Porcelain/China Head Doll Sailor Motif

Discussion in 'Antique Discussion' started by Studio Antiques, Jul 7, 2018.

  1. Studio Antiques

    Studio Antiques Well-Known Member

    Hello antiquers!

    We have this doll for you today, and we're trying to find out more about its origin, specifically the number "9" on the back of the head. Any info on this piece would be greatly appreciated!! DSC_2935_20180707121130944.jpg DSC_2936_20180707121105364.jpg DSC_2937_20180707121034868.jpg
     
    Studio Antiques, Jul 7, 2018
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  2. judy

    judy Well-Known Member

    From your picture, she looks like a blond flathead china doll. Her high heel boots are later than the earlier flat shoes. Perhaps she dates from the late 1800's to early 1900's.

    The 9 is most likely the mold #.

    She has pale blue eyes, high color cheeks.

    Dress appears to be silk......as true with most antique silks, it is not in good condition.
     
    judy, Jul 7, 2018
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  3. Studio Antiques

    Studio Antiques Well-Known Member

    Thank you @judy !!! :))
     
    Studio Antiques, Jul 13, 2018
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  4. Bev aka thelmasstuff

    Bev aka thelmasstuff Colored pencil artist extraordinaire ;)

    Cross, Anchor & Heart meant Faith, Hope & Charity and were popular jewelry motifs in the Victorian era. Your title seemed to indicate the doll itself had a sailor theme. I think her dress design was for Hope.
     
    Bev aka thelmasstuff, Jul 21, 2018
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  5. Figtree3

    Figtree3 What would you do if you weren't afraid?

    Oh, I had not even noticed the anchors in the fabric. Good eye!
     
    Figtree3, Jul 23, 2018
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