{"product_id":"vintage-miniature-bisque-penny-dolls-pair-japan-c-1930s-1940s","title":"Vintage Miniature Bisque Penny Dolls | Pair | Japan | c. 1930s–1940s","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA tiny pair with big nostalgia.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese charming vintage miniature bisque dolls are believed to have been made in Japan during the 1930s–1940s and reflect the sweet simplicity of early dime-store treasures. Often called \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“penny dolls,”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e these little figures earned their nickname because they were commonly sold for just a penny or two at five-and-dime stores or won as carnival prizes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrafted from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eunglazed bisque porcelain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, each doll features the soft matte finish collectors love, with simple hand-painted details applied using traditional cold paint techniques. Because this paint was water-based and delicate, wear over time is common and part of their vintage character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis pair includes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Boy figure holding a broom\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Girl figure accompanied by a small dog\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTheir tiny expressions and handmade charm make them a lovely display piece for collectors of vintage dolls, cottage decor, nursery styling, or grandmillennial collections.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood vintage condition with age-appropriate wear. Significant paint loss and flaking are present throughout, consistent with age and original cold-painted finishes. Most noticeable wear appears on the girl’s feet, the dog’s facial details, and the boy’s broom. Please review photos carefully as they are considered part of the description.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3.75 inches tall each\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA sweet little piece of childhood history—proof that even the smallest treasures can survive generations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Flea \u0026 Frame Home Decor","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48459367907485,"sku":null,"price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/5313\/2189\/files\/A744D2E5-2CE8-41C9-9FFD-CBA724C5ED6A_5104301b-3613-4fc2-8c59-e17a50c80269.png?v=1781796699","url":"https:\/\/fleaandframe.com\/products\/vintage-miniature-bisque-penny-dolls-pair-japan-c-1930s-1940s","provider":"Flea \u0026 Frame Home Decor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}