Theriault's Marquis Antique Doll Auction

I have no antique dolls in my collection but I do love to look at them. I adore the beautiful fabrics, the delicate facial painting and expression and the accessories. My favorite of all are the tiny, all bisque Mignonettes of about 5 inches. They do come is various sizes and were often called pocket dolls. Although most were created in Germany, they were made for a French market and thus showcased French fashion of the time. Many of these dolls came with complete wardrobes and all the necessary toilet items a young lady would need in the later 19th century and early 20th century.
This is a reproduction presentation celluloid budoir box designed by Jackie Chimpky.

Getting back to Theriault's upcoming Antique Doll Auction, the catalog is a delight to browse and an education in and of itself. Hundreds of gorgeous photos with descriptions and estimated valuations.

The World's First Elderly Doll?

Barbie Shopping Mall Play Set

If I were a kid, this would be at the top of my want list or already in my room. Mattel has really knocked out the big Barbie play sets this past year. A child would need a huge play area to have the  dream house and the mall set up at one time. When fully assembled, the mall is 4 feet wide!  That's plenty of room for more than one child to play.

The Malibu Mall play set is a ToysRUs exclusive selling for $74.99

See the video which shows the fun details. http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=34474886&cp=&parentPage=search

Superdoll's Happy Holiday Fashion Offering

Today Superdoll Collectables offered four fashions for sale. Each was 120. British Pounds or $188.63 US except for Bitter Pill which was 140. British Pounds or $220.07 US. Postage from the UK to the US added another $25.42.

Of course, I'd like to have all of them and although I was not planning to purchase anymore doll stuff through the end of the year, I did order Bitter Pill. It's quite beautiful.

Dreamscape looks appealingly frothy, sparkly and princess-like.

I'd need to see Emerald Oyster in person to appreciate it fully. The photos of all the black dresses were very dark. I adjusted the lightness and contrast in an attempt to bring out the details.

Etoile is even harder to evaluate due to the lack of visible detail. It looks interesting but what is going on around the neck and on the bodice? We'll have to wait and see for the buyers to post pictures.

Link to website:  http://www.superdollonline.co.uk/acatalog/SPECIAL-ITEMS.html

Happy Dolly-Days or All The Dolls That They Can Fit

Wave after wave of new dolls keep hitting the shore. Looks like there's something for almost everybody.

Techrat Dressed Fashion Figure
Jem and the Holograms Collection
Fourth W Club Exclusive 2014
Special W Club Suggested Retail Price: $130.00
Estimated Shipping Date: Approximately Spring 2015

That Holiday Feeling
Poppy Parker™ Dressed Doll
IT Direct Exclusive via Lottery
Limited Edition of 800 Dolls
Special W Club Suggested Retail Price: $120.00

Rare Appearance Dania Zarr Dressed Doll
Fifth W Club Exclusive 2014
Special W Club Suggested Retail Price: $130.00
Estimated Shipping Date: Approximately Spring 2015

À La Maison
Victoire Roux™ Dressed Doll
Suggested Retail Price: $99.00 US
Limited Edition Size: 500
Ship Date: Available for immediate pre-order from your favorite IT Dealers 

Départ Pour L'Orient
Victoire Roux™ Dressed Doll
Suggested Retail Price: $99.00 US
Limited Edition Size: 600
Ship Date: Available for immediate pre-order from your favorite IT Dealers 

Dolls look very nice. I'd order A La Maison if I liked Victoire's body. Her casual outfit is quite nice. 

Dania Zarr looks very sophisticated. I love the handbag and shoes. And, if her hair actually turns out looking like the promo, she's going to be a stunning doll. 

What do you think about this year-end wave?