Antique Half Doll Figurine with Rose, Porcelain – Vintage Germany/Austria, Before 1950

A porcelain half-doll figurine, made in Germany or Austria. Half dolls were very popular from the late 19th century to the 1930s.

Design

A delicate, little doll in Victorian style with a pink hat, a green lace corsage and a rose in her hand. A fun, charming little face.

Idea for Use

You can make a wonderful pincushion out of it – just sew a luscious lace and ruffle skirt for the doll. Also suitable for interior, photo, and art projects.

Details

• Height of the doll: 6.5 cm (2.6 in)
• Material: porcelain
• Origin: Germany/Austria
• Date: before 1950

Condition

Wonderful condition. Please consider the photos part of the condition description.

Who It's For

For collectors of antique half dolls, sewing enthusiasts, and anyone who appreciates a piece of Victorian needlework art.

Care

Dust dry with a soft brush.

Price is for 1 item. Ships from Austria, carefully packed.

Baden bei Wien. The little half doll lay among sewing supplies, the rose still held tight in her hand. Someone once intended her as a pincushion, but she seemed too delicate for that. Some things are made for one task and become something else instead – a small work of art.

A rose that never wilts — Things with Soul · VintageAustriaShop