Collector's Encyclopedia of Madame Alexander Dolls 1948-1965 (Identification & Values (Collector Books)) [Illustrated] [Hardcover]

Linda Crowsey (Author)

Book Description

Series: Identification & Values (Collector Books) | Publication Date: July 1, 2005

Concentrating on Cissy, Lissy, Cissette, Alexander-Kins, Little Genius, and Elise, this book continues the theme of the late Patricia Smith's Encyclopedia of Madame Alexander Dolls, 1965-1990, which was a great seller for many years. This encyclopedia spans the years 1948 through 1965, which covers the vintage hard plastic dolls of the golden era of Madame Alexander dolls. Most of the highest valued dolls today were made during this period. The dolls from this era consistently win top honors in competition at the national conventions of the Madame Alexander Doll Club. Many of the dolls that began in this period (Cissy, Wendy, and Cissette) are the center of the Madame Alexander line today, after a time span of almost 50 years. You won't want to miss this exhaustive resource on the dolls made by the Madame Alexander Doll Company. 2006 values.

Editorial Reviews

Review

In 1948, the Alexander Doll Co. began making dolls out of hard plastic instead of composition. Those playthings are said to be among the most sought after of all dolls. This picture price guide focuses on Madame Alexander dolls made from 1948 to 1965. Each illustration is paired with a brief caption detailing the year the doll was made, its name, size, details and a value. -Don Johnson/AntiqueWeek

About the Author

Linda Crowsey is the author of the annual Madame Alexander Collector's Dolls Price Guide, now in its 28th edition. She has also authored Madame Alexander Store Exclusives & Limited Editions, which has become very popular.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 208 pages
• Publisher: Collector Books; 1 edition (July 1, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1574324446
• ISBN-13: 978-1574324440
• Product Dimensions: 11.4 x 8.7 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #100,797 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #14 in Books > Crafts, Hobbies & Home > Antiques & Collectibles > Dolls
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best reference book I have on MA dolls' outfits., September 19, 2010

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This review is from: Collector's Encyclopedia of Madame Alexander Dolls 1948-1965 (Identification & Values (Collector Books)) (Hardcover)

I am restoring a 1956 Madame Alexander Cissy doll. I had purchased 2 other books of pictures of Madame Alexander dolls but the pictures of the dolls I was interested in were either in black and white or not included in the books. This book has almost all of the Cissy dolls that were made and their outfits. The pictures are in color so I was able to use this book to select fabric for making dresses. The pictures were also of great value when I styled Cissy's hair.

The book also includes pictures of the other Madame Alexander dolls that were made during this time frame. It is a very complete and useful book for anyone collecting MA dolls.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Collector's Encyclopedia of Madame Alexander Dolls 1948-1965 by Linda Crowsey, September 8, 2009

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Wilbur L. And Chartier - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Collector's Encyclopedia of Madame Alexander Dolls 1948-1965 (Identification & Values (Collector Books)) (Hardcover)

This is a very good identification and reference book for Madame Alexander dolls produced from 1948 - 1965. There are many color photos and good identification. I especially like the section of Cissy dolls which I am most interested in.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Alexander Reference Book, March 21, 2009

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C. Crow "romance author" (Nebraska) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Collector's Encyclopedia of Madame Alexander Dolls 1948-1965 (Identification & Values (Collector Books)) (Hardcover)

This encyclopedia is an excellent reference book for those starting to collect Madame Alexander dolls. It has good, clear photos and descriptions. Well worth the price