Why You'll Love Her
A pretty vintage miniature dollhouse porcelain saloon girl doll, a Victorian or early 20th-century French cabaret or Moulin Rouge style performer. This artisan-crafted doll is dressed in a dramatic black lace dress with lace detailing, paired with black stockings accented by a bold red garter, high heels, and an eye-catching red feathered headpiece. Her auburn hair is styled in an elegant upswept coiffure, perfectly suited to a theatrical or nightlife-inspired interior. Designed with poseable arms and legs, she is especially well suited for seated displays. Perhaps perched on a piano, bench, chair, settee, or bar counter, where her crossed-leg pose truly shines. Unsigned but beautifully executed.
Details:
Materials: porcelain, silk
Measurements: 1:12 scale, 5 1/2" tall
Condition: excellent vintage condition
Artist / Maker: Artisan, Unsigned
Provenance: Madame Y of Japan
PLEASE NOTE: You are purchasing the saloon girl doll only. Think of our photos as a whimsical stage set, where your amazing new miniature takes center stage. The other props may not join you, but the star of the show is ready to shine!
A Note About Value
Every miniature we offer has been carefully evaluated for its craftsmanship, rarity, condition, provenance, and collectibility. Many of the artisan pieces we sell are one-of-a-kind works that may never appear on the market again. While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.
Our pricing reflects the miniature's place within today's collector market and the years we've spent studying the artists, histories, and values that make these tiny works of art so special.
A Commitment to Research
Every miniature has a story, and uncovering it is one of our greatest passions. We carefully research each piece, but unsigned or illegible works can remain mysteries. If you can identify an artist or provide additional information, we'd be delighted to hear from you and will gladly update the listing to preserve their legacy.
