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There are over 400 lots in this important two-day auction
and began a quest to find the rarest of the rarest of her dolls
A detailed account of the toys of early American youth through photographs and descriptions of actual examples
showcases her passion for French poupées
204 full-color pages
French Dolls in Folklore Costume, 1835-1917 Famous Doll Collectors There are over 400 lotsBy Florence Theriault. If you believe that ''costume is language'' then these dolls speak volumes. And so eloquently, too. A collection of nearly 100 dolls, each wearing their original costume from various regions of France, is presented along with detailed photographs showing the numerous elements of each costume. Original engravings, postcards, and historical material document the dolls. Hardbound, 180 pages. 10" x 10". BT 185