Carmel Doll Shop -Early Dolls-


A fabulous French papier-mache in all original presentation should be on every early doll collectors list. This amazing example could be the one for you! Features, besides her infinite charm, include an especially detailed hairstyle with crimping, braids and a bun, and inset glass pupil-less eyes. On a classic leather body showing normal wear and scattered patching, the regional costume of largely red wool includes a lovely border of blue floral silk at the hem, a vest of royal blue silk, a cotton wrap at the shoulders, a cream cotton apron, and a lace cap. She wears original under things and simple leather shoes upon her feet. Simply put, a very pleasing example. Measures: 19 1/2" tall $3900.00

In all-original condition, this early, blue-eyed Papier Mache possesses lovely painted features and an attractive molded fancy hairstyle that includes "spaniel ears" and a bun to the reverse. On a classic Milliner's Model leather body with slender limbs and painted green slippers, she wears an original antique costume of silk brocade trimmed in fine lace and ribbons. Wonderful in a dollhouse!
Measures: 8” tall.

$1150.00



Six and one-quarter inches tall overall, is this sweet Frozen Charlotte with molded black hair in a classic style. Details include very nicely painted facial features, plus she has been beautifully costumed for Spring in cream cotton, with eyelet edging and a blue sash. In addition, she "wears" gorgeous underwear, cotton stockings and even little leather slippers! Oh yes, she is especially proud of her chic straw hat, which she swears is "imported" – very impressive, indeed. $650.00


Classic "Curly-Top" China child shoulderhead featuring a mass of molded black curls (note some rubs to curls), nice depth and detail to her large eyes, beautiful complexion with rosy cheeks, painted nostril circles and most important....a sweet expression. Measures: 6" tall. $250.00


Yes, miracles do occasionally occur – like finding this amazing doll in her original box! An all original Reinforced Wax shoulderhead, this little darling stands thirteen and three-quarters inches tall, bears bright blue sleep-eyes, a lovely curly blonde mohair wig and personality, plus. In addition, she has lovely coloring to her face, although there are a couple of surface fractures upon her head, at the right upper eye socket, and at the left temple. On a cloth body with wax-over arms and legs, note the bright pleasing color of her pink gauze over cream cotton dress, with its pink satin ribbon accents. Yes, original under things, pink silk stockings and shoes with silver metal buckles complete the look! Her pasteboard box, complete with informative label, does have losses, but its presence only adds to the already strong appeal of this miracle doll, circa 1880. $595.00

Rare “Hat- tipper” in wonderful original presentation as a butterfly catcher, complete with vasculum and net. This little nature lover has a bisque head with blue glass eyes, her original curly mohair wig and is on a wooden and wire body with bisque arms. When her mid section is pressed her arm holding the butterfly net moves up and down. She is wearing a wonderful silk dress trimmed in Dresden paper with matching hat and shoes.
This little one never gives up...she would be wonderful displayed in a dollhouse garden scene!
Measures: 5-1/2” Tall.

$2200.00

25” Parian Gentleman with a wonderfully detailed shoulderplate, which features a shirt front with gilding, plus blue decoration upon his knotted tie. Additional features include gorgeous coloring, brilliant blue eyes, wonderful café au lair hair color in a classic style. His cloth body features leather arms, and hands with individually stitched fingers. Best of all may just be his spectacular black wool tuxedo with tails and satin lapels. Do not miss his cream silk vest with pearl buttons or his classic leather slippers! A “handsome groom in waiting”, or a “currently dateless night at the opera” – you are the one to decide.

$2450.00


Extraordinary papier mache Fortune Teller, featuring an enchanting, delicately painted face. She wears a wonderful velvet robe, accented with gold bullion trimmings, along with a sorcerers hat and staff. The colorful “paper skirt” is actually the source of her mystical powers, as it is constructed of hundreds of expertly folded “fortunes” in French. This rare, early piece measures 11” from top of head to bottom of handsomely turned wooden stand. $2750.00



Early English (probably Montanari) poured Wax child with a wonderful, wide-eyed, wistful expression. Her large deep blue glass eyes are outlined at the bottom and top, with delicate coloring in her cheeks and rooted blond hair. On a cloth body with wax limbs, including bare feet, she wears an extraordinary costume – an antique French blue velvet jumper with sumptuous trim and lace-trimmed under blouse (note the extremely tiny tatted lace around the gigot sleeves and neckline). Her lace-trimmed under clothing is antique, as is her crown of silk rosebuds. This sweet child measures 16" tall. Please click here to view "au naturel" details $1750.00

An uncut sheet of six wonderful, hand-colored costumes with accessories and 4-1/4” tall paper doll.
Printed by Joseph Scholz, Germany.
Circa 1860s.

$395.00