The term Victorian Dolls is one of some debate among doll lovers. Doing a cursory search can be quite confusing as the title seems to have two different meanings. Some take it to mean porcelain dolls that were created in the Victorian era. Others take it to mean dolls that are dressed in costumes of the same period. I tend to think it's not quite that simple. This article will take a brief look at the different perspectives.
England's Queen ruled that country from 1837-1901 hence the moniker. Dolls that were made during that era ranged from paper to cloth and even porcelain, which is what most people think about when they refer to Victorian dolls. These dolls were made to look like some of the more glamorous trades, but often times like the royalty of that time.
A lot of doll folks will say that a costume of this period is all it takes to make a porcelain doll such. These people will tell that even new dolls can have this label. In fact, Paradise Galleries currently makes a few dolls that they call Victorian. If this is the case, lots of dolls can get this title. The problem I have with this approach is that most will admit that these dolls tend to have faces that look different than the standard dolls. So, obviously, there is more to a Victorian doll than simply placing a dress styled like that era on it.
I would venture to say that the title ca go to any porcelain doll that is dressed like people of that time period or dolls that were made during that era. And, if possible, the faces should have more of the standard Victorian look.
You can find dolls like these at some specialty toy stores, craft stores and especially online are sites about Porcelain Dolls. Since this topic is obviously far from solidified, you can contribute your opinion and expertise at my site.
England's Queen ruled that country from 1837-1901 hence the moniker. Dolls that were made during that era ranged from paper to cloth and even porcelain, which is what most people think about when they refer to Victorian dolls. These dolls were made to look like some of the more glamorous trades, but often times like the royalty of that time.
A lot of doll folks will say that a costume of this period is all it takes to make a porcelain doll such. These people will tell that even new dolls can have this label. In fact, Paradise Galleries currently makes a few dolls that they call Victorian. If this is the case, lots of dolls can get this title. The problem I have with this approach is that most will admit that these dolls tend to have faces that look different than the standard dolls. So, obviously, there is more to a Victorian doll than simply placing a dress styled like that era on it.
I would venture to say that the title ca go to any porcelain doll that is dressed like people of that time period or dolls that were made during that era. And, if possible, the faces should have more of the standard Victorian look.
You can find dolls like these at some specialty toy stores, craft stores and especially online are sites about Porcelain Dolls. Since this topic is obviously far from solidified, you can contribute your opinion and expertise at my site.
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