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May 25, 2005
What is a Doll?
Basically, a doll is a representation of a human. (So, YES, that includes GI Joe and "Action" figures such as the Star War characters! Millie)
All dolls are initially sculpted or molded in some material, and then embellished (eyes, wigs) to resemble a human being. The next thing that most dolls have in common is clothing . . . it is a rare doll that is sold nude. Even dolls that are purchased for dressing and redressing have some basic clothing, whether it be a chemise for a French Fashion Doll, underwear for a Ginny, or a bathing suit for a Barbie doll. But, what makes a doll stand out . . . what makes her outstanding either as a plaything for a child, or a collectible for a doll collector, is often the doll's accessories.
To Be Continued
By Denise Van Patten, About.com Doll Collecting
Posted by dollcloset at May 25, 2005 09:38 PM