Enchanting Entrance

 DAE Originals presents a new character sculpt to join its remarkable Vivian and Monty the Miniquins line: Viola. 

A seductive face with gorgeous shining brown eyes, Viola is nothing but the definition of showstopper in royal purple chiffon and silk satin adorned with lace appliqués carrying rhinestones and AB crystals galore. A faux fu stole, long and languid adds more drama to Viola's introduction affair. A matching jewelry set, crafted by hand, adds an extra layer of luxury. Offered in an ultra limited edition of 10. 

But we'll let these images of Enchanting Entrance Viola do the talking! 

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She's Alive!

Awaiting for the arrival of a new model can take its toll. But Dolldom's editors sure knew that once in the studios, Nightingale Molly Hayward would get to work immediately.

For this end-of-the-week entry, Molly shows of her good bones in an evocation of one of literature's most unforgettable brides. We will stop all commentary at this point and allow you to enjoy the beauty of Nightingale Molly Hayward.


"Creation of life is enthralling. Distinctly enthralling, is it not?"




"To a new world of gods and monsters!"


"She's alive! Alive!"

V.Jhon Doll

In Her Eyes

Close-up photography for the Publicity Department demanded an early call. The sun had not arisen yet when Miss Gene Marshall, the Star of Monolithic Studios, arrived behind tinted glasses, a colorful Italian silk kerchief, and a slim tweed dress, ready for the camera, always the ultimate professional.



What occurred once the lights were directed towards her face is the stuff of legend. When she opened her eyes, we all had to catch our breaths. The magic of Gene Marshall's eyes was real. Eyes of blue, eyes of a beautiful soul.

The preceding photos feature a wonderful Gene Marshall doll. This example carries a fascinating story, best narrated by her creator, American artist Mel Odom:

"I had this doll privately made to show Ashton-Drake how beautiful Gene could be with glass eyes. The main reason we didn't do her that way was the lack of beautiful 'glass' eyes. The colors in these eyes were custom, featuring pale blue whites (sclera) and intense pigmentation giving them great depth and that feeling that they are following you. But at $20.00 or $30.00 a pair, the price made them impossible for production. The ones available for actual production weren't right for Gene. Later, we tried at Integrity Toys too, they just weren't as expressive as the painted ones."

Dolldom hopes that a future iteration of Gene, manufactured by JAMIEshow Dolls will feature the perfectly crafted glass or urethane eyes that translate Mr. Odom's stunningly stylized vision of iconic Hollywood magic. After all, third time's a charm!

The Elf Himself

Katarina Karsberg, creator of the beloved Myling doll, continues to expand her wondrous world of characters. Born from a quick doodle, Secret Summer, in its 3D form evolved considerably when the porcelain artist and illustrator sat down to sculpt.

 

Ms. Karsberg explains: "I wanted to create a fun little fairy-sprite sort of character, just a fun and friendly little creature! I was experimenting with the face a lot, trying to find something I hadn't seen before."

Dolldom thinks that the goal was attained masterfully as Secret Summer (shown in his Chibi version) brings a most unique point of view to the realm of porcelain mignonette dolls.

Dolldom's Secret Summer Chibi, a boy elf who goes by the name of Poc, enjoys hiding behind books, only to come out when one least expects him to, but when he does come out, it's nothing short of magic!