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Fabulous French Felt Faces!
Lenci or “Lenci-Type?” Most collectors are familiar with the beautiful felt dolls made by the Italiancompany, Lenci. Lenci set a standard in the 1920s for style and quality in felt dolls: expressive painted faces, vibrant costumes, and Art Deco flair. French makers were quick to copy the craftsmanship and style, while adding their own innovations–usually…
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Liddle Kiddles
Mattel’s poseable tiny dolls came to market in 1966 and launched a craze for tiny dolls. They were designed by beloved doll artist, Martha Armstrong-Hand. Most were around 3” tall. Despite their itty bitty size, their play-world rapidly expanded to include many innovative product lines. In 2025, club member Jenny Bressler, shared an extensive Kiddle…
Letitia Penn Doll Club 