Antique French Bisque Dolls - Makers Types Marks Values / Illustrated Book

Illustrated in color, this early out-of-print book provides a pictorial survey of antique French dolls with values [see date of publication]. FRENCH DOLLS: VOLUME II by Patricia Smith, Collector Books, KY, 1981.Here is a price and value guide [date of publication] by the author of many authoritative books for doll collectors. The best of the French doll makers are covered by chapter: Barnum P.T., Belton, Bru, Court Doll, Denamur, Fortune Teller, Gaultier, Gesland, H, Jullien, Jumeau, Ladies of Fashion, LeConte, Lejeune, Limoges, Mechanical, Mon Cheri, Mothereau (B.M.), Pannier, Papier Mache, Rabery & Delphieu, Reproduction, Schmitt & Fils, S.F.B.J., Steiner, Thuiller, Unknown, Unis, Verlingue, Wax, Glossary of French Doll Marks, Marks-Symbols-and Numbers, and Revised Prices for french Dolls -- Volume I. In this book, the reader will learn how to gauge the condition of a doll as well as what aspects of condition most affect prices. Whether you are thinking of buying dolls to add to your collection or just want to evaluate and understand an existing collection, this little book will provide a helpful and handy reference which will--in the long run--save you from mistaking reproductions or from over-valuing and under-valuing collectible French dolls.5.5" x 8.3" softback in good condition. 128 pages. FREE media mail shipping and handling for deliveries within the 50 United States. Rates vary for international mailings. read more