Dolls
Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings
Found in 12 Collections and/or Records:
Andrew Berton Collection of Toy and Game Product Sell Sheets
Collection
Identifier: 121.9733
Overview
This collection is comprised of international toy and game product sell sheets from manufacturers and individual entrepreneurs as collected and organized by Andrew Berton. The bulk of the materials are dated between 1987 and 2009.
Barbie fashion designer papers
Collection
Identifier: 123.1645
Overview
The Barbie fashion designer papers were compiled by a designer of dolls and dolls’ clothing. The papers include internal documentation from Mattel Inc. relating to the marketing and sales of Barbie doll products. The papers are comprised of design inspiration scrapbooks, doll clothing patterns, product packaging, correspondence, clippings, photographs, promotional materials, trade catalogs, newsletters, audio cassettes, VHS cassettes, and digital files. The bulk of the papers date from 1980 to...
Doll Collectors of America (DCA), Inc. records
Collection — Box 1-25: [DCA records]
Identifier: 122.6855
Abstract
The Doll Collectors of America (DCA), Inc. records are a compilation of organizational records, reference materials, scrapbooks, and ephemera from members of the DCA. The bulk of the materials are dated between 1935 and 1996.
Doll Oral History Project collection
Collection — Box 1-8: [Doll Oral History Project collection]
Identifier: 1987.doll
Abstract
The Doll Oral History Project collection is a compilation of oral history audio cassettes, transcripts, photographs, reports, and other documentation on this project from Summer/Fall 1987, administered by Dorothy Washburn for the Margaret Woodbury Strong Museum. Oral history interview transcripts (along with associated indexes) were digitized in 2019 and are available to access digitally through ...
GUND, Inc. records
Collection — Box 1-38: [GUND, Inc. records]
Identifier: 115.915
Abstract
The GUND, Inc. records are a compilation of historic business records from GUND, Inc. The bulk of the materials are dated between 1942 and 1969, and again from 1984-1998.
Marion and King Marzolf puppet collection
Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: 117.10926
Abstract
The Marion and King Marzolf puppet collection is a compilation of ephemera, research, and original information relating to the puppetry hobby of Marion and King Marzolf. The bulk of the materials are from the 1950s-1960s and 2017.
“My Family” handmade book
Item — Box Individual Manuscripts
Identifier: 107.86
Abstract
This handmade booklet contains about 30 sheets of ruled writing paper, 5 inches by 8 inches, and covers of brown/pink construction paper. Front cover has applied letters of black paper that spell out "My Family." Booklet is bound at top by white cotton string. Within these pages, Ann French handwrote detailed descriptions about her dolls, including Helen, Mary Adele, Susan, Sunny, Patsy Ann, Kathleen, Patsykin, Raggedy Ann, Joy, Shirley Jane, Emilie, and Karen Christina Sophia. The text...
Patricia A. Biasuzzi papers
Collection — Box 1: [Patricia Biasuzzi papers]
Identifier: 116.9033
Overview
The Patricia A. Biasuzzi papers contain materials related to toy designer Patricia A. Biasuzzi, her designs, and play memories. The documentation for materials in this collection was created in 2016, though the papers feature Biasuzzi’s childhood from 1946-1956 and toy design career between 1977 and 1994.
Scrapbook of clippings on dolls
Item — Box Individual Manuscripts
Identifier: 2018.scrap
Abstract
This scrapbook about dolls was made by an unidentified creator using magazine and newspaper clippings from 1939-1940 in the Boston, Massachusetts area. Topics cover antique shows, doll collectors, doll theft ("Sally Simmons"), dolls' clothing, portrait dolls, miniatures for dolls' houses, puppets, and more. Magazines clipped include Vogue, Life, and the Saturday Evening Post.
Stefanie Eskander papers
Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: 118.8603
Abstract
The Stefanie Eskander papers are a compilation of concept sketches, presentation drawings, and other artwork for dolls, toys, and games created by Eskander for various toy companies. The bulk of the materials are from the 1990s.