Figurine - Half-doll pincushion figures (three) (3) - Porcelain

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This set of three vintage porcelain half-doll figures dates from 1920–1930, and one is mounted on a fabric pincushion.

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Antique & Vintage Porcelain Half Dolls – Set of 3 – Original Pincushion – Art Deco & Period Costume Styles – Excellent Condition

A charming collection of three beautifully detailed porcelain half dolls, featuring different styles and decorative finishes, including one mounted on a traditional fabric pincushion.

Each doll displays delicate facial features, expressive poses and attractive hand-painted detailing. Together, they form a lovely collection representing the variety of designs found in early 20th-century porcelain half dolls.

Doll 1 – Elegant Lady with Original Pincushion

A beautiful porcelain lady wearing a pale purple dress with a striking orange centre detail. She has softly curled blonde hair and an elaborate pale green and white bonnet decorated with an orange bow.

The doll is mounted on a generously proportioned brown fabric pincushion with gathered tiers of material, creating the appearance of a full period skirt.

A particularly attractive example with delicate facial features and beautifully preserved porcelain.

* Total height including cushion: 14 cm
* Porcelain doll height: 7 cm
* Cushion dimensions: 8 × 8 cm
* Condition: Excellent, no chips or damage

Doll 2 – Art Deco Lady with Pink Hat

A delightful Art Deco-style porcelain half doll depicting a fashionable young lady wearing a pink cloche-style hat with pale green ribbon detailing.

She has blonde curled hair and an expressive pose, with one hand resting against her cheek and the other positioned on her hip.

The sculpted arms and elegant pose make this an especially decorative example.

* Marked: Foreign
* Serial number: 13955
* Dimensions: 7.5 × 6 × 2 cm
* Condition: Excellent, no chips or damage

Doll 3 – Period Lady with Grey Hair and Ruffled Collar

A charming porcelain half doll depicting an elegant lady with beautifully styled grey hair, reminiscent of an 18th-century powdered hairstyle.

She wears a delicate pink dress with a pale green and white ruffled collar, complemented by fine hand-painted facial features.

Her hands are gracefully positioned in front of her, creating a refined and feminine appearance.

* Marked: Foreign
* Dimensions: 7.5 × 4 × 2 cm
* Condition: Excellent, no chips or damage

Overall Condition

All three porcelain dolls are in excellent condition, with no chips, cracks or damage.

The pincushion retains its attractive gathered fabric skirt, showing the character expected of an older textile piece.

A delightful mixed collection of vintage porcelain half dolls, ideal for collectors of antique pincushion dolls, Art Deco porcelain and decorative miniature figures.

Please examine all photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of the description.

The dolls will be carefully packaged for safe transportation.

Antique & Vintage Porcelain Half Dolls – Set of 3 – Original Pincushion – Art Deco & Period Costume Styles – Excellent Condition

A charming collection of three beautifully detailed porcelain half dolls, featuring different styles and decorative finishes, including one mounted on a traditional fabric pincushion.

Each doll displays delicate facial features, expressive poses and attractive hand-painted detailing. Together, they form a lovely collection representing the variety of designs found in early 20th-century porcelain half dolls.

Doll 1 – Elegant Lady with Original Pincushion

A beautiful porcelain lady wearing a pale purple dress with a striking orange centre detail. She has softly curled blonde hair and an elaborate pale green and white bonnet decorated with an orange bow.

The doll is mounted on a generously proportioned brown fabric pincushion with gathered tiers of material, creating the appearance of a full period skirt.

A particularly attractive example with delicate facial features and beautifully preserved porcelain.

* Total height including cushion: 14 cm
* Porcelain doll height: 7 cm
* Cushion dimensions: 8 × 8 cm
* Condition: Excellent, no chips or damage

Doll 2 – Art Deco Lady with Pink Hat

A delightful Art Deco-style porcelain half doll depicting a fashionable young lady wearing a pink cloche-style hat with pale green ribbon detailing.

She has blonde curled hair and an expressive pose, with one hand resting against her cheek and the other positioned on her hip.

The sculpted arms and elegant pose make this an especially decorative example.

* Marked: Foreign
* Serial number: 13955
* Dimensions: 7.5 × 6 × 2 cm
* Condition: Excellent, no chips or damage

Doll 3 – Period Lady with Grey Hair and Ruffled Collar

A charming porcelain half doll depicting an elegant lady with beautifully styled grey hair, reminiscent of an 18th-century powdered hairstyle.

She wears a delicate pink dress with a pale green and white ruffled collar, complemented by fine hand-painted facial features.

Her hands are gracefully positioned in front of her, creating a refined and feminine appearance.

* Marked: Foreign
* Dimensions: 7.5 × 4 × 2 cm
* Condition: Excellent, no chips or damage

Overall Condition

All three porcelain dolls are in excellent condition, with no chips, cracks or damage.

The pincushion retains its attractive gathered fabric skirt, showing the character expected of an older textile piece.

A delightful mixed collection of vintage porcelain half dolls, ideal for collectors of antique pincushion dolls, Art Deco porcelain and decorative miniature figures.

Please examine all photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of the description.

The dolls will be carefully packaged for safe transportation.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
3
Style
Vintage
Title
Half-doll pincushion figures (three)
Country of origin
Unknown
Material
Porcelain
Colour
Green, Multicolour, Pink, White
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
14 cm
Width
8 cm
Depth
8 cm
Depiction/theme
Female figures
Estimated period
1900-2000, 1920-1930
The NetherlandsVerified
59
Objects sold
100%
Private

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