Around 80 traders gathered at the yearly Doll, Bear and Craft Fair in Queensland, Australia at the end of September, many of whom were searching for pieces to add to their collections.
According to the event organiser, Val Metcalfe, the doll fair is one of the best in Australia, with hundreds of collectors arriving each year, including some from other countries. Metcalfe admits to having a passion for antique dolls and still owns one that was presented to her over 60 years ago.
In addition to the sale, the event featured advice from experts on how to look after the dolls and deal with any repairs that may be required. Valuations were also conducted.
Dealers Norm and Lesley Hurford owned the doll that created the most excitement at the fair. Dating back to the 1890s, it was a French Jumeau doll worth $5,625 (£3,100). The doll is unique as it has its original clothes, and it was discovered by Lesley Hurford at the International Doll Festival in Germany.
In addition to selling the items, Hurford bought a porcelain doll from another trader when she heard the story behind it. The trader had owned the doll since childhood, and had only been permitted to play with it for 10 minutes each week because it was so precious.
Antique dolls look particularly attractive when displayed on an appropriate piece of antique furniture, like an antique bedside cabinet. Lancashire-based antique lovers need not travel as far as Australia to find dealers with a selection of fine furniture on display.
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