The History of Art Dolls
Dolls were also discovered in the tombs of girls in ancient Greece and Rome. Girls from Greece and Rome devoted their dolls to goddesses when they grew up, become adults and stopped playing with dolls.
Dolls served as ambassadors of fashion in the early 17th century also in France. Due to this, ladies who lived far from Paris, could learn in detail about fashion news. Dolls were, even in that time, used as a spectacular gift in the higher social classes.
The first art doll is mentioned in connection with the exhibition of the Impressionists in Paris in 1881. "Little Dancer" - a wax doll in cloth dress which was created in a single copy, introduced the artist Edgar Degas to the public. And about a century earlier - in 1672 - a series of twelve dolls which certainly were not meant to play, but as a decoration were made in London.
For a very long period, collectors were interested in antique dolls only. Only at the end of the 20th century has there been a renaissance as well as newly created art dolls. They have infiltrated back into the world of art very quickly. Currently, not only collectible antique dolls have great value but also the works of contemporary masters - real "doll" artists.
Contemporary art dolls are characterized by their integrity. It is evidence from the artist in the finest details, from the moment of the first idea to the seemingly unimportant details of the costume. It's a doll with its own name, its own history and unique character, which creates its own atmosphere.
Each of them carries the signature of its author. It is not only a good investment, but often also a quiet, unassuming and loyal friend.