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"And Then the Page Turns..." May 15-16, 2021 Marquis Auction Catalog

Theriault’s May 2021 Marquis Auction is a veritable library of dolls, each waiting to turn the page for the next chapter in its life. Outstanding selections ranging from a superb early English wooden doll with trousseau (ex-collection Rosalie Whyel Museum of Doll Art) to a fabulous trio of tiny French bisque Bébé Brus, sizes 0, 1, and 2, along with their tiny cousin, Bébé A.T. A fine American Izannah Walker doll is featured along with other mid-1800s dolls including fine porcelain dolls by KPM. There are automata, rare German character dolls, dollhouse furnishings, outstanding French bisque poupées, and fine all-bisque miniature dolls, more than 500 dolls in the two-day event.
$59.00
"Vintage Barbie" - Uncataloged May 1, 2021 Marquis Auction

Ranging from the highly sought #1 blonde ponytail Barbie in original trademark box to a blonde NRFB American Girl to blonde flip curls Stacey in store display costume. And nearly 100 additional rare models. Too, there are dozens of rare costumes, rare gift sets, and more than 300 lots in the auction. Absentee, telephone, and live bidding is available. For more information email info@theriaults.com or call 410-224-3655.
$10.00
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Stars - 2 Volume Set
January 11-13, 2013 in Newport Beach, CA

A two-volume catalog with nearly 1000 pieces. Best of all, the diversity it will offer is like no other January before in that it features the collections of four major figures who have been beloved in their circle of the doll world: Mary Young of Atlanta, Margaret George of Atlanta, Mary Marxen of Cincinnati, and Mildred Adkins of Louisville. Each brought their own personality and love of dolls into the world of collecting for decades and as a result will showcase a complete history of dolls in virtually every genre imaginable. 10" x 10". Hardbound. 312 full-color pages.
$79.00
The Fabulous Fifties - Modern Dolls
November 11, 2012 in Dallas, TX

Featuring important American dolls from the Golden Age of the 1950s, all from private collections highlighted by the fine Alexander collection of Gail Gavit of Texas, and including more than 500 lots of exceptional beauties and rarities. Nearly 200 Alexander dolls, 100 delightful Ginny dolls by Vogue, moves onto Mary Hoyer, Muffie, and 40 fashionable Miss Revlon dolls. More than 50 sought-after Barbies then move to the stage, followed by Tammy, and finally G.I. Joe. 8.5" x 11". Softbound. 144 full-color pages.
$49.00
Apples - An Auction of Antique Dolls
November 10, 2012 in Dallas, TX

Featuring the private collection of legendary early California collector Alice Avery. The Los Angeles collector began her quest for fine dolls and dollhouses in the 1950s, with a quixotic and delightful mélange of mignonettes, Lenci dolls, and American and European dollhouses. Not to mention the superb French dolls and German characters as well as early Kathe Kruse and elegant miniature maitrise doll furnishings that found a home within her home, too. 8.5" x 11". Softbound. 138 full-color pages.
$49.00
Upon Arriving Home
July 23, 2012 in New Orleans, LA

An auction of rare and beautiful dolls from fine private collections in America and Europe, Theriault’s traditional summer auction promises and delivers the best of the best, making it the must-be event for your summer trip. More than 300 of the finest examples are presented in a Theriault’s award-winning catalog. 10" x 10". Hardbound. 140 full-color pages.
$75.00
The Legendary Spielzeug Museum of Davos
July 22, 2012 in New Orleans, LA

The legendary Spielzeug Museum of Davos, Switzerland. The 90 showcases on three floors of their beautiful museum have been splendidly filled with wonderful childhood treasures from the golden years of the 19th and early 20th century – dolls, dollhouses, toys and unique miniatures feature the rarest of the rare. The legendary collection is commemorated here. 10" x 10". Hardbound. 228 full-color pages.
$75.00
De Kleine Wereld Museum of Lier
April 1, 2012 in San Francisco, CA

An exceptional collection, considered one of the finest private small museums of childhood ephemera in the world, featuring beautiful dolls, rare dollhouses, stores, kitchens, and finest quality maitrise doll furnishings from the 19th century. 9" x 9". Softbound. 164 full-color pages.
$59.00
The Well-Bred Doll
March 31, 2012 in San Francisco, CA

An exceptional auction featuring private collections from France, Germany and America. Rare and exquisite dolls and automata are included in this remarkable auction including an extremely rare 38” bébé by Thuillier, and Vichy’s superlative Lady at the Harp Piano, as well as delectable treasures from Bru, Jumeau, Schmitt, Steiner and other French makers, and bisque character dolls from notable German firms. 9" x 9". Softbound. 120 full-color pages.
$59.00
A Child's Dream Come True
January 15, 2012 in Newport Beach, CA

Featuring a fine collection of vintage American dolls from the golden 1950s, highlighted by a collection of more than 50 Cissy fashion models, rare and mint early Elise dolls, and including such rarities as the early Rosamund Bridesmaid. Of note is a collection of 12 Alexander dolls in their original Ice Capades costumes as created in the Ice Capades studios. Also included are 1950s vintage lady and child dolls from other firms including Miss Revlon, Toni, Sweet Sue, Betsy McCall, Harriet Hubbard Ayers, and Mary Hoyer. 8.5" x 11". Softbound. 84 full-color pages.
$49.00
Other People's Lives
January 13-14, 2012 in Newport Beach, CA

It is the special privilege of the antique lover to hold in one’s hands not only the physical object of one’s delight, but also its particular past place in other people’s lives. This 500 lot auction of antique dolls entitled “Other People’s Lives,” includes fine French dolls from original French chateaux as well as private American collections, automata, and rare German characters, dollhouse shops and rooms including milliner’s shops from the famous Landsberg Museum of Germany, to begin to name the treasures. 8.5" x 11". Softbound. 192 full-color pages.
$59.00
Many Wonderful Things
November 19, 2011 in New York City, NY

A superb collection of 19th century antique French dolls and automata, highlighted by the important automata of Candy Spelling, including works by Vichy, Theroude, Lambert, and Roullet et Decamps. A catalog of these rare works, along with the several hundred of the finest 19th and early 20th century dolls including exemplary examples from Bru, Schmidt et Fils, Steiner, and Jumeau. 8.5" x 11". Softbound. 140 full-color pages.
$49.00