Author: David Spurgeon Publisher: ISBN: 9781574322439 Category : Celebrity dolls Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
Over 950 color photographs of dolls of famous people. Favorite dolls from television sitcoms and dramas as well as from movies are the largest section of the book. Other categories include musical groups and singers, entertainers, movie actors and actresses, circus performers, historical figures, sports stars, biblical dolls, and miscellaneous dolls. Listed alphabetically in each category by character, and the manufacturer, years produced, and any accessories or identifying doll features are given. Prices are quoted for mint-in-box, mint, and played with conditions. 8.5 x 11.
Author: Michele Karl Publisher: Portfolio Press (NY) ISBN: 9780942620559 Category : Celebrity dolls Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
This full-colour price guide includes the most recent secondary-market prices for 5000 dolls representing over 900 famous figures throughout time, from historical personages like Marie Antoinette and Thomas Jefferson to Hollywood legends such as Shirley Temple and Elvis to today's pop sensations, Britney Spears and NSYNC. Illustrated with over 700 photographs.
Author: Clara Hallard Fawcett Publisher: Read Books Ltd ISBN: 1473346894 Category : Antiques & Collectibles Languages : en Pages : 314
Book Description
This vintage book contains comprehensive guide to collecting dolls, containing information on the history of dolls, buying and selling, restoration, and a much more. Profusely illustrated and full of interesting information, "Dolls - A Guide for Collectors" constitutes a timeless resource for doll enthusiasts and is not to be missed by modern collectors. Contents include: "What is a Doll", "On Collecting Dolls-Where to Buy, What to Pay, and Dolls Worth Collecting", "Early Toy Dolls", "Dolls of the Nineteenth Century", "China-Headed Dolls and their Marks", "Bidque Dolls and their Marks", "Dolls of Papier Mache and Composition", "Hand-made Dolls", "The Christmas Crib", "The Cloth Doll", et cetera. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on dolls.
Author: Patsy Moyer Publisher: ISBN: 9781574322828 Category : Dolls Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
Contains over 600 color photos and brand new listings and values. Many of the more recent glamour dolls, such as the Gene and Madame Alexander lines, are showcased, in addition to celebrity dolls, Effanbee dolls, hard plastic dolls, Barbie dolls, Nancy Ann Storybook dolls, Shirley Temple, Raggedy Ann & Andy, Vogue dolls, and many more. No repeats from first five editions. 8.5 x 11. 256 pages.
Book Description
Collectors and non-collectors will experience the passion for collecting dolls in Ms. Garrett's second, FULL COLOR, black-doll reference book, which is a comprehensive celebration with up-to-date values of over 1000 vintage-to-modern black dolls. Doll genres celebrated, referenced, and valued include early dolls and memorabilia, cloth, fashion, manufactured, artist, one-of-a-kind, celebrity, and paper dolls. `A to Z Tips on Collecting,¿ `Doll Creativity,¿ and loads of `Added Extras¿ will entertain, enlighten, excite, and encourage the most discriminating collector. Readers will experience five years of the author's continuous and extensive doll research combined with nearly 20 years of doll-collecting experience. Black Dolls: A Comprehensive Guide to Celebrating, Collecting, and Experiencing the Passion, is an informative, must-have reference for any doll collector¿s library.
Author: Edward R. Pardella Publisher: Schiffer Book for Collectors ISBN: 9780764308550 Category : Technology & Engineering Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
The Shirley Temple Doll (still being manufactured today) continues to be the champion of the doll industry. In this book, beautiful color photos present a nostalgic gallery along with original doll advertising and publicity shots from the movies. The chronology of Shirley Temple's motion pictures is an important reference.
Author: A. Glenn Mandeville Publisher: ISBN: 9780875884806 Category : Barbie dolls Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
The ultimate handbook for passionate Barbie RM doll collectors! Delve into the fun world of Barbie RM doll collecting with authoritative tips from A. Glenn Mandeville, Marl Davidson, Priscilla Wardlow and Gary Ruddell. How to determine the value of a Barbie RM doll, what to look for, how to accurately identify, where to buy and sell, and how to protect your collections are guaranteed to enhance your collecting skills and fun. 100 captivating color photographs. A treasure trove of Barbie RM doll information for the novice and experienced collector.
Author: HowExpert Publisher: HowExpert ISBN: 1648918034 Category : Antiques & Collectibles Languages : en Pages : 143
Book Description
If you want to learn about the history of dolls, caring for and storing your dolls, starting a collection, buying, selling, and collecting collectible dolls, doll knowledge for collectors, and joining the doll community, then check out HowExpert Guide to Doll Collecting. The first toy ever made was the doll! Today doll collecting is the world’s largest hobby. Dolls remind us of our favorite childhood moments, a time in history that we are most fond of, and even a beloved art style reflected through the doll. HowExpert Guide to Doll Collecting can lead you through the stages of doll collecting. Whether you are starting a collection or adding on to one, there is a wide variety of dolls to choose from. These include ceremonial dolls, bisque dolls, rag dolls, and paper dolls, to the beloved characters like Strawberry Shortcake, Cabbage Patch Kids, and Barbie. Finding that doll that brings out your love for collecting is the easy part. In this book, you will learn the proper care for dolls, doll lingo, how to spot a replica, and tips on keeping a logbook. We even took a peek at the history of haunted dolls. The tips in HowExpert Guide to Doll Collecting will show doll enthusiasts just what they need to know to become doll collectors. Check out HowExpert Guide to Doll Collecting for learning about the history of dolls, caring for and storing your dolls, starting a collection, buying, selling, and collecting collectible dolls, doll knowledge for collectors, and joining the doll community! About the Author Charlotte Hopkins is a freelance writer from Pennsylvania; she is an author of nine books, including her children’s books, featuring Pixie Trist and Bo, and her “365 Days” series. She wrote the book, From the Dark Tunnel, about surviving child abuse, under the pen name Tori Kannyn. She was also published three times in the Chicken Soup for the Soul series, the Shadows & Light Anthology, and Authors for Haiti. She has released a line of journals and logbooks under “Kannyn Books.” She is also a collector of several items. Her first collection was keychains. She also collects penguins, wooden boxes, miniatures (including miniature books), journals, and pens. She just started collecting Magic 8 Balls and Pen Cups. She has a fondness for writing, photography, astrology, history, museums, and everything purple! HowExpert publishes how to guides by everyday experts.
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Author: A. Glenn Mandeville
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