Are porcelain dolls worth anything?
Porcelain dolls that were made 80 to 100 years ago or more can be quite valuable. A quick scan of the auction and buy-it-now listings on eBay finds porcelain doll values ranging from around $5 and $10 to several thousand dollars or more but no dolls listed above $10,000.
How do you fire porcelain dolls?
Raise firing temperature slow and steady by 120°C every hour until 600°C, then rapidly raise the temperature until 1220°C (in about 30-40minutes) and soak for 10 minutes (meaning keep the final temperature of 1220°C for 10 minutes). This kind of firing program takes about 6 hours.
Are porcelain dolls fragile?
Porcelain dolls are extremely fragile and should be handled with great care. However, when a doll is a collectible or a decoration you should always wear white cotton gloves when you handle it.
What is the firing temperature of porcelain?
This difference is due to the higher temperatures at which true porcelain is fired, 2,650 degrees Fahrenheit (1,454 degrees Celsius) compared to 2,200 degrees Fahrenheit (1,204 degrees Celsius) for china.
What is a doll kiln?
Small kilns for hobby use and glaze testing. These kilns feature One-Touch control or the DynaTrol Control Program.
What type of dolls are collectible?
Collectible Doll Materials. Antique dolls were usually made of wax, papier mâché, wood, china, bisque, or cloth.
How do you dust a porcelain doll?
Use a dry cloth to wipe the porcelain and a Q-tip to clean the doll’s nose, ears, mouth, and other places that are hard to reach. 3. Be sure to regularly dust your dolls with a large, soft paint brush or a feather duster. Simple dusting can help avoid a deep cleaning in the future.