Antique Teddy Bears and Dolls - Types History / In-Depth Pictorial Guide / Book

Description

MILLER'S COLLECTING TEDDY BEARS & DOLLS - THE FACTS AT YOUR FINGERTIPS
by Alison Beckett, Antique Collector's Club, Ltd., NY, 1996.
This
comprehensive
book "covers the whole history of doll-making from 17th century wooden dolls to contemporary
plastic
dolls - the antiques of tomorrow.  18th century papier-mache and wax dolls are are featured, as well as 19th century French fashion dolls and china and Parian dolls. Equally collectible are 20th century fabric dolls and plastic dolls as Barbie and Acton Man.  Teddy Bears were first introduced in the 1900s and this book traces their
development
right up to today.  Numerous companies including Steiff, Farnell, Ideal and Dean's have produced dozens of different bear and soft toys through the 20th century.  The variety of styles, colors, shapes and sizes of bears offers enormous scope for the enthusiast, and his book reflects the broad range available."
6.7" x 9.4" hardback with dust cover in very good condition.  176 pages.
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