lampshade and pincushion - Figurine - Half-doll pincushions (2) - Porcelain, Plastic, Metal, Wood, Fabric
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This vintage set of two porcelain half-doll pincushions, dating from 1920–1930, includes a Marie Antoinette-style figure on a pink plastic lampshade and a fabric-covered pincushion doll with two hatpins.
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Antique & Vintage Porcelain Half Dolls – Set of 2 – Marie Antoinette Lampshade Doll & Traditional Pincushion Doll with Original Hatpins – Circa 1920–1940
A charming and unusual collection of two decorative porcelain half dolls, representing two distinctly different styles of early 20th-century vanity and boudoir accessories.
This attractive lot includes a large, elegant Marie Antoinette-style porcelain lady mounted on a decorative lampshade, together with a traditional porcelain pincushion doll complete with two original decorative hatpins.
Both pieces display the delicate craftsmanship and decorative charm associated with collectible half dolls.
Doll 1 – Large Marie Antoinette-Style Porcelain Half Doll on Decorative Lampshade
An impressive and beautifully detailed porcelain half doll depicting an elegant 18th-century lady in the Marie Antoinette style.
She features an elaborate grey powdered hairstyle with carefully modelled curls, finely painted blue eyes, rosy cheeks and delicate red lips.
Her graceful pose, with one hand raised and the other resting against her chest, gives the figure a particularly refined appearance. Both hands retain their delicate fingers.
The porcelain figure is mounted on a large, flowing, dusky pink plastic lampshade, decorated with ribbon and floral embellishments.
The combination creates a striking decorative display piece, particularly suitable for collectors of antique half dolls, boudoir accessories and historical costume figures.
Dimensions:
* Total height: 26 cm
* Porcelain doll height: 14 cm
* Lampshade dimensions: 17 × 17 cm
Condition:
The porcelain doll has a visible crack to one arm, as shown in the detailed photographs.
The decorative plastic lampshade also has some damage, including cracks and splits consistent with its age and fragile construction.
There are signs of age and wear to the decorative materials.
Despite these imperfections, the doll retains her beautiful facial features, elaborate hairstyle and elegant overall appearance.
Please study the photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the condition description.
Doll 2 – Traditional Porcelain Pincushion Half Doll with Two Original Decorative Hatpins
A delightful traditional porcelain pincushion doll featuring a charming young lady with blonde hair and a pretty bonnet decorated with pink polka dots.
The figure has a delicately painted face with soft features and matching pink detailing to her clothing.
She is mounted on a generously proportioned, rounded pincushion covered in pale pink floral fabric, beautifully finished with layers of white decorative lace.
The cushion retains two original decorative hatpins, one featuring an unusual pearl-coloured spiral design and the other a dark rounded decorative head.
The combination of porcelain, floral fabric, lace and original hatpins makes this a particularly attractive example of a traditional collectible pincushion doll.
Dimensions:
* Total height: 16 cm
* Porcelain doll height: 9 cm
* Cushion dimensions: 14 × 14 cm
Condition:
The porcelain figure is in excellent condition with no visible chips, cracks or repairs.
The pincushion retains its decorative floral covering, lace trimming and two original hatpins.
There is some natural ageing to the fabric and lace, consistent with a vintage textile item.
Overall Description
An attractive mixed collection of two different styles of collectible porcelain half dolls.
The larger Marie Antoinette-style figure offers an elegant and unusual decorative display, while the traditional pincushion doll provides a charming example of the classic half-doll form, complete with its original decorative hatpins.
These pieces would make a lovely addition to a collection of porcelain half dolls, antique vanity accessories, boudoir decorations or vintage sewing collectibles.
The lot includes both dolls exactly as photographed.
Please refer to all photographs for details of condition, construction and decorative features.
Antique & Vintage Porcelain Half Dolls – Set of 2 – Marie Antoinette Lampshade Doll & Traditional Pincushion Doll with Original Hatpins – Circa 1920–1940
A charming and unusual collection of two decorative porcelain half dolls, representing two distinctly different styles of early 20th-century vanity and boudoir accessories.
This attractive lot includes a large, elegant Marie Antoinette-style porcelain lady mounted on a decorative lampshade, together with a traditional porcelain pincushion doll complete with two original decorative hatpins.
Both pieces display the delicate craftsmanship and decorative charm associated with collectible half dolls.
Doll 1 – Large Marie Antoinette-Style Porcelain Half Doll on Decorative Lampshade
An impressive and beautifully detailed porcelain half doll depicting an elegant 18th-century lady in the Marie Antoinette style.
She features an elaborate grey powdered hairstyle with carefully modelled curls, finely painted blue eyes, rosy cheeks and delicate red lips.
Her graceful pose, with one hand raised and the other resting against her chest, gives the figure a particularly refined appearance. Both hands retain their delicate fingers.
The porcelain figure is mounted on a large, flowing, dusky pink plastic lampshade, decorated with ribbon and floral embellishments.
The combination creates a striking decorative display piece, particularly suitable for collectors of antique half dolls, boudoir accessories and historical costume figures.
Dimensions:
* Total height: 26 cm
* Porcelain doll height: 14 cm
* Lampshade dimensions: 17 × 17 cm
Condition:
The porcelain doll has a visible crack to one arm, as shown in the detailed photographs.
The decorative plastic lampshade also has some damage, including cracks and splits consistent with its age and fragile construction.
There are signs of age and wear to the decorative materials.
Despite these imperfections, the doll retains her beautiful facial features, elaborate hairstyle and elegant overall appearance.
Please study the photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the condition description.
Doll 2 – Traditional Porcelain Pincushion Half Doll with Two Original Decorative Hatpins
A delightful traditional porcelain pincushion doll featuring a charming young lady with blonde hair and a pretty bonnet decorated with pink polka dots.
The figure has a delicately painted face with soft features and matching pink detailing to her clothing.
She is mounted on a generously proportioned, rounded pincushion covered in pale pink floral fabric, beautifully finished with layers of white decorative lace.
The cushion retains two original decorative hatpins, one featuring an unusual pearl-coloured spiral design and the other a dark rounded decorative head.
The combination of porcelain, floral fabric, lace and original hatpins makes this a particularly attractive example of a traditional collectible pincushion doll.
Dimensions:
* Total height: 16 cm
* Porcelain doll height: 9 cm
* Cushion dimensions: 14 × 14 cm
Condition:
The porcelain figure is in excellent condition with no visible chips, cracks or repairs.
The pincushion retains its decorative floral covering, lace trimming and two original hatpins.
There is some natural ageing to the fabric and lace, consistent with a vintage textile item.
Overall Description
An attractive mixed collection of two different styles of collectible porcelain half dolls.
The larger Marie Antoinette-style figure offers an elegant and unusual decorative display, while the traditional pincushion doll provides a charming example of the classic half-doll form, complete with its original decorative hatpins.
These pieces would make a lovely addition to a collection of porcelain half dolls, antique vanity accessories, boudoir decorations or vintage sewing collectibles.
The lot includes both dolls exactly as photographed.
Please refer to all photographs for details of condition, construction and decorative features.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Manufacturer/brand
lampshade and pincushion
Number of objects
2
Style
Vintage
Title
Half-doll pincushions
Country of origin
Unknown
Material
Fabric, Metal, Plastic, Porcelain, Wood
Colour
Brown, Cream, Pink, White
Condition
Fair condition - heavily used & with possibly minor parts missing
Height
26 cm
Width
14 cm
Depth
14 cm
Depiction/theme
Female figures
Estimated period
1900-2000, 1920-1930
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