Collecting Glassware to Dolls: Evolution of a Collector

As I prepare for the Boston Antiques and Design Show and Sale, the Book and Paper Show in Wilmington, as well as browsing the catalogue of items to be auctioned by Theriaults in California, I can trace the evolution of my collecting.


As a child I adored books and continue to do so as an adult.  Books can be read, can be ued for decorating, and may be valuable.

I have many interests in life. It is no wonder that I eagerly await to see what treasures and perhaps an affordable first edition of one of the classics might be at the Book and Paper Show.  It will be a success if I find even a postcard or advertising card that speaks to me. 


My interest in textiles and fashion, current and past, has kindled my interest in early fashion magazine such as Godey Magazine and Ladies Home Journal.  Some of the earliest magazines devoted to womens issues. 

Godey Magazine 1832

From my earlier days of collecting glassware and porcelain, it was an easy transition to collecting china head and porcelain dolls. 

China Head Couple

    

R.S. Prussia Creamer & Sugar

Till Next time stay well, stay happy

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Amazing Finds- Postcards & Pictures 

The day was beautiful for an outdoor antiques show.  It felt great to have the sun shining, a slight breeze to keep cool and rows and rows of antique wonders to view.

Postcard  Pitman, NJ 1906

I picked up several postcards of hotels and town views of places I have previously lived. Postcards are fun and do not take up a lot of room and most are reasonably priced.
 
This card shows a main street in Pitman, New Jersey.
The card is easy to date because of the postal stamp, 1906.
Other ways to identify the date of the card include the white border
and the message on the front.  The back of the card is undivided.

My next purchase was slightly larger.  It included a photo of Jenny Lind in the original frame. 

Original Frame & Photo of Jenny Lind

Jenny Lind was born in Stockholm in 1820.  She began a singing career at the age of 10.
She was known as the "Swedish Nightingale"  She toured America, Canada, Cuba, and Europe and for a time accompanied PT Barnum.  Hans Christian Anderson was romantically attracted to Jenny Lind.  It is said that several of his stories are based on Jenny Lind.  She had a long successful career that included singing, charity work, and teaching music.  It is unfortunate that there is no known recording of her voice.

Till next time, stay well, stay happy.