Doll Collection (#2)

"They were all very busy in the playroom"(colour litho)
2813347 " They were all very busy in the playroom" (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Portrait of Three Girls, c. 1620 (oil on panel)
SGS66600 Portrait of Three Girls, c.1620 (oil on panel) by Larkin, William (fl. 1608-20) (follower of); 82.6x112.7 cm; The Berger Collection at the Denver Art Museum

Children in 1864
Latest Paris fashions for Victorian children, girls from two to eight years of age wearing three quarter length frocks and the older boy wearing knickerbockers. 1864

Girls with dolls and prams, Balham, SW London
Two little girls with dolls and prams on a Balham street, SW London. Date: circa 1961

Girl with doll in pram, Balham, SW London
A little girl hugs her doll in a pram on a Balham street, SW London. Date: circa 1961

Mlle. Lyska Kostio and her collection of dolls
One of the latest crazes in Paris in the early 1910s was doll-collecting. Apparently Mlle. Kostio took all her dolls with her when she travelled, and looked after them all herself

WINDOW DISPLAY, c1910. Boys looking at Christmas toys in a shop window. Photograph, early 20th century

Children dreaming of toys, frontispiece of A Christmas Tree Fairy, pub
BAL8407 Children dreaming of toys, frontispiece of A Christmas Tree Fairy, pub. 1886 (colour litho) by Mack, Lizzie (nee Lawson) (1867-fl.1880-1902); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

An alphabet of Dutch Dolls
Wooden Dutch dolls are contorted into the letters of the alphabet, showing off their supple wooden joints. 1912

Fairyland Fancies -- a little girl gazes into the fire, seeing imaginary figures of fairies, witches and goblins. late 19th century

Music at home - little girl at the piano
Elizabeth Jane, daughter of Sir William and Lady Maria Somerville, plays the piano on tiptoe. Date: 1866

Princess Elizabeth playing with dolls pram
The young Princess Elizabeth plays with her dolls pram in her miniature garden, attached to her miniature house. 1936

Mexico. Skeletal Catrinas, figures celebrating Dia de Los Muertos

INDIA, Rajasthan, Jaipur: Jaipur City Palace Complex, Indian Souvenir Puppets

Group outside Three Salmons Inn, Crickhowell, Mid Wales
The Three Salmons Inn in the town of Crickhowell, Powys, Mid Wales, with two men and a girl with a doll posing for their photograph -- perhaps three generations of a family

Cover design for Dutch Dolls Polka, a song by May Ostlere, published by Enoch & Sons, London. Arrangements are also available for orchestra, instrumental septet, and military and brass bands

Little Girl playing with her Sailor Doll, 1888
Illustration showing a little Victorian girl playing with her doll, which was dressed as a sailor. This image was originally entitled Now Geraldine Maude

Worry dolls, Panajachel, Lake Atitlan, Guatemala, Central America

Edwardian Mother
A Edwardian mother and her two little girls and their doll and dog pose in front of a screen

THE LITTLE LIBRARIAN
The little librarian A girl sits on a fur rug, with her doll and a cat for company, and chooses a large book from the shelf to read

Father Christmas with presents
A pot-bellied Father Christmas with lots of presents

The Childs Evening Prayer
LLM459912 The Childs Evening Prayer by Kaefer (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Childs Evening Prayer. Illustration from Bible Readings for Young People (Ziegler)

Back view of three geishas displaying obi sashes. Vintage 19th century photograph

Santa Claus with presents on a Danish Christmas postcard
Santa Claus with presents and tree on a Danish Christmas postcard. Date: circa 1900s

Advertising for Twin dolls in 1885 of the Twin House. (First Manufacture of the World for
XEE4408117 Advertising for Twin dolls in 1885 of the Twin House. (First Manufacture of the World for the manufacture of Beaux Bebes)

Portrait of Ann Proctor. Artist: Peale, Charles Willson (1741-1827)
Portrait of Ann Proctor. Found in the collection of Hammond-Harwood House

Purebred Rag Doll Cat, Blue point

Dolls clothes on a washing line

Windblown Lady by Muriel Dawson
A little girl holds her toy doll close as she walks during a windy autumn day

Portrait of Madeleine de Malaret, one of the Petites Filles Modeles of the Countess de Segur
XIR218922 Portrait of Madeleine de Malaret, one of the Petites Filles Modeles of the Countess de Segur (coloured photo) by Mayer Freres (fl.1850-65); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet

Dolls displayed in market, Cuzco, Peru

Matrushka - St Nicholas and the recipients of his gifts
Matrushka Doll illustration with St Nicholas as the largest figure and the recipients of his Christmas gifts - a slowly diminishing (in size!) group of children Date: circa 1920s

Pussy Cat, Pussy Cat
Pussy-cat, pussy-cat, where have you been? I ve been up to London to look at the queen. Pussy-cat, pussy-cat, what did you there? I frightened a little mouse under the chair Date: circa 1912

THE WONDERFUL STORY. Lithograph by Currier & Ives, undated

Rock a Bye Baby by Muriel Dawson
A little girl in a charming sun hat, sits in a hammock and rocks her doll to sleep

Little Fellah by Muriel Dawson
Charming rear view of a small child in a smock and large hat carrying a rag doll rather carelessly. Date: c.1925

Russian dolls, Siberia, Russia

Russian craft dolls for sale, Moscow, Russia, Europe

Girl Daydreams 1880
A girl pauses from her reading and daydreams of faries for a while. She sits in a hammock with her doll disgarded below

Girl asleep in bed on a Christmas card with Santa Claus appearing at the window. (2 of 2) Date: early 20th century

Gotokuji temple near Tokyo, Japan Japan

Gotokuji temple near Tokyo, Japan Japan

Gotokuji temple near Tokyo, Japan Japan

Gotokuji temple near Tokyo, Japan Japan

Gotokuji temple near Tokyo, Japan - home to thousands of manekineko cat statues

Gotokuji temple near Tokyo, Japan - home to thousands of manekineko cat statues

Gotokuji temple near Tokyo, Japan Japan

Gotokuji temple near Tokyo, Japan Japan

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"Dolls: A Timeless Reflection of Culture, Fashion, and Childhood Delights" Step into a world where dolls hold the power to transport us through time and space. From the beloved Shirley Temple Doll that captured hearts with her golden curls and infectious smile, to Little Miss Natty Fingers by Muriel Dawson, whose delicate porcelain features exuded elegance. Traveling across continents, we encounter souvenir dolls in traditional Hungarian costumes in Budapest, Hungary. These miniature ambassadors proudly showcase their country's rich heritage. Similarly, Welsh Girls in Traditional Costume from 1908 take us back to a bygone era when cultural identity was celebrated through intricately designed garments. In an unexpected twist of fate, Golliwog Meets Bulldog reminds us of the complexities surrounding representation in toys. This controversial encounter sparks conversations about diversity and inclusivity that continue today. The fashion-forward Betsy McCall graces the pages of McCalls magazine from September 1952. As a paper doll adorned with cut-out dresses inspired by real-life fashions advertised within its pages, she becomes every young girl's style icon. Venturing further back in time reveals Petronella Dunois' enchanting Dolls House from 1676. This meticulously crafted masterpiece offers a glimpse into aristocratic life during the Baroque period—a testament to human creativity throughout history. Artistry takes center stage as Arthur Sturgess' La Poupee captures our imagination with its lifelike features and intricate details—an ode to craftsmanship that transcends generations. Stepping outside onto bustling streets brings encounters with Nutcracker figures adorning store windows in Old Town Frankfurt—symbols of holiday cheer cherished worldwide for their whimsical charm. As we journey through time once more, we find ourselves amidst the vibrant energy of gift-wrapping sessions during the 1950s—a nostalgic reminder of simpler times filled with anticipation and joy.