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SMALL WONDERS PAGE ONE from the director from the director Rosalie Whyel Museum of Doll Art 1116 - 108th Avenue NE ❖Phone: (425) 455-1116 ❖Fax: (425) 455-4793 Bellevue WA 98004 USA www.dollart.com ❖[email protected] O F F I C I A L N E W S L E T T E R O F T H E R O S A L I E W H Y E L M U S E U M O F D O L L A R T Vol XVII, No 3 Summer 2008 Continued on Page 2... Continued on Page 2... Rosalie's collecting interests began with dolls, but as with most collectors, the dolls led her down many other paths of study and worlds of collecting. Among her "peripheral" interests are paintings and just about any visual art depicting children, preferably with dolls, of course! The Museum walls are filled with beautiful paintings, etchings and prints, both antique and modern. Among my personal favorites, is an oil on canvas which was first exhibited in our “Fashions, Fashions, Glorious Fashions” Changing Gallery exhibit. This quite large (59" x 40") portrait of a little boy and g i r l , presumably brother and sister, was painted by J . T . Steadman, of England, in the 1880s. Steadman's subjects included genre, interiors, farms, At long last –dare I say it? - summer. Ah, but how could we not delight in the long-lasting blooms that our cool spring brought us? And where else to escape the 90 degrees we Northwesterners just can’t “warm up to” but the comfortable air conditioned Doll Museum? If you attended the opening of our Untinted Bisque exhibit, it is time to return as several more of these wonderful dolls have found their way into the cases. And if you’re like me, the manufacturers of these dolls aren’t all that easy to identify on a first try. It takes a few introductions to their characteristics to clearly have that “ahaa!” moment when it becomes quite evident that this doll is definitely an ABG or that one is a Simon and Halbig. But, oh, how satisfying it is when that poor unknown beauty finally has an attribution. And again, we thank Mary Krombholz and all those who so avidly research on our dolls’ behalves. It is one of the joys of collecting to fill in as many missing blanks as possible in the history of our dolls. They deserve it and it is our Oil on Canvas J.T. Steadman England c1880 Oil on Canvas Artist Unknown c1850 boats, and of course children and portraits. Fortunately, after the Fashions exhibit closed, this painting found a permanent exhibit space in the Museum's atrium. Another painting that I especially love is an early Victorian oil, artist unknown, of a young child observing a butterfly. The painting was acquired from the estate of Seattle residents Mr. and Mrs. Ervin Hyldahl, major collectors of eighteenth century French to early Victoriana art. It is one of several paintings permanently exhibited in the Museum's Rose Room. The Multi-Dimensional Digressions of Doll Collecting
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from the directorfrom the director
Rosalie Whyel Museum of Doll Art1116 - 108th Avenue NE ❖ Phone: (425) 455-1116 ❖ Fax: (425) 455-4793Bellevue WA 98004 USAwww.dollart.com ❖ [email protected]
O F F I C I A L N E W S L E T T E R O F T H E R O S A L I E W H Y E L M U S E U M O F D O L L A R T
Vol XVII, No 3 Summer 2008
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Rosalie's collecting interestsbegan with dolls, but as withmost collectors, the dolls led herdown many other paths of studyand worlds of collecting. Amongher "peripheral" interests arepaintings and just about anyvisual art depicting children,preferably with dolls, of course!The Museum walls are filled withbeautiful paintings, etchings andprints, both antique and modern.
Among my personal favorites,is an oil on canvas which wasfirst exhibited in our “Fashions,Fashions, Glorious Fashions”
C h a n g i n gG a l l e r yexhibit. Thisquite large(59" x 40")portrait of alittle boy andg i r l ,presumablybrother andsister, waspainted byJ . T .
Steadman, of England, in the1880s. Steadman's subjectsincluded genre, interiors, farms,
At long last –dare I say it? -summer. Ah, but how could wenot delight in the long-lastingblooms that our cool springbrought us? And where else toescape the 90 degrees weNorthwesterners just can’t “warmup to” but the comfortable airconditioned Doll Museum? Ifyou attended the opening of ourUntinted Bisque exhibit, it is timeto return as several more of thesewonderful dolls have found theirway into the cases. And if you’relike me, the manufacturers ofthese dolls aren’t all that easy toidentify on a first try. It takes afew introductions to theircharacteristics to clearly have that“ahaa!” moment when it becomesquite evident that this doll isdefinitely an ABG or that one isa Simon and Halbig. But, oh,how satisfying it is when thatpoor unknown beauty finally hasan attribution. And again, wethank Mary Krombholz and allthose who so avidly research onour dolls’ behalves. It is one ofthe joys of collecting to fill in asmany missing blanks as possiblein the history of our dolls. Theydeserve it and it is our
Oil on CanvasJ.T. Steadman
England c1880
Oil on CanvasArtist Unknown c1850
boats, and of course childrenand portraits. Fortunately, afterthe Fashions exhibit closed, thispainting found a permanentexhibit space in the Museum'satrium.
Another painting that Iespecially love is an earlyVictorian oil, artist unknown, ofa young child observing abutterfly. The painting wasacquired from the estate ofSeattle residents Mr. and Mrs.Ervin Hyldahl, major collectorsof eighteenth century French toearly Victoriana art. It is one ofseveral paintings permanentlyexhibited in the Museum's RoseRoom.
The Multi-DimensionalDigressions of DollCollecting
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EUROPEAN DOLL TOUR II
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A lesson inscale at theMuseum of
Santons in theSouth ofFrance.
Members of the Doll Tour reflect asour guide relates the story of Versaille
in the Hall of Mirrors.
responsibility to aid in locatingand keeping that history for themas part of our rights of ownership.And then the sharing of thatinformation becomes the mostfun of all.
So we invite you to come, visit,study, and enjoy these dolls thatfor so long have stood quietlyawaiting their heritage. Doll clubs,this makes a wonderful meetingand the exhibit will be on displayuntil October 19, 2008. And ifyou are hosting family or friends
this summer, what better placeto take them for a relaxing respitethan the family-friendly DollMuseum that interests all ages andbackgrounds.
DON’T FORGET! September13 is our annual BIRTHDAYPARTY marking our 16thanniversary. See page three forcomplete details. It is an event ourvisitors await all year long – comesee why! At the Museum andRosie’s Too - SALE PRICESALL WEEK LONG! Now that’sa celebration!
Rosalie Whyel, Director
Among themodern ar t,the wonderful,w h i m s i c a lcreations of
Bob Byerley have been a"magnet" for children of all ages,both male and female, eversince their installation at theMuseum. Byerley, a "painter ofAmerican childhood," uses aninnovating lithography processto reproduce his original oil onboard paintings. Shown here is"Gone Fishing” depicting a veryproud gir l with her catch,dressed in doll clothes much to
the chagrin of her older brotherstanding by with his catch,undressed. This is one of twoByerley works exhibited at theentry to the Modern Gallery.
We are enjoying a perfectlygorgeous, sunny summer inSeattle. A beautiful time to visitthe dolls, the paintings, and somuch more!
Jill Gorman, Curator
“Gone Fishing”Lithograph of Oil on Wood
Bob Byerley 1994
Our Spring Newsletter sawour group departing thedelightful Josselin Doll Museumin Brittany and heading to theoutskirts of Paris for our guidedtour ofVersailles. Ihave concludedthere is no wayin this shortmissive todescribe the art,the beauty, andthe historywithin thosewalls. Ongoingrestoration of the building andart will ensure the preservationof one of the world’s mostamazing treasures. While someare offended by the history ofthis opulence and the few whoenjoyed it originally, millionstoday are privileged to partakeof the artists’ work of that timeand the stories they told.
A comfortable day’s bus ride
through the French countrysidewith our Italian bus driverbrought us to Avaignon in thesouth of France. Here we visitedthe charming Museum of
Santons in asmall townfilled withvisual as well ass h o p p i n gdelights. Thesouthern sungreeted us thenext morningas we set outfor Market
Day, and what a day it was! Thismarket filled the entire townand somewhere, squeezed in awinding backstreet, Ellie led usto yet another little dollmuseum.
One of our two men, myhusband George, left the tour atthis point and began a 5 day biketour of the surrounding
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Free Doll Free Doll Free Doll Free Doll Free Doll $$$$$MonMonMonMonMoneyeyeyeyey$$$$$!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!We’ll be again giving out $2 to $100 “Museum Money” to be spent anytime during
our Birthday month. Good towards the purchase of anything, in either Store!
Sweet SixteenThe Museum’s 16th BirthdayThe Museum’s 16th BirthdayThe Museum’s 16th BirthdayThe Museum’s 16th BirthdayThe Museum’s 16th Birthday!!!!!
Both our stores will be selling at huge savings from 10% to 70% off all week long!
Saturday September 13thSaturday September 13thSaturday September 13thSaturday September 13thSaturday September 13thYour Favorite Birthday Cake
Party Room FunDoor Prizes
Surprises All Day Long!
Saturday September 13th thruSaturday September 13th thruSaturday September 13th thruSaturday September 13th thruSaturday September 13th thruFriday September 19thFriday September 19thFriday September 19thFriday September 19thFriday September 19th
Museum Store SaleRosie’s Too Sale
You have to see thisamazing book!
Filled with wooden Court Dolls (someanatomically correct), fashion photos &historical documents from Louis XVIto the 18th C. Truly a piece of art itself-leather bound, 200 pages & full color.Includes English translation! L.E. 250,US Exclusive. $360
French RoyalCourt DollsBy FrancoisTheimer
Early Kestner Beauty21” Closed-mouth, marked14 with huge brown eyes.Lovely blushed bisque &early straightwrist compobody witho r i g i n a lfinish. Newermohair wig.$3400
What a Pair!13” Mickey & Minnie Mouse byKnickerbocker. Nearly mint,cloth printed faces with oil clothpie-eyes, string whiskers & feltears. c1935. $1195
Fabulous Poured Wax Beauties19” English pink tinted wax baby byPierotti. Blue glass eyes & blonde insetmohair. Beautiful gown & bonnet. c1850
$189521” English wax attributed to Meech in an early,gorgeous gown. Stunning blue glass eyes, closedmouth & inset human hair.c1850 $1995
Darling Size Character12” K*R 101, Marie with bluepainted eyes & original mohairwig. Original finish on compobody & original union suit. Fainthairline on side of head. $1495
Check out our newest playdolls! They are adorable & perfectas a travel doll or your best buddy.These 8” dolls have wonderfuljointed bodies & cute completeoutfits. A high quality doll that’sgreat as a gift or for your owncollection- Adora Dolls! $30-$40
Wear Your Letter Jacket or Poodle Skirt & get in Free on Saturday! OrDrive-up in your Vintage (pre 1970s) car, like the one you drove when
you were 16, and get in Free on Saturday!
From the Museum Store...
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MUSEUM MEMBER’S SALEMembers, please join us for
Miniatures and Dollhouses From antique to modern, there is nothing more fascinating to
men, women, and children of all ages than the world of minutia.The wonderful thing about miniatures is there is more room for
these tiny, wonderful creations; they even make the perfectaccessory for any doll. They are also an excellent way to begin a
collection for a child in your life! Individual pieces, sets, andentire dollhouses will all be available. (So easy to sneak them
into the house, too....)
Saturday August 23rd10 am to 2pm Museum Rose RoomNon-Members are welcome to shop at 12pm.
For more information on becoming a member and attending thesespecial events, please call the Museum at 425-455-1116.
An Addition to Our Museum FamilyPlease welcome a new face to the Museum- AbbyKaminski! Abby has taken over our events andmarketing position. She is already doing a wonderfuljob with an air of professionalism and proficiency.Abby is new to Washington as well as the Museum,so be sure to give her a warm welcome when yousee her and ask for her when planning your nextevent.
NEWS
ROSIE’S TOO APPRAISAL CLINIC! Saturday September 6th
During our open hours. Theseare complimentary, verbalappraisals, limit three dolls perperson please.
Rosie’s Too SaleSaturday 11 to 4
August 23rd
Area Doll Show DatesANTIQUE DOLL & TOY
MARKET*Bellevue Inn Red Lion
Bellevue WASunday August 24, 2008
11am - 4pm
*Look for the Museum Sales Table
It's the lazy, hazy days ofSummer, but at Rosie's Toowe are air conditioned foryour comfort. We also havenew inventory for you toperuse every day we openthe doors. Don’t miss ourMiniature Sale for Memberson August 23rd at theMuseum and the Rosie’s TooSidewalk Sale that same day.Spare some time thissummer (and save the gasmoney) to come see us.
CROSSROADS DOLL, TEDDY BEAR& ANTIQUE SHOW & SALE*
Nat’l Guard ArmoryPortland OR
Saturday September 20, 20088:30am - 4pm
CROSSROADS DOLL, TEDDYBEAR & MORE*
Puyallup FairgroundsPuyallup WA
Saturday October 11, 200810am - 4:30pm
Sunday October 12, 200810am - 4pm
UFDC NAT’L CONVENTION*Bally’s HotelLas Vegas NV
Mon July 28 - Fri August 1, 2008Public Day Thursday July 31
ANTIQUE & COLLECTIBLEDOLL MARKET*
Lake City Community CenterSeattle WA
Saturday October 4, 200810am - 3pm
UFDC REGION 1 PICNIC*Battleground WA
Thursday August 21, 200810am MUSEUM ANNIVERSARY SALE*
Museum StoreBellevue WA
Saturday Sept 13-Friday Sept 19, 200810am to 5pmRosie’s Too
Bellevue WASaturday September 13, 2008
11am - 4pmThursday September 18, 2008
11am - 8pm
ROSIE’S TOO SALE*Rosie’s Too
Bellevue WASaturday August 23, 2008
11am - 4pm
MUSEUM MEMBERS SALE*Museum Rose Room
Bellevue WASaturday August 23, 2008
10am for Members, 12pm for Non-Members
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We would like to thank the followingpeople for their generous
donations during the last quarter:
Welcome To Our New& Returning Members:
Peyton and Madison Agen$10 donation
Nancy BarboEthnic doll collection
Margaret E. Cutting EstatePair of Japanese dolls
Alyn and Alison DuxburyHandmade Brownie doll with provenance
Jean FinneganPair of Native American dolls with provenance
Mary Ann GriffinComposition doll
Beverly J HeydenJapanese dolls
Christine & Richard MackeyEthnic doll collection
Heather RehwaldVintage clothing
Lisa SheetsWood doll display case
Stephany A. WatsonEthnic and modern collectible dolls and clothing
Catherine WrightSeven American Girl Dolls, Ethnic doll
Virginia VintonCoronation Throne and dolls by Peggy Nisbett,
vintage clothing, vintage fabrics, modern collectibledolls and toys, vintage doll clothes, doll pins, vintage
pincushion doll, wigs, patterns, and vintage andmodern books
Mary WithersHandmade antique crib coverlet, 2 silk baby dresses
and bonnets, vintage fabrics, vintage sewingaccessories, and vintage and modern books
Elizabeth Barr Mary CrittendenJanet Hollander Wendy K HuberSophia Jellinghaus Jan JohnsonLenore Kobayashi Ellie KringerJudy E Lloyd Kathy MillerPearl Miller Rebecca NelsonNorene Ott Marci PliskinMary Sabey Barbara SmithErin Snow Christopher ToncraySheryl Varon Sunnie Yunn
province. He recommends it to anyone ashe said the people were friendly, the foodwas good, and the roads were much lesstraveled that time of year. Ah, and thelavender was in bloom.
A lovely coastal drive and a fondfarewell to France brought us to the “littlejewel” - Monaco. Each time I travel there
I find something more to love about thisenchanting country that stands on a fewacres of land stretched between Franceand Italy. The doll museum there is in thegood hands of Curator Daniele Norcentiniwho, with a small staff and a fewvolunteers, has managed to bring itswonderful collection of fashion dolls andaccessories to their best in years andmaintain the amazing automata.Additionally, the crèche collection scenehas been completely restored.Unfortunately, one room of the museum
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A Santon "workshop" in theSanton Museum.
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SEPTEMBER 1 2008LABOR Day
Museum OPEN
SEPTEMBER 6 2008Doll Appraisal Clinic
at Rosie’s TooDuring Regular Hours, 11 to 4
MAY 31 - OCTOBER 19 2008“Pale By Comparison:Untinted Bisque Dolls”Changing Gallery Exhibit
OCTOBER 25 2008 -FEBRUARY 1 2009
“The Little Doll with a BigStory: Nancy Ann Dolls”Changing Gallery Exhibit
FEBRUARY 7 - MAY 24 2009“Two Neighbor Ladies Who
Made Cloth Dolls;Kruse & Scavini (Lenci)”Changing Gallery Exhibit
AUGUST 23 2008Rosie’s Too Sidewalk Sale
Saturday 11 to 4
AUGUST 23 2008Museum Member’s Sale
Miniatures and more!Saturday Members 10 to 2
Non-Members 12 to 2(see page 3)
andSEPTEMBER 13 - 19 2008Museum Anniversary Sale
Museum of Doll Art &Rosie’s Too
(see page 3)
SEPTEMBER 13 2008Museum Birthday Celebration
Museum Atrium 10 to 5(see page 3)
MUSEUM HOURS:Mon-Sat 10 to 5Sun 1 to 5
ROSIE’S TOO HOURS:221 106th Ave. NE Bellevue(425) 455-0363Thurs 11 to 8Sat 11 to 4Or by Appointment
1116 - 108th Avenue NEBellevue WA 98004 [email protected] 425.455.4793
Coming Events at the Museum
has been given over to modernart and the curator fears morewill be taken as the interest now
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lies less with “old things” andmore with modern in thisthriving country. Make it apoint to travel to see the MuseeNational de Monaco while it isstill intact.
The Prince was out of townso we enjoyed a Palace Tour atlong last in yet another royalresidence. A hotel overlookingthe Princess Grace Rose Garden,time in the world famous casino,a friendly Italian dinnerbetween friends, and thenbefore we knew it, we were offto another country and anotherworld – Italy. Florence- food,the Uffizzi, David, food, TheDuomo, shopping on “TheBridge”, food. We walked formiles and could have gone for
miles more in this city thatnever ends yet is so compact.But Bologna awaited us and alsothe newest of Doll Museums.Only that could have drawn usaway.
Continued in our nextnewsletter- the Doll Museumsof Italy.
Our Leader Ellie takes a sun break with EastCoast friends Jocelyn and Rachel (taking an
ice cream break). Finger licking good!
Jan, Laurae, Dorothy, Annie, and Ellieon the steps of the villa housing the
Musee National de Monaco.
This giant mirror reflects thebeauty of Monaco outside its
famous Casino doors.
