Betsy McCall: A Collector's Guide With Values
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Book Description
The first book on Betsy McCall will identify, date and value Betsy McCall dolls. Through the 556 color photos you will enjoy and learn the vintage examples such as the 14" dolls by Ideal; the 8", 14", and 20" dolls by American Character; the 11-1'2" dolls by Uneeda, and the child-size dolls of Betsy, Linda and Sandy McCall; to the complete current line of Betsy dolls by Robert Tonner. Also included are the dolls by Tomy, Rothschild, Horsman, Laramie and more. The characteristics of the dolls are discussed and hundreds of Betsy's outfits and accessories are identified, including the one-of-a-kind and limited edition clothing. Betsy McCall patterns fill a chapter! Articles and references to the Betsy McCall dolls will aid researchers and collectors alike. 556 color photos.
From the Back Cover
The definitive book on Betsy McCall(r) has been written with great enthusiasm by a long-time collector and expert, Marci Van Ausdall. Hundreds of dolls and outfits are pictured and identified. This book covers the entire range of collectibles from Betsy's first introduction as a paper doll in the pages of McCall's magazine in 1951 to the most recent three-dimensional doll version designed by Robert Tonner. In addition, Betsy McCall(r) accessories, furniture, games, patterns and much more are included.
Betsy McCall: A Collector's Guide With Values
Betsy McCall: A Collector's Guide With Values,Marci Van Ausdall,Hobby House Press,0875885470,Antiques & Collectibles,Antiques / Collectibles,Antiques/Collectibles,Betsy McCall dolls,Catalogs,Collectors and collecting,Dolls,Reference - Price Guides,Technical & Manufacturing Trades
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