Chinese 'Door of Hope' bride doll c1930s, carved pearwood wi...

1/1

Hammer

£160

Fees

Chinese 'Door of Hope' bride doll c1930s, carved pearwood with hand-embroidered red silk costume, H27.5cm - The Door of Hope Mission was a Protestant mission in Shanghai that sheltered destitute young girls; among the girls' tasks was learning to create handmade doll clothing for a variety of character dolls celebrating their Chinese culture and heritage

More Information

The doll is in very good condition
Clothing with no rips or tears
Possibly some slight losses to thumbs

Closed
Auction Date: 20th Sep 2024 at 10am

Fees apply to the hammer price:

Room and Absentee Bids:
28.20% inc VAT*

Online and Autobids:
31.8% inc VAT*

*These fees include buyers premiums and internet surcharges.
Please see the auctioneers terms & conditions for more information

Other Lots in this Auction


Sale Dates:
Fri 20th Sep 2024 10am (Lots 1000 to 1458)