Why You’ll Love It
This charming OOAK Victorian nanny or maid by The Doll Lady of Yardley, Pennsylvania embodies the quiet dignity of household life. Her softly hand-painted porcelain face has a calm, attentive expression. She has neatly styled hair beneath a delicate lace cap. She is dressed in a classic pale blue work dress with a crisp white apron, trimmed with fine lace at the collar and cuffs, perfect for caring for a home or nursery. Her moveable arms allow posing in a nursery, Victorian kitchen, or servants’ quarters vignette. Signed inside her dress.
Details
Materials: porcelain
Measurements: 1:12 scale, 5 ½” tall
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Artist / Maker: The Doll Lady (Yardley, PA)
Provenance: Miss Seattle Collection
Please Note: This listing includes the doll only. All other furnishings and accessories are not included and are shown for scale and decoration inspiration only.
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 While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.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.
