The first porcelain dolls were made of Chinese porcelain, or china. They were glazed to produce a shiny look. From around 1840 to 1880, china was used to make doll h… See more

As techniques and market needs changed, different types of porcelain dolls hit the market. Today, some collectors enjoy all types of dolls while others focus on collecting s… See more

At first, bisque dolls consisted of either leather or cloth bodies, but in the early 20th century, bisque was replaced by a variety of other materials such as composition and plastic. By t… See more

Rarity can increase the price of a collectible doll. The rarest porcelain dolls are unique one-offs, such as the L’Oiseleur, which is a 4-foot automaton porcelain doll created by Christian B… See more