Old Dolls is a book written by Eleanor St. George that explores the world of antique and vintage dolls. The book is a comprehensive guide for collectors and enthusiasts, covering everything from the history of dolls to the different types of dolls available. The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a different aspect of doll collecting. The first section provides an overview of the history of dolls, tracing their origins back to ancient civilizations and exploring how they evolved over time. The second section delves into the different types of dolls available, including bisque, china, and papier-m�����ch����� dolls, as well as more modern materials like plastic and vinyl. The third section of the book is dedicated to identifying and valuing antique dolls. This section provides tips on how to identify different types of dolls, as well as how to determine their age and condition. It also includes information on how to care for and preserve antique dolls. The fourth section of the book focuses on collecting and displaying dolls. This section provides advice on how to build a collection, as well as how to display and store dolls. It also includes tips on how to attend doll shows and auctions, and how to buy and sell dolls. Overall, Old Dolls is a comprehensive guide to the world of antique and vintage dolls. It provides a wealth of information for collectors and enthusiasts, and is an essential resource for anyone interested in this fascinating hobby.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.