Porcelain Dolls and Theatrical Figurines
Updated September 6, 2026
| Lot number | 78 |
| Category | Pottery, China & Glass |
| Auction | THOROLD Estate Furnishings & Collectibles |
| Date | September 22, 2026 at 9:00 PM EDT |
| Auction house | Amber Door Estate Sales Inc. |
| Location | Buck Creek |
A collection of decorative dolls and figurines featuring Victorian-inspired and theatrical motifs. The group includes multiple dolls with painted porcelain or ceramic heads and limbs, and stuffed fabric bodies. One tall doll is dressed in a layered lavender and purple tiered satin gown with white lace trim, a purple beaded necklace, and a wide-brimmed mesh hat adorned with fabric roses and feathers. Another doll is in a seated position, wearing a voluminous maroon satin-finish dress with gold-toned lace, ribbons, and fabric flowers. A small doll features a porcelain head and hands, dressed in a pink satin dress with matching bloomers and lace trim. The theatrical figures consist of a jester in a metallic teal and gold striped suit with a white lace ruff and a blue star painted on the cheek, and a ceramic clown figurine in a seated, pensive pose leaning on a blue umbrella. A law tag found on the maroon doll garment identifies the material as new polyester and cotton fibers, manufactured in China with registration for Ontario, Canada (Reg. No. Ont. 23M6018). Height of tallest doll approx. 13.5 inches (measured against a visible tape measure). Condition: The items are in good overall condition with minor signs of display wear. Small scuffs are present on the jester doll's shoes. The porcelain components and fabric costumes are otherwise free of visible chips, cracks, or significant damage.
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