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from the director
Rosalie Whyel Museum of Doll Art1116 - 108th Avenue NE ❖ Phone: (425) 455-1116 ❖ Fax: (425) 455-4793Bellevue WA 98004 USAwww.dollart.com ❖ [email protected]
O F F I C I A L N E W S L E T T E R O F T H E R O S A L I E W H Y E L M U S E U M O F D O L L A R T
Vol XIX, No 2 Spring 2010
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How many tangential pathshave dolls taken you down? Didyou learn to sew by makingclothes for your dolls? Did yougain knowledge of provincial orhistorical costuming, or insightinto cultures past via your dolls?Have you pickedup more than afew words ofFrench orGerman as youstudy your littlepoupées andpuppen? Wellhere they goagain! In ournext ChangingGallery exhibit,we are taking anup close andpersonal look atlace, by way ofthe dolls.
Needle lace,tape lace,embroidered lace, bobbin lace,and netting, name but a fewtypes of lace, all of which havetheir origins in various kinds ofneedlework and weaving. As astylistic art, the evolution of lace
The word “spring” in thenewsletter heading seemed out ofplace as I typed it. Surely it is summer.After all, it has been spring all winterlong here, right? the world outsideis a wild abandonment of blooms,and the birds are all “twitterpated”.We hope you can say the same ofyour world.
Our little “Terri Lee and Family”exhibit has also surely brightened ourworld at the Doll Museum. She andher cheery wardrobes and the playfulchildlike settings reminiscent of ourown childhoods have been waxingnostalgic to many.
Our members were as enamoredas we were when, on opening night,the REAL FAMILY of TERRI LEEjoined us at the Museum and theniece of founder Violet Gradwahlgave a delightful and enthrallingprogram about the company and itslong history. Priceless family lettersand photographs were shared withall. Thank you so much to Fountieneand her wonderful family for such aspecial treat. See page two of thisnewsletter for additional photos ofthe lecture.
Don’t miss this exhibit from SleepyBaby to Terri Lee and Jerri Lee (bigand Tiny) to Connie Lynn and a rareone of kind black Terri. Thiscompany is one of the longestproducing in the history of dollmaking in the United States. And it
The WorldThe WorldThe WorldThe WorldThe WorldEmbellished - Embellished - Embellished - Embellished - Embellished - LLLLLace!ace!ace!ace!ace!
Awaiting their turns in the upcomingLace Exhibit is this variety of early
Embellished treasures.
from the director
was reliant on fashion trends,yet its application is incrediblycomprehensive and complex.We will examine this decorativeart in various forms of use, ofcourse including as it adorneddolls and paper dolls.
Accompanyingthe dolls will bepatterns andsample books,l a c e - m a k i n gi m p l e m e n t s ,children’s andadult clothing,fashion platesand more. Thisa l l - t o o -t e m p o r a r yexhibit will beopen for fivemonths, somark yourcalendars andbe sure to visit“The World
Embellished”, with exquisite,delicate, lovely lace.
Jill GormanCurator
May 22nd – October 17th 2010May 22nd – October 17th 2010May 22nd – October 17th 2010May 22nd – October 17th 2010May 22nd – October 17th 2010
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from the directorfrom the director...Continued From Page 1
This wooden priest and a SH 1159bride for the French trade will be seen
in this summer’s Changing Gallery.
continues today.Yet we are already looking forward
to this summer’s exhibit looming onthe horizon. “The World
Embellished- Lace!” is a bit of adiversion for us but one that has been
compelled by favorite items in thecollection, those containing lace. Ofcourse, the dolls will be representedin many facets from the brides to theethnic, but on display will also beexceptional handmade lace in itssimplest form – a piece alone toappreciate only for its beauty.
Some of the lace comes withprofound provenance, othersconstructed into lavish clothing fromball gowns to babies’ christeninggowns and bonnets.
Behind it all is the endearment andcharm of having been createdlovingly by hands from ages pastwhether for a precious grandchild orto raise funds for a convent. Prepareto be bedazzled. Join us for theopening May 22, 2010 andthroughout the summer and fall forthe exhibit and programs highlightingthis classic art form.
Summer Story Time at theMuseum from our archives. Thissummer, with the sponsorship ofParentMap, we are at long last
launching a Story Time for childrenfrom ages 3-12, or 100 if you wouldlike to join us. I have wanted to sharemy collection of children’s bookssince we opened our doors the bestway books can truly be appreciated,by reading them out loud. Thecollection comes from the 19th and20th centuries for the most part withsubjects familiar and foreign to ourchildren.
We have developed themes that wehope will excite and interest this agegroup, adding to their dollexperiences as well as their lifeexperiences.
Please join us with your children,grandchildren, neighbor’s children, orwhomever you believe will enjoy amorning of good listening andviewing. Appropriate related activitiesare included. I can’t wait to share withthem!
Rosalie WhyelDirector
Terri Lee ProgramWe were so pleasedto have the real TerriLee family not onlypresent, but alsopresenting at ouropening night of“Terri Lee andFamily”. Fountiene
Prince, niece of Terri Lee founderViolet Gradwahl, shared stories fromher childhood, reviewed the Terri Leedolls she owned, and brought itemsto share as well. Fountiene wasjoined by her granddaughter Meliaand Violet’sgranddaugh te rLendy Vail andgreat grand-children Michaeland Eleanor.
Programs In and Out of the Museum
Kittitas CountyHistorical Museum
Shelley and I were delighted to beinvited to do a program for theLuncheon Series at the HistoricalMuseum in Ellensburg, WA onMarch 19. With the celebration ofthe Centennial of Women’s Suffrage,their series has highlighted themovement and people involved. Ourprogram centered on three womendoll artists working before anddirectly after this movement –Izannah Walker, Martha Chase, and
the inimitable Rose O’Neill.After our program, we were invitedto view the wonderful historical dollcollection at the museum. We highlysuggest a trip to Ellensburg and thisspecial museum, filled with uniquememorabilia reflective of the earlyhistory of the area. The exceptional
doll exhibit is currently undergoingrefurbishment, so call ahead tomake sure it will be open.Our thanks to Lori Foulke and herstaff for hosting us. We are anxiousto return and see even more dollson exhibit.
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From the Museum Store...
This summer Rosalie Whyel will share some of her favorite children’s books from theMuseum Library Collection at our first ever Story Time. Each month a new book will beshared with children in the Museum Atrium. Story Time will introduce children and parentsalike to fascinating and beautifully illustrated antique children’s books. A program oractivity will follow that will incorporate the books theme. Visit our website in the upcomingmonths for book titles and themes!
Frightmares: The Ghost FollowedUs HomeBy Peg KehretTake home a copy of a mystery which is set in a dollmuseum based on ours- featuring our antiquemusical cat located on the second floor. From thepopular Frightmares series and by local author PegKehret.
Story Time is coming to the Doll Museum!
Designed for ages 3-12. Allow additional time for a visit to the Museum or Museum Store.Story Time is Free. All children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Sponsored by ParentMap Magazine
Saturday, June 26thSaturday, June 26thSaturday, June 26thSaturday, June 26thSaturday, June 26th10- 11:30am10- 11:30am10- 11:30am10- 11:30am10- 11:30am
Manners & EttiquetteManners & EttiquetteManners & EttiquetteManners & EttiquetteManners & Ettiquette
Saturday, July 10thSaturday, July 10thSaturday, July 10thSaturday, July 10thSaturday, July 10th10- 11:30am10- 11:30am10- 11:30am10- 11:30am10- 11:30am
Dollhouses & MoreDollhouses & MoreDollhouses & MoreDollhouses & MoreDollhouses & More
Saturday, August 21stSaturday, August 21stSaturday, August 21stSaturday, August 21stSaturday, August 21st10- 11:30am10- 11:30am10- 11:30am10- 11:30am10- 11:30amMysteriesMysteriesMysteriesMysteriesMysteries
Nearly Unknown Character26.5” Simon & Halbig 927 for HeinrichHandwerk or Franz Schmitt. Marked“Simon & Halbig/ 927-13x/ Germany”.Brown sleep eyes on a beautifully colored,unique and engaging face. Antique humanhair wig in original set. Bisque sockethead on an original finish jointed compobody with separate ball joints at elbows& knees. Wearing light blue cotton dropwaist dress with wonderful antiqueunderwear, socks & oil cloth shoes. $4200
11” Baby ChouA rag baby in her sweet jumperwith matching shoes. She’s allnestled into her flower bag withher bug friend & bottle.$39.99
Lilliputiens!Soft materials and wonderfulcharacters sum up the newestline carried at the Museum-Lilliputiens! Cloth creationsthat warm the heart can befound in these new dolls andtoys!
Wonderful large Doctor’sbag with 7 accessories tohelp poor, sweet Teddyrecover.$44.99
8” Baby ChloeSnug in her basket, which is reversible as is her jumper, diaper,& hat, this baby is a great companion for anyone- young or old!$24.99
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NEWS
Spring has come at last! Timeto spruce up your favorite doll’swardrobe, making sure part ofyour spring cleaning is getting
your dolls in order, too!Rosie’s Too has a wonderful
assortment of doll clothes andaccessories to choose from. With
Judi’s help our drawers haverecently been sorted and
organized and more drawersadded to further help you findexactly what you want. Pleasecome in and outfit your dollies!
ROSIE’S TOO APPRAISAL CLINIC! Saturday June 5th
During our open hours. Theseare complimentary, verbalappraisals, limit three dolls perperson please.
Rosie’s Too SaleSaturday 11 to 4May 29th, 2010
Area Doll Show Dates
*Look for the Museum Sales Table
ROSIE’S TOO SALE*Rosie’s Too
Bellevue WASaturday May 29, 2010
11am - 4pm
Our “Terri Lee and Family” exhibit in theChanging Gallery has pulled the Terri Lee dollsand accessories from our permanent exhibittemporarily. Filling the space in the ModernGallery is another favorite of the period, MaryHoyer, with an exceptional wardrobe and trunk.
We hope you willremember to visit her, also,for a definite “fashionsfix” from the 1950s. Manyof you recall your mother’shaving sewn or knitted for your Mary Hoyer whenyou were little. Some of you remember doing thisyourself. Here is a chance to renew that wonderfulfeeling of accomplishment and the thrill of a new outfitfor your doll! Come see her while she is out nowthrough May 16th!
CROSSROADS DOLL, TEDDY BEAR& ANTIQUE SHOW & SALE*
Puyallup FairgroundsPuyallup WA
Saturday June 26, 201010am - 4pm
NADDA (Natl’ Antique Doll DealersAssoc)*
Doubletree Guest SuitesSeaTac WA
Saturday April 17, 201010am - 5pm
Sunday April 18, 201010am - 3pm
April Art WalkThe Museum will be participatingin the Eastside Association of FineArts (EAFA) Art Walk this April.EAFA artists, along with Museumemployees Roslyn McMillan andGale Whitney, will be displayingartwork in the Museum atriumfrom April 11th through the 24th.An opening reception will be heldon Tuesday, April 13 from 4:30-6:30pm. The public is invited tostop at all participating venues,including the museum, to viewand purchase the artwork that ison display. As always, theMuseum Store will also be open!
A SPECIAL EXHIBIT CELEBRATING NADDA DEALERSTo coincide with the National Antique Doll Dealers show coming to
Seattle, we will be showing an exhibit designed around some of the dolls,toys, and accessories Rosalie has purchased from NADDA dealers past andpresent over the last 20 plus years.
The breadth of interest and the uniformity of excellence will be obviousto the visitor. Rarity, charm, originality, and uniqueness will all berepresented in this one time special exhibit.
Naturally, many of the dolls acquired from the dealers are on permanentexhibit and many others have been shown in our changing gallery or specialexhibits previously, but when can one see too many dolls and toys likethese and especially all together in sisterhood?
Please set aside time to come and enjoy this exceptional temporary exhibitopening on April 15 and running just a short time until May 19 when ourTerri Lee exhibit also closes. We promise you won’t be disappointed.
Spotlight in the Gallery
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We would like to thank the followingpeople for their generous
donations during the last quarter:
Welcome To Our New& Returning Members:
Sande BenderDoll reference books
Jan BuchananCarol Channing -Bradley Doll with autograph
Rosemary CampbellEffanbee bridal doll
Hope G. CarnahanTwo bisque head German dolls, three plastic and one
composition doll
Alice CulbertsonCelluloid shoulder head doll
Adele H. EngelbrechtChild's wicker rocking chair with provenance
Annmarie FarrisThree 1950s Ginny dolls, outfits and accessories
Karen GriffithsPrincess Diana bride doll from Danbury Mint
Mary H. Johnson"Mrs. Mouse" doll and mouse baby
White iron French doll bassinet, c. 1923, withprovenance
Victoria L. JohnsonMadame Alexander display piece/music box
Jane Keyes1880s lace-trimmed Christening robe, with
provenance
Ana KimballCloth doll collection
Candis MilesDollhouse shingles and dollhouse couch
Lorraine B. WeltzienGerman wooden doll, c. 1927, with provenance
Two vintage mesh purses
Sharen A. YeattsChild-size "grand" piano, with stool c. 1945
Andrea Eastman Nancy GreenawaltWendy Huber Mary KelloniemiSara Lindquist Broni Mazus FamilyAnne McClain Mary McWhirterPamela Miller Carol NeffValerie Orlosky Kathryn Pecha FamilyLaura Reynolds Louise SolisYu-Ya Su Lara SteeleCharlotte Trayer Joe Usibelli Family
NADDA IS COMINGNADDA IS COMINGWe know that sends chills of excitementdown the spines of doll loverseverywhere. We are excited, also, as itis a time to view, shop for, and delightin the best dolls available in the worldtoday. As members we are proud of thetradition of excellence and integrity thatNADDA represents. Join us on April17 and 18, Saturday and Sunday forprograms, a dealer display, andshopping! See our Area Doll ShowDates on page four of this newsletterfor times and place. Be sure to bringthose “needy” dolls – we will have abody shop to help them become wholeagain. We’ll see you there with newand exciting items!
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MUSEUM HOURS:Mon-Sat 10 to 5Sun 1 to 5
ROSIE’S TOO HOURS:221 106th Ave. NE Bellevue(425) 455-0363Thurs 11 to 8Sat 11 to 4Or by Appointment
1116 - 108th Avenue NEBellevue WA 98004 [email protected] 425.455.4793
Coming Events at the Museum
It’s time to brag a bit about two of our amazing staff members. Thesetwo ladies are both work at home moms who have been with themuseum since they were just out of their teens actually, when wefirst opened the museum. To look at them now, lovely young womenwith two little children trailing behind each of them, it is impossibleto know where the time went, but more than that, it is impossible toknow how they each manage to do such a wonderful job for theMuseum while balancing all they do in their busy lives.I applaud and support their decision to raise their own children whilecontributing to the family through their job. And I am so proud of thechildren who come to the Museum with them on special days andbehave so very well.Of course, you will excuse me if I am a little prejudiced. Cristina, ouraccountant, is the daughter of Eleonora, my longest on the jobemployee, and Shelley, the co-director, is my daughter. Nothing couldbe more satisfying than working with these two dedicated, intelligent,and innovative gals. Since you may not see them very often, I thoughtyou would like to know them a bit better. If I began to list the workthey take responsibility for, you would find it hard to believe. I knowI do, and I thank them for all they bring to the success of the Museum.I hope you will, too, the next time you see them.
Cristina and Shelley, working together andwith lots of “helpers”.
FEBRUARY 27 - MAY 16 2010“Terri Lee and Family”Changing Gallery Exhibit
MAY 22 - OCTOBER 17 2010“The World Embelished -
Lace!”Changing Gallery Exhibit
MAY 29 2010Rosie’s Too Sidewalk Sale
Saturday 11 to 4
MAY 9 2010Mothers’ Day
Museum OPEN
MAY 31 2010Memorial Day
Museum OPEN
APRIL 4 2010Easter Day
Museum CLOSED
JUNE 5 2010Doll Appraisal Clinic
at Rosie’s TooDuring Regular Hours, 11 to 4
JULY 4 2010Independence DayMuseum CLOSED
JUNE 26 2010Museum Story Time
Museum Atrium, 10 to 11:30For Ages 3-12
See page 3 of this Newsletter
JULY 10 2010Museum Story Time
Museum Atrium, 10 to 11:30For Ages 3-12
See page 3 of this Newsletter
AUGUST 21 2010Museum Story Time
Museum Atrium, 10 to 11:30For Ages 3-12
See page 3 of this Newsletter
APRIL 13 2010Art Walk Opening
Museum Atrium, 4:30 - 6:30Open to the Public
