Vtg Pin Cushion Half-Doll

This is a wonderful lot of four antique porcelain half dolls, showcasing the popular sewing and vanity accessories of the early 20th century, with pieces originating from both Germany and Japan. Each piece represents a different style and level of collectible desirability, from the demure early-period lady to the chic flapper.

1. German "Arms Close" Lady (Blonde Hair, Marked "Germany 4346")

• Description: A classic, pale bisque porcelain lady featuring a blonde molded hairstyle and a simple, off-the-shoulder gown. Her hands are demurely clasped over her chest, which places her in the "arms close" category.

• Origin/Era: German-made, likely dating to the 1920s. The impressed "Germany" mark and mold number "4346" confirm its origin.

• Collectibility: This pose is common, but the piece is a foundational example of German half doll production and is in good, antique condition.

2. German Art Deco "Arms Away" Flapper (Nude/Strapless, Black Bob)

• Description: An elegant Art Deco lady with a striking black bob hairstyle topped by a vibrant blue molded cap or bun. She displays the desirable "Arms Away" pose, with one hand behind her head and the other resting on her hip, signifying a sophisticated and complex mold.

• Origin/Era: Marked "Germany", placing it firmly in the Art Deco period of the 1920s to early 1930s. The "Arms Away" pose is a key value-driver, making it the most collectible piece in the lot.

• Condition: Excellent condition with no damage to the delicate arms.

3. Japanese "Arms Away" Lady (Green Scarf/Hat, Marked "MADE IN JAPAN")

• Description: A lively Art Deco flapper style lady wearing a green tie-scarf/shawl and a wide green hat. She also features a highly desirable "Arms Away" pose, adding complexity and appeal.

• Origin/Era: Clearly marked "MADE IN JAPAN" on the base, typical of the high-volume export porcelain produced in the 1920s and 1930s.

• Condition: The porcelain and painting are well-preserved, and the dynamic pose makes her a great representation of Art Deco style from a non-German manufacturer.

4. Antique Bonnet Doll Pincushion (Child/Young Girl)

• Description: A charming, smaller bisque doll head and torso, likely a young girl, featuring a molded yellow and white bonnet with pink ribbon accents and a green jacket with a pink bow. The doll is fixed to its original antique, cone-shaped fabric pincushion base.

• Origin/Era: German or European in origin, this style dates to the earliest period of half doll production (c. 1890s-1910s).

• Collectibility: Although the fabric is heavily aged and frayed, the fact that the porcelain piece and its original textile assembly have remained intact for over a century makes this a wonderful piece of sewing history.