22nd Feb, 2024 12:00

The Important Private Antique Doll Collection of Austin Smith and Margaret Harkin - Part 1

 
  Lot 154
 


Lot 154 - Three rare early beeswax bristle dancing dolls
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Three rare early beeswax bristle dancing dolls

Sold for £1,700
Estimated at £800 - £1,000


 
Three rare early beeswax bristle dancing dolls, possibly 18th century, with black dot eyes, hair wigs, stuffed narrow waisted bodies, wax arms, original silk, lace and Dresden paper dresses, each mounted on a wooden disc with four bunches of bristle causing to dance from musical vibrations —3 3/4in. (9.5cm.) high (one missing eyes and slight damage to clothing)

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