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Porcelain Dolls
Before the 1900?s, dolls were made out of materials such as paper mache, wax, clay, and wood, depending on the culture. By the 1900?s, porcelain dolls were made and enjoyed increasing popularity. Early porcelain dolls from this time period are considered to be antiques and are a popular collector?s item. German Porcelain Dolls The Germans seem to be one of the leaders when it comes to antique porcelain dolls. There are several manufacturers and people who just start out collecting porcelain dolls often begin their collection with certain German porcelain doll styles. Many believe that they are more than just dolls. They are little works of art. You can find information about German porcelain dolls online and in books. There are still doll shops in Germany that use traditional methods. Consider contacting one of them for a tour. Other Porcelain Dolls Germany isn?t the only place to purchase high quality porcelain dolls. There are other manufacturers throughout the world including other countries in Europe and throughout North America and Asia. A good collector can often tell the differences between manufacturers. If your collection is for personal instead of profitable reasons, you probably don?t need to worry about the quality and market value. Purchasing Porcelain Dolls Keep in mind that if you collect porcelain dolls, you will want to do research on both the manufacturer and the doll to make sure you are buying the highest quality possible. You wouldn?t want your doll to have obvious flaws. If you are more concerned with collecting to make money, make sure you research to see which types of dolls are most valuable. Making Porcelain Dolls You can also make your own porcelain dolls either by purchasing a kit or buying all the materials separately. Many companies who sell clay products also sell the proper materials and bisques to create porcelain dolls. You can also take classes so you can learn the craft. The benefit of making your own is that you will be able to create the dolls that you want. The downside is that this is a time-consuming approach.
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