These charming ladies could be from Louis XV's court. The doll on the right is from the Gorham collection. (A close-up can be viewed on page 3.) The doll on the left was manufactured by Duck House, Inc. still designed by Pamella Valentine. The quality of this doll is a fraction less than the Gorham dolls, but is basically structured the same way. An all porcelain doll is dressed in period clothing over a stiff under skirt that allows the doll to stand. Until I purchased her on-line, I was unaware that the Valentine's had their work reproduced by manufacturers other than themselves and Gorham. This was an exciting find. I would be interested in any information that anyone else might have on these dolls. Please feel free to email me at straitbarb@webtv.net. This doll has a tag that says "French Court" Duck House, Inc. I could find no reference to the number of doll's made. Please scroll down to see a close-up of her petite face. Her wig is synthetic, unlike the Gorham dolls that have lovely mohair wigs. Her coloring is more flesh toned, compared to the creamy white porcelain of both the Gorham and the artist's original dolls. She is still a lovely doll and I am glad to have her. Note her darling brass and feather fan, she is the only VL that has this particular accessory(that I am aware of).
Due to the fact that the clothing on all the Valentine Ladies is not removable, marks are difficult to see in their entirety. However, the Gorham dolls are marked on their backs with an embossed "Valentine". Please see the next image.
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