Carmel Doll Shop -German Dolls-



At first glance, your immediate reaction to this very pretty little girl might be "What is that Steiner doing on the German pages?" She does resemble her French contemporaries as she was intended for the French market, but this is, in actuality, a product of Ernst Grossman, who bears the distinction as being the first German maker to register the idea of ball-jointed bodies. This rare child, who stands thirteen-inches tall, has a perfect bisque dome head and skillful painting, boasts extra-lovely paperweight eyes, a closed mouth with painted lips featuring a white space between them, pierced-through ears, and a magnificent original full blonde mohair wig. A very interesting feature of the carved wood body, besides the original paint finish in excellent condition and the stamp on the back, is the French retailer's paper label. Those very special aspects can be enjoyed on the detail page. Adding further to her "French" allure is her bebe-style dress in midnight blue silk with abundant lace decoration. Delicate pink silk bows decorate both the dress and the straw chapeau, which is – a true masterpiece – not unlike Miss Grossman herself. Please click here to view details "au naturel" SOLD Thank you, K.

	Bonnie Babe

Talk about a doll that makes you smile, Georgene Averill's Bonnie Babe can make one break out laughing! It must be something about the endearing crooked smile and two lower teeth – such a happy expression that just rubs off on the onlooker! Anyway, this is an especially nice, big example at twenty-one and one-half inches long. Features include a flange head with extremely pretty, perfect bisque, brown sleep-eyes, an open mouth with teeth and wobble tongue and immeasurable expression. On the requisite "mama body" of stuffed cotton showing normal wear, the composition components and in very nice condition. Bonnie's presentation is quite special, as she wears a magnificent baby gown with luxurious cutwork and tucking, while organdy bonnet is a light and airy touch. Get you daily smile and a Bonnie Babe – right here! Please click here to view details "au naturel" $1595.00

	Kammer & Reinhardt 121

There is nothing that can compare, display-wise, to a grouping of babies...all different makers, sizes and faces...combined with a variety of baby accessories in soft shades of cream, pink and blue...marvelous! This lovely baby, a chubby, dimpled *KR 121** model, would love to participate in your display. She has beautiful, perfect bisque, brown glass sleep-eyes, an open mouth with two teeth and a wobble tongue, plus her original mohair wig in a nice full state. Her bent-limb body retains the original finish (save for some refreshing of paint to her fingers) and she wears a sweet christening gown and an extra-nice lacy bonnet. A classic German baby to build your collection upon! Please click here to view details "natürliche" Measures: 14 1/2" tall in seated position, 20" long. $1150.00

	J.D. Kestner 221 G O O G L I E !

My, what big eyes you have! Of course, she's used to hearing that and in response, she smiles even more broadly – and so will you when you meet her. A J.D. Kestner model 221, this very special Googlie is pleased to have retained an original presentation, but she is especially proud of her perfect bisque and painting, her big blue sleep-eyes, her gorgeous blond mohair wig, and her watermelon smile. Her chubby, jointed-composition toddler body is in excellent condition, as is her marvelous printed cotton dress with its matching panties. A darling lace bonnet, plus antique socks and shoes complete her presentation. What's not to love? P.S. She's almost eleven inches tall, and will be just a few years older than six on her next birthday! Please click here to view details "au naturel" $9200.00

	*Kley & Hahn*

This fellow is a gleeful *Kley & Hahn* character boy, a mold number 160-12! Details of this twenty one inch example include exceptional perfect bisque with deep modeling lending him an endearing expression, brown glass sleep-eyes, classic fly-away brows, an open/closed mouth with two molded upper teeth and a cute blonde mohair wig. On a very nice fully-jointed composition toddler body, our fashion-conscious young gentleman wears a handsome wool plaid suit over a cotton shirt, with a stylish, oversized bow. A respectable straw hat, and perfect manners make him the ideal gentleman companion for your very lucky girls! Please click here to view details "au naturel" SOLD Thank you, W.

22" Toddler by Kley & Hahn, mold 167 with incised mark, and K&H Germany. On a jointed toddler body, this little sweetheart has brown sleep eyes, an open/closed mouth and a beyond adorable expression. Her full mohair wig is original, as are her dress, pinafore and underclothing.
Circa 1912.

$2900.00



With simply an incised *“2”* on the back of his German bisque socket head, this very unusual character doll features deep blue intaglio eyes, fat rosy cheeks, a very nice auburn mohair wig and a somewhat pouty expression. On a ball-jointed composition body, he wears a fabulous, what we like to call “Nephew Sam” costume of stars and stripes, complete with tails, bow tie, pleated shirt, top hat and red leather shoes! Measuring 17” tall, this grand “old fellow” possesses much detail and sparkle...besides, he is quite a rarity! Please click here to view this patriotic son "au naturel" $1895.00