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September Auction

September Auction

Lot 333: Two Porcelain Collector Dolls in Victorian Style Costume

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Start price: £2

Buyer's Premium:

A pair of contemporary collectible dolls comprising one large female figure and one smaller male figure. The female doll is constructed with a porcelain head, forearms, and lower legs on a soft-filled body. She features fixed blue glass-style eyes with applied eyelashes and a blonde wig styled in ringlets. She is dressed in an elaborate light-blue satin-finish and lace Victorian-style gown, featuring a tiered skirt, floral corsage accents, and a matching wide-brimmed bonnet. Accessories include two rows of faux-pearl necklaces. The smaller male doll features a porcelain head and hands with a short blonde bobbed wig and fixed blue glass-style eyes. He is attired in a navy blue velvet-style suit with a wide white lace collar, gold-tone button detailing, white socks, and tan shoes. The male doll is mounted to a circular green display stand. Both dolls are housed within a large rectangular cardboard presentation box featuring a cream and gold floral pattern. No maker marks or signatures are visible on the porcelain or clothing in the provided views.


Condition report:

Both dolls appear to be in good displayed condition. The porcelain components show no visible chips, cracks, or hairline fractures. The fabric of the light-blue dress shows minor fraying to the lace edges and light surface dust consistent with display (photo 1). The navy blue velvet suit appears intact with no significant fading. The presentation box shows significant structural wear, including crushing to the sides, corner tears, and general toning (photo 1).

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