The goal of this guide is to help antique doll collectors and sellers judge the age, possible country of origin and authenticity of china dolls. eBay is a fine venue for collecting and selling antique china...
Antique dolls need to be specially packed or they usually end up with shattered glass eyes or porcelain heads. I have been very dissapointed in the past because I have received many broken dolls and this...
Hello and regal regards again to all subjects of the thrift store realm!!! I have been diligently at work sorting through trash or treasures and have come upon a new topic for discussion, doll collecting!!...
The pates on antique bisque head dolls manufactured by Kestner are made of a hard plaster and attached to the bisque with a much softer plaster. The plaster for attaching can be softened quickly and easily...
Manufacturer's ID marks on an antique doll can appear on the back of the head (often hidden by the wig), on the shoulder plate, on the chest or back, or even on the soles of the feet (as in Lenci dolls). In...
Let me introduce "FROZEN CHARLOTTE" and her beau "FROZEN CHARLIE" ….charming ANTIQUE Dolls from the VICTORIAN era. To really appreciate these captivating dolls, one must know their history… I plan through...
I love the antique blonde mohair wigs! Unfortunately, some of them are quite dirty, causing the curls to have an ashen appearance. Have you been tempted to wash your antique doll's mohair wig? The results are...
The purpose of this guide is to educate buyers and sellers about so-called "parian dolls". There is some confusion between parian, china and bisque dolls. This guide, it is hoped, will help you figure out...
First of all, I have been making Reproductions of Antique Dolls for over 25 years..I can usually spot one across the room.. But, I'm not talking about dolls that reputable doll artists make.. I'm talking about...
You are at the annual doll show in your city put on my one of the local doll clubs. You suddenly spot an antique doll that is really calling to you. You approach the doll, looking her over and glance at her...