Date:1850 - 1900 (c.)
Description:Dolls like this are often called 'Dutch Dolls' or 'Peg Woodens'. They were cheap to make and buy, and were simple in design. They were turned on a lathe and then carved and painted, with peg joints at the legs and arms. Although called 'Dutch Dolls', most of these dolls were made in Germany and Austria.
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Dolls like this are often called 'Dutch Dolls' or 'Peg Woodens'. They were cheap to make and buy, and ...
This close-up shows the doll's painted hair and features. 'Dutch Dolls' came in many sizes, from large ...
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