Pursuing the unusual
Article Abstract:
It is not necessary to spend heavily when collecting bisque dolls. Collectors might consider buying unknown or lesser well-known dollmakers, or even buying damaged dolls and repairing them. Collecting dolls that are not sought by everyone else is a less expensive way to enjoy the hobby.
Publication Name: Antiques & Collecting Hobbies
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 0884-6294
Year: 1993
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Dolls of Norah Wellings
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English cloth dolls made during the 1920s and 1930s for the tourist market have become popular collectibles, especially those made by Norah Wellings. Tips on how to authenticate and assign a value to a genuine Wellings creation are provided.
Publication Name: Antiques & Collecting Hobbies
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 0884-6294
Year: 1993
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Hilda: Kestner's crowning glory
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German dollmaker Kestner started his company in 1805. His dolls, particularly the Hilda model, are beautiful, expressive creations which are quite scarce today.
Publication Name: Antiques & Collecting Hobbies
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 0884-6294
Year: 1992
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