Porcelain Doll - Head to toe 30 inch. Head, chest arms and slightly bent legs are all made so life like of porcelain. Fabric body. Hand made and painted around 1990. Real hair and so very life like. Nails painted and real eye lashes on top with painted bottom lashes. Handmade dress in maroon taffeta with black lace. Matching bloomers that are knee length. Must see to appreciate the workmanship.
Purchased for my daughter for Christmas
Hi Lissa,
Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:
A vintage "Whitney" character porcelain and fabric doll
made and acquired from Nancy King, "Keepsakes by Nancy," Poplar Bluff, MO, late 20th Century
with porcelain head with blond hair and blue eyes, porcelain limbs, fabric body wearing a maroon taffeta dress with maroon taffeta
30 inches tall
CONDITION: appears to be in excellent condition
PROVENANCE: original owner
$200-300*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.
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Thanks, Lissa, you're all set.
The marking on her is Whitney. Yes I purchased the doll from Nancy King in Poplar Bluff MO. She made her in her shop which was located in her husband Carlot.