20th C. Composition Dolls
Composition dolls began to hit the doll market as early as the late 19th century. The material seemed more durable than bisque or china and was certainly not as a heavy. Composition dolls are made from a composite materials. Composition went out of vogue when plastics took over the market.
The dolls in this gallery show dolls made from the 1920s-1940s. They are all made of composition and have natural wigs.
Unmarked 18" girl doll with mohair wig, 1940s
Baby Precious by Horseman 1930s
Unmarked Bride 14" doll 1930s
Scarlet by Madame Alexander 1939
The dolls in this section are some of the compositions dolls that have come through the studio. We are particular fond othese dolls. But, due to their makeup, restoration takes longer. Water and moisture hit these dolls hard. Think of the classic horror doll with cracks in its face and a missing finger. That is a composition doll. We will be filling this gallery with more examples as we go.
Please see our Etsy and eBay shops to see the fashion dolls looking for new homes.