Why You’ll Love It
This charming one-of-a-kind (OOAK) Victorian wash lady doll is attributed to miniature artisan Julie Campbell. Hand-sculpted from clay, the older woman features an expressive face with pronounced features, bright blue eyes, red lipstick, and auburn hair arranged in period-style curls. Her layered working-class costume includes a dark brown dress, olive-gray fitted blouse, striped overskirt, and white apron, with a burgundy sash at the waist. She holds a permanently attached washcloth in one hand, completing her laundress character.
Perfect For
A Victorian laundry room, servant's quarters, country cottage washhouse, or historical household scene. Particularly suited to a downstairs domestic staff vignette, period kitchen, or working-class Victorian street setting.
Details
Materials: Hand-sculpted clay, fabric, mixed media
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale; 5 ½” tall
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Artist: Julie Campbell
Collection: Magpie's Nest
Please Note: The washcloth is permanently attached to the doll's hand and is not removable. Laundry baskets, furnishings, linens, and other photography props are not included.
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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
