Nnancy ann storybook dolls history

The history of nancy ann dolls began in 1936 when nancy ann abbott started her doll making venture. Collectors will find the history of the nancy ann storybook doll company. I went to a bookstore and looked at some doll guides so i could be 100% sure of what i had. Any lovercollector of nancy ann storybook dolls will enjoy this book. This site was designed to help enhance the enjoyment of collecting nancy ann dolls. Buying and selling nancy ann storybook collectible dolls is a breeze if you know what youre doing.

They became very popular and so many companies made similar dolls. Nancy ann story books were made in san francisco between 1930s and 1950s. My late wife loved these dolls and even went by the internet name of nasbwmn. Money back guarantee ensures you receive the item you ordered or get your money back. If you already know that your doll is a nancy ann storybook doll and are trying to. Nancy ann bisque storybook doll mistress mary 119 in box anne shirley, ann doll. I was overjoyed to find a few dolls from my collection for whom i did not have names, but there were more that i did not find. I have made this group in her honor, and look forward to some day a long time from now perhaps giving her dolls to a granddaughter. This is a fan page and a source of information for the gathering. Most bisque dolls will be marked on the back of the neck with dollmakers marks such as storybookdollusa11 or judyannusa, but some genuine. This is a location to share the story book dolls stories that come to me for rehab. Nancy ann storybook doll, nun, circa 1930s or 40s collectors weekly this doll has literally never been out of the box, hmmm, wonder why, no one wants to play with a nun. This category has both and includes such makers as kerr and hine, virga, hollywood and others.

All the colorful pictures are wonderful and have me ready to go nancy ann storybook doll shopping. Theres something about these little dolls that just tugs at my aw. Note that some dolls numbers changed over time or were used for multiple dolls. We will be having a nancy ann storybook doll luncheon in the future. Dolls by manufacturer storybook nancy ann vintage, antique and collectibleavailable for sale at. She started making dolls to supplement her income during the depression. By far the best place to buy and sell these highly collectible dolls is on ebay. Nancy ann storybook dolls dolls ruby lane follow this search. When selling nancy ann storybook dolls, especially when selling them online, these factors are much more important. Tiny classic dolls that make a wonderful gift for you or a loved one.

The collecting of nancy ann storybook dolls facebook. Nancy ann storybook dolls bridged the gap between tiny tears and barbie. What is the value of nancy ann storybook dolls answers. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Get the best deals for nancy ann storybook dolls japan at. See more ideas about ann doll, vintage dolls and old dolls. Nancy ann storybook dolls 19361947,syringa doll club sw idaho. But doubt much more than that since she is not a early character. Designed and manufactured exclusively for nancy ann story book dolls inc. Another later doll is lori ann, she seems to be a flattened version of the vinyl muffie mold.

Nancy ann storybook dolls west coast gathering home facebook. In the first volume about these dolls, encyclopedia of bisque nancy ann storybook dolls, 19361947, pardee and her coauthor jackie robertson cataloged the hundreds of bisque storybook dolls made by the company. Jun 22, 2016 well stop supporting this browser soon. It is in rough shape and i am not sure if the paint is original. Vintage nancy ann storybook doll pudgy type sailor dress painted black shoes. Today i bought a vintage shelf and on the back there was a label that reads. Feb 21, 2017 won a few vintage nancy ann storybook dolls and a wool pipe cleaner tiger. For the best experience please update your browser. Sculpted by dianna effner expressly for nancy ann storybook dolls, sweet violet is wearing a lilac and white dotted swiss and lace dress with a white slip and a pretty little hat adorned with violets. Holiday delivery schedule applies to shipping within the contiguous united states for orders placed before noon est on in stock items for delivery by christmas. Our sweet violet nancy ann isnt wearing blue but it makes her no less sweet.

Collectors will find the history of the nancy ann storybook doll company, help in identifying storybook dolls, and dolls for sale. This is one of the best doll identification reference books i now own. I learned quite a bit about the nancy ann storybook dolls history as well as helping me identify the dolls in my collection. Encyclopedia of nancy ann storybook dolls by elaine m. The best deals on muffie, other nancy ann dolls, storybook. Click on an underlined dolls name to see more information and pictures of the dolls. This is a collector page devoted to information sharing and identifying nancy ann storybook dolls from the 1930s,1940s. Its owner was nancy ann abbot, an actress and dress designer. Lot 4 vintage nancy ann storybook dolls of the month in box 189, 190, 191, 192. Over time, the company would change the composition and look of their dolls, and in 1945 they even changed the company name to nancy ann storybook dolls inc. The abbreviation nasb is used for nancy ann story book doll company small all bisque dolls. The doll comes in the original box with red polka dots and nancy ann storybook doll written between the dots. Doll is in excellent condition though some slight discoloration to his white shirt. In volume 2, pardee has enlisted the knowledge of deanna bardfield, anne lien.

Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Get the best deals on nancy ann storybook dolls when you shop the largest online selection at. By 1942, the company claimed a million dollar gross yearly income, and, in the 1950s, top production of dolls reached 12,000 per day. What is the value of an alice blue gown doll from nancy ann storybook dolls. You can also check your local library to see if they have doll guides. Which brings me to the nancy ann storybook doll company. Won a few vintage nancy ann storybook dolls and a wool pipe cleaner tiger. See todays nancy ann dolls for sale, best offer and auction. The first small dolls were made of all bisque, later dolls are made of hard plastic. May 05, 2010 to compete with ideal nancy ann came out with miss nancy ann and little miss nancy ann in 1957.

The box is in fairly good shape none of the corners are torn but t are some small water marks on the lid and normal wear. The history of nancy ann dolls began in 1936 when nancy ann abbott started her dollmaking venture. If you would like to receive updates please send me your name and address. Nancy ann storybook doll collection constant contact. Get the best deal for nancy ann storybook dolls from the largest online selection at. I recently had an excellent consignment of nancy ann dolls from a local collector. We serve cookies our website uses cookies, which help us to improve our site and enables us to deliver the best possible service and customer experience, as well as to provide social media features. The hushabye and little miss pattycake baby dolls have not been included in this list. Unfollow nancy ann storybook dolls to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. The collecting of nancy ann storybook dolls home facebook. These are high healed dolls and they are comparable to the revlon dolls. The following list comes from nancy ann storybook doll brochures. The nancy ann storybook doll company was incorporated in early 1938. In this doll book, the history of the company is presented, as well as a chronology of molds and trademarks, boxes, labels and inserts, furniture, special items, advertisements, and original company brochures.