The Carabet Collection, Antique Japanese Dolls Limited Edition Teddy Bear crafted by artist Jessie Ross

crafted by artist Jessie Ross

The porcelain seated lady wears a dandy polka dot jump suit that matches the wide-brimmed sun bonnet that frames her face

and the designed is repeated around the dress back

10" x 10" BT-187

The fully-jointed teddy bear possesses both the trademark Steiff button-in-ear and a paper label

The Carabet Collection, Antique Japanese Dolls Limited Edition Teddy Bear crafted by artist Jessie RossSome astute American collectors have made the study and careful acquisition of important Japanese dolls their mission. One such collection, coming up for auction features this collection, and in its homage an outstanding 200 page hardbound book has been prepared. Featuring dolls to be auctioned January 10, 2016 Newport Beach, CA at the Fairmont Hotel Featuring The Carabet Collection of antique Japanese Ningy at auction. BT 324.