Discovery-Asian Art, Dolls & Toys
Description:
The Boston Lady and Her Children Boxed Paper Doll Set, mid-19th century, 4 1/2-in. lady with four outfits, 3 1/2-in. girl with three outfits, including one with her doll, and 3 3/4-in. boy with three outfits, one wooden stand (some wear and breaks),in box labeled The Boston Lady and Her Children, the most Beautiful in the World, in a variety of Beautiful Costumes, (box soiled, breaks, one side of top missing),4 3/4 x 7 in.
Estimate $3,000-5,000
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Carly Babione
Business Administrator & Cataloguer, Discovery auctions
508-970-3202
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