring pastels of all three of these buildings are here to brighten your season. Each is made of the same traditional cardboard construction as their Christmas counterparts and each has a small hole in the back to insert a light.
Blue Roof Bungalow 8 ½". HE-204. $32.
Single Steeple Church 14". HE-199. $45.
Pink Roof Cottage 9". HE-200. $32.
Sp e c k l e d Fre sh E ggs in Ant iqu e St yl e B ox One dozen eggs (actually, delicate paper mache egg shells) are decorated in pastel spring colors, with speckled finish, and presented in an antiquestyle egg carton with lithographed image of two little children emerging from similar eggs. 10" box. Eggs are the size of medium real egg. HE-071. $23.
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| C ha d w i t h C hick s Chad always dreamed of having a group of chicks all to himself, and now he does, an entire hatful, in fact, in this charmingly nostalgic paper mache figure. 6". HE-038. $29.
Li nnea } Handmade by American bear artist Jane Monroe. A small blue daisy adorns the yellow ribbon that this two-toned mohair bear proudly wears around its neck. The fully jointed bear also possesses an original center-seam design and hand-painted German glass eyes. 12". TB-639. $198.
A C h arming Sp ringt ime Ride An endearing and imaginative view of childhood in a paper mache figural group from Bethany Lowe. The young lad holds tight to his frightened sister as they travel atop a large decorated egg being pulled by a team of bunnies. 7". HE-042. $65.
Hett i e t h e B ear by Ja r e d Mon roe With a smile so wide it spreads from side to side, accentuating her felt-backed glass eyes, Hettie has so much to make her happy. She knows that she's special. After all, how many pale yellow and grey teddies have you seen? Her cotton skirt matches the color of her hand-dyed 100% mohair coat, and air-brushed details add a special touch. 10". TB-597. $165.
A Trio of Bunny G i r l s Each of the three paper mache girls is holding a springtime basket and is wearing a white bunny costume to match the paper mache bunny they are playing with.
Little Bo Peep } She knows the nursery rhyme, and that's why Little Bo Peep knows to "leave them alone and they'll come home". The sweet paper mache child is posed in a charming patiently waiting manner. 8". HE-102. $45.
Feeding the Bunny. 7 ½"h. HE-165. $29. Holding the Bunny. 5 ½"h. HE-192. $29. Counting with the Bunny. 5"h. HE-191. $29.
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Our Bavarian Pewter Art may be new, but the process by which they are made is not. Utilizing techniques over two centuries old, each piece is hand-cast from molds that were handsculpted, and each individual piece is entirely hand-painted. We offer an assortment of decorations for everything from your mantle place to your Springtime window display. As each piece is hand-painted, some minor variations in colors from the pictures shown could exist. Each rests upon a signed and dated, weighted base.
Bunny Fa rmer Out there in fields where the Bunny Farmer farms for his meals, he gets his back into his living. 3 ½"h. x 3 ½"w. HE-188. $75.
| Ge rman B u nny Work shop Easter is coming soon, and this is one bunny who is going to be ready. The soft pewter piece, made in Germany in the traditional 19th century manner, is vibrantly hand-painted with three-dimensional sculpting for added detail. 4". HO-697. $65.
T u li p B ouqu e t Is this young bunny lady carrying her tulip bouquet as a gift for someone else, or are they destined for her own home? 3 ½"h. x 3"w. HE-189. $75.
Young L ov e B u n n i es i n a B oat A girl and boy bunny on a boat ride with a basket of Easter eggs and spring flowers, along with three little birds. 5"l. HE-065. $89.
B u nny B oy on Woode n Sw ing No better way to spend a lazy spring day then swinging back and forth. 5"h. x 5 ½"w. HE-186. $93.
| Mot h e r B u nny w it h H e d ge hog in Goat Cart Each time you look at this charming soft metal figural you see different details. Like the hedgehog who peers over the front of the cart, the perching birds, the decorated holiday eggs, and the polkadot details of Mother Bunny's dress. 5". HO-843. $75.
| F e e di ng C hick s A petite ornament, which features a boy bunny feeding a pair of chicks, perfect for a window, be it on the front door, your living room, or even your car. 2". HE-086. $31.
Se e Saw M ice } What else could a trio of young mice siblings use a cracked Easter egg for, but as a seesaw as in this hand-painted soft metal piece. 3". HE-146. $49.
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Egg Sc r a mb l e He had three eggs, but a couple of cute chicks have "liberated" them. Thankfully, half the fun is the pursuit. 2". WF-007. $94.
Florence & George is delighted to introduce a family of fanciful miniature mice, handcrafted in the USA by the Petersen family since 1972. Annette Petersen crafted her first little mouse nearly four decades ago, and today is joined in the wee mouse world by Annette, Willy and Donna, the next generation of Petersens. They describe their creative process this way. "We make the mold, cast it, and a little mouse begins to emerge. Meticulous hand-painting and an enormous amount of patience and time brings each sculpture to life". All of the Wee Forest Folks are hand-crafted entirely in the small town of Carlisle in eastern Massachusetts.
Romeo & Juli et Wherefore art thou Romeo? He's standing right below Juliet, but he could be standing in your house tomorrow, if you order now. 2 ½". WF-008. $210.
R a i n drop s Seeking shelter from the rain drops, is this petite mouse. Below her, ripples from the raindrops can be seen sculpted in the water. 2". WF-012. $168.
C a r n i va l K e e p sa k e He won a pink bear for her, and she bought him a soda for his efforts; so far, it's been a great carnival. 2". WF-060. $159.
| Little Jar of Jam Standing atop a jar from "Nibblenut Farm", this little mouse is ready to start scooping out the goodies. 1 ½". WF-010. $79.
Hone y B e ar If he who has the most honey is the happiest, this jovial bear is perhaps the happiest being on the planet. 3". WF-062. $118. | E gg Hu nt From the renowned Wee Forest Folk firm of Massachusetts comes this statuette of a petite country mouse finding her latest prize. Signed and dated on base. 2". WF-034. $110.
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