Goin' to the Chapel. . .

And we're gonna get married

Goin’ to the chapel

And we're gonna get married

Gee I really love you

And we're gonna get married

Going to the chapel of love

"Chapel of Love," Jeff Barry and Ellie Greenwich, 1963

This antique bride and groom are "all dolled up" and ready to go to the chapel of love. Dating from the 1910s, these Edwardian dollhouse dolls have heads and limbs of smooth rosy bisque, delicately hand-painted faces, and cloth bodies. If you are a collector of fine antique dolls or are looking for a unique wedding gift or wedding cake topper, this lovely and loving couple is waiting for you at Next-to-New.

Just 6 inches tall, the man wears a beautifully tailored tuxedo (as well as the most dashing mustache!) while his blushing bride is garbed in a gorgeous gown lavished with fine lace and ribbon. 

This nearly pristine pair are attributed to German doll maker J.D. Kestner. Founded by Johann Daniel Kestner in the 1820s, the company produced some of the finest and most sought after antique German dolls. Located in Waltershausen, in the Thuringia region of Germany, the company began by producing wood, paper mache and china head dolls, but by the 1880s, it was renown for its fine quality bisque dolls. Known as "King of the Doll Makers," Kestner offered a wide variety of dolls, from elegant ladies to pudgy babies. It produced entire families of dollhouse dolls, from grey-headed grandparents to pink-cheeked all-bisque children, as well as the necessary staff,  such as maids, butlers, and chauffeurs. The factory closed in 1938.

 

All posted items are for sale at Next-to-New but things can sell quickly!

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