Figurine - Porcelain half-dolls (pair) (2) - Porcelain, Textile, Metal

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This pair of vintage porcelain half-dolls depicting female figures dates from 1920–1930 and is presented with fabric skirts and a metal stand, measuring 17 cm high with small signs of age and use.

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Antique & Vintage Porcelain Half Dolls – Set of 2 with Original Fabric Skirts, Metal Stand & Bonus Porcelain Legs – Early 20th Century

A charming collection of two beautifully detailed vintage porcelain half dolls, each presented with an elegant fabric skirt, together with a bonus pair of miniature porcelain doll legs.

Both dolls feature delicate hand-painted facial details and period-inspired clothing, making this an attractive lot for collectors of antique half dolls, pincushion dolls and vintage porcelain miniatures.

Doll 1 – Elegant Lady with Yellow Hat and Long Ivory Skirt

A particularly attractive porcelain half doll featuring a finely painted face, delicate grey curls and an elegant wide-brimmed yellow hat decorated with pink flowers.

She wears a bright yellow fitted bodice with white detailing and has beautifully positioned arms, with both hands raised gracefully towards her head.

The porcelain figure is mounted on a metal stand beneath a generously gathered, long ivory-coloured fabric skirt, creating an elegant display piece.

* Total height including stand and skirt: 17 cm
* Porcelain doll dimensions: 8 × 8 × 8 cm
* Mounted on a circular metal stand
* Condition: Excellent, with no visible chips or cracks
* Particularly fine facial features and delicate porcelain arms

Doll 2 – Antique-Style Lady with Original-Style Embroidered Cushion Skirt

A lovely older-looking porcelain half doll depicting a lady in historical costume, with blonde hair arranged in an elaborate period hairstyle.

She wears a pale blue bodice with a large cream ruffled collar and delicate pink detailing.

The figure is mounted on a generously shaped dusty-rose fabric cushion skirt, beautifully decorated with floral embroidery and ornamental trimming.

The fabric has an attractive aged appearance, adding to the antique character of the piece.

* Total height: 16 cm
* Porcelain doll dimensions: 8 × 10 × 10 cm
* Decorative embroidered fabric cushion skirt
* Slight paint wear to the face, consistent with age
* Fabric shows signs of age and use
* Please examine the photographs for condition details

Bonus – Pair of Miniature Porcelain Doll Legs

Included as an additional collectible item is a separate pair of miniature porcelain doll legs.

The legs are delicately modelled with white stockings and painted shoes, featuring small attachment holes at the top.

* Length: 5 cm
* No visible chips or cracks
* Slight paint wear consistent with age
* Included as a bonus to the lot

Age & Collectability

These charming porcelain half dolls are believed to date from the early 20th century, approximately 1920s–1930s, although their exact age and manufacturer have not been confirmed.

Half dolls were popular decorative accessories during this period, often incorporated into pincushions, dressing-table ornaments and other textile creations.

The combination of delicate porcelain craftsmanship, elaborate period-inspired costumes and decorative fabric skirts makes this a particularly appealing collection.

Condition

Both dolls are presented in attractive vintage condition. Doll 1 is in excellent condition with no visible porcelain damage. Doll 2 displays minor facial paint wear and age-related wear to the fabric. The bonus porcelain legs have no visible chips, with slight paint wear.

Please refer carefully to all photographs, which form an important part of the description.

A delightful collection of two decorative porcelain half dolls, complete with their fabric skirts, plus a bonus pair of miniature porcelain legs. Ideal for collectors of antique porcelain, half dolls and vintage dressing-table accessories.

Antique & Vintage Porcelain Half Dolls – Set of 2 with Original Fabric Skirts, Metal Stand & Bonus Porcelain Legs – Early 20th Century

A charming collection of two beautifully detailed vintage porcelain half dolls, each presented with an elegant fabric skirt, together with a bonus pair of miniature porcelain doll legs.

Both dolls feature delicate hand-painted facial details and period-inspired clothing, making this an attractive lot for collectors of antique half dolls, pincushion dolls and vintage porcelain miniatures.

Doll 1 – Elegant Lady with Yellow Hat and Long Ivory Skirt

A particularly attractive porcelain half doll featuring a finely painted face, delicate grey curls and an elegant wide-brimmed yellow hat decorated with pink flowers.

She wears a bright yellow fitted bodice with white detailing and has beautifully positioned arms, with both hands raised gracefully towards her head.

The porcelain figure is mounted on a metal stand beneath a generously gathered, long ivory-coloured fabric skirt, creating an elegant display piece.

* Total height including stand and skirt: 17 cm
* Porcelain doll dimensions: 8 × 8 × 8 cm
* Mounted on a circular metal stand
* Condition: Excellent, with no visible chips or cracks
* Particularly fine facial features and delicate porcelain arms

Doll 2 – Antique-Style Lady with Original-Style Embroidered Cushion Skirt

A lovely older-looking porcelain half doll depicting a lady in historical costume, with blonde hair arranged in an elaborate period hairstyle.

She wears a pale blue bodice with a large cream ruffled collar and delicate pink detailing.

The figure is mounted on a generously shaped dusty-rose fabric cushion skirt, beautifully decorated with floral embroidery and ornamental trimming.

The fabric has an attractive aged appearance, adding to the antique character of the piece.

* Total height: 16 cm
* Porcelain doll dimensions: 8 × 10 × 10 cm
* Decorative embroidered fabric cushion skirt
* Slight paint wear to the face, consistent with age
* Fabric shows signs of age and use
* Please examine the photographs for condition details

Bonus – Pair of Miniature Porcelain Doll Legs

Included as an additional collectible item is a separate pair of miniature porcelain doll legs.

The legs are delicately modelled with white stockings and painted shoes, featuring small attachment holes at the top.

* Length: 5 cm
* No visible chips or cracks
* Slight paint wear consistent with age
* Included as a bonus to the lot

Age & Collectability

These charming porcelain half dolls are believed to date from the early 20th century, approximately 1920s–1930s, although their exact age and manufacturer have not been confirmed.

Half dolls were popular decorative accessories during this period, often incorporated into pincushions, dressing-table ornaments and other textile creations.

The combination of delicate porcelain craftsmanship, elaborate period-inspired costumes and decorative fabric skirts makes this a particularly appealing collection.

Condition

Both dolls are presented in attractive vintage condition. Doll 1 is in excellent condition with no visible porcelain damage. Doll 2 displays minor facial paint wear and age-related wear to the fabric. The bonus porcelain legs have no visible chips, with slight paint wear.

Please refer carefully to all photographs, which form an important part of the description.

A delightful collection of two decorative porcelain half dolls, complete with their fabric skirts, plus a bonus pair of miniature porcelain legs. Ideal for collectors of antique porcelain, half dolls and vintage dressing-table accessories.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
2
Style
Vintage
Title
Porcelain half-dolls (pair)
Country of origin
Unknown
Material
Metal, Porcelain, Textile
Colour
Beige, Multicolour, Pink, White, Yellow
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
17 cm
Width
8 cm
Depth
8 cm
Depiction/theme
Female figures
Estimated period
1900-2000, 1920-1930
The NetherlandsVerified
51
Objects sold
100%
Private

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