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By 1914 or so, all-bisque dolls usually sold for less than 50 cents at five-and-dime stores, candy stores, and craft stores. These charming little figures fascinated children who were intrigued with dolls small enough to fit in a coat pocket. But these little dolls appealed to adults too as party favors, cake decorations, pin cushions, and knick-knacks. Many women made clothing for these dolls of crepe paper, fabric, and ribbon, or created knitted and crocheted outfits.

Details

  • Title: Doll
  • Creator: J. D. Kestner, Jr.
  • Date Created: 1870-1930
  • Location: Germany
  • Type: Dolls from the Nineteenth Century, Dolls from the Early Twentieth Century
  • Medium: bisque, paint
  • Object ID: 78.10804

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