Antique China Dolls
Antique china dolls were created between the 1800’s to the 1920’s. These are the dolls that people most think of as antique dolls. Most of these dolls were created in Germany, Denmark, Sweden and France. Often these dolls will come without any clear marking of their origins, finding a doll that has a traceable source is, of course, desirable.
It is virtually impossible to find authentic antique china dolls that is completely undamaged. Damage does lower the value of these dolls, but there is a certain amount of damage that can be lived with. Replacement parts, such as limbs, can be found and purchase both new and antique. Often you will find dolls for sale that have already had repairs or replacements on them. Before you purchase check to make sure that the head is well placed on the body and is secure and neat. An original head on its original body is more desirable, but often collectors will overlook a new body if it is size appropriate and works with the head.
When looking to purchase china dolls make sure to check the color and integrity of the porcelain. If there is yellowing this could be a sign that repairs have been made to the original porcelain. If there are cracks in the glaze or in the porcelain this is a sign or poor craftsmanship and you might want to pass on these dolls.
You will need to be wary of dolls being sold labels all original. It is very rare that a doll would make it this amount of time in its original cloths in perfect condition. When in the market for antique china dolls remember their original clothes would have been simple, anything to lacy or frilly is probably not original. With antique china dolls you also need to be careful of people selling fake antiques. If it looks too perfect and too good to be true, it probably is.
Current Antique China Dolls Items on Ebay:
Antique German China Dolls ID Guide 1840-1930 Bisque
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~ Beautiful ! Antique 4 pc Fashionable Dress Set for Parian or China Head Doll ~
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Antique China Head, Shoulder, Arms, Feet Doll Marked "Germany 7" 7 inches
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Pretty Antique Victorian China Shoulder Head Doll w/bisque arms & feet. 6.5 "
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LARGE ANTIQUE CHINA HEAD DOLL~CLOTH BODY~HIGH BROW~26"~CLOTHES INCLUDED
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Striped Fabric Vint 4 Antique French Bisque Bleuette-Hitty China Dolls
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