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R. John Wright Dolls

 

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Maintenance Program for R John Wright dolls!  Since 1983 all of the felt used in their dolls has been custom made in Europe (first in England and currently in Germany). The colors are custom dyed to their specifications and they specially request that the felt be treated to be both mothproofed and colorfast. This is an expensive process but RJW understands that collectors don't want to have to worry about these things which have wreaked havoc on so many wonderful antique felt dolls.

Moths and fading are not a problem, but because the dolls are made of fabric it is best to display them behind glass in a display cabinet or under a glass dome. If surface dust should occur, you can carefully blow them off with a blow dryer set on cool temperature and low setting. For smudges, careful use of an art gum eraser can eliminate unwanted spots.

Felt dolls have a wonderful warmth and an unusual quality not found with other mediums. There are absolutely no synthetics used in the production of our dolls. Even the stuffing is 100% cotton. There are many new materials out there that have not proven themselves to last the test of time. If cared for properly, our dolls can remain pristine indefinitely. We hope you will consider adding them to your collection!

2010 Fairies -  Just in the new "Pine Tree fairy" shipping Feb. just posted. Also, adorable.... "Peter Cottontail" - don't miss him! Wow, the four new fairies are awesome! We especially love Zinnia and Lavender. We are taking orders for these now along with the Poplar and Dogwood fairies (estimated shipping for 2010). Wright is currently working on producing the Hazelnut fairy for Jan/Feb delivery. They will also be working on "Heather" and the "Pine Tree" fairy this year. We are still taking MATCHED NUMBER full set orders on these fairies but they will soon run out. The only fairy that will not neccesarily be able to be matched soon will be the "Sweet Pea" fairy as that was originally exclusive thru Wright but has now opened up for dealer sale. Last year's fairies are available in very limited numbers so if you are interested order soon.

Remember - SAVE 10% OFF on all orders of three or more fairies by Wright. We offer extended year layaway with monthly payments that fit your budget needs - email kmalone@dollery.com to see how we can make a custom payment plan that works for you. We generally request 25% down to confirm and order and the balance is not due until they come in but you can work layaway thru year end on the majority of pieces.

Do not miss these.........they are amazing. Note - prices did increase this year and they are noted below. Wright does increase prices periodically once the dolls go into production. Any price increases will be reflected this year to customers (sorry) but we did absorb the majority on sets in 2009.

Note - We are also continuing to take orders for the Wizard of Oz series! Be sure to get your order in for "Dorothy" - a first in the series!

 

To order of for further information - Email kmalone@dollery.com or call 800-447-3655 ext 15 out of state or 781-447-6677 ext 15 in state Ma. Estimated shipping is based on estimated dates given to us by R.J. Wright. From our experience with the company (20 years plus), because of their attention to detail there are many times delays in production. Generally, on a doll that is not shipping yet, a 25% deposit down confirms your order, the balance is due when the dolls come in. We can work with you on extended layaway as well. Copy & some pictures - Provided courtesy of R.J. Wright. 

We want your business! We  offer up to a year custom payment plans depending on the doll on selected John Wright dolls - call or email kmalone@dollery.com  to see what we can do for you!  800-447-3655 ext 0 out of state or 781-447-6677 ext 0 in state Ma. 

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2010 Introductions

"Peter Cotton Tail" - Dollery favorite!

Peter Cottontail is constructed of the finest mohair plush and wool felt. He is fully jointed and stands approximately 15" tall. His beautiful sculptural face and ears have detailed coloration and he features felt-backed glass eyes, a molded felt nose, and inserted whiskers.
Peter Cottontail holds a springtime bouquet of detailed felt violets and pussywillows made entirely of felt and mohair plush. He also carries a papier mache Easter egg gaily wrapped in paper with silk ribbons. For effortless display, Peter Cottontail will come complete with a built-in removable metal stand.

Peter Cottontail will be produced in an edition limited to only 200 pieces worldwide. We would encourage you to order early to avoid disappointment! The suggested retail price is $82500. We are taking orders now with 25% down, balance due when in or extended layaway available. Email kmalone@dollery.com  or call 781-447-6677 ext 22 in state Ma or 800-447-3655 ext 22 out of state.

 

THE FAIRIES..............

The Xmas Tree Fairy, $795.00, is constructed of the finest all wool felt.  She measures 11 1/2" tall and is fully jointed at shoulders, hips and neck with new ball 7 socket jointing system with internal wood mechanism.  She has delicately hand painted features and a wig of the finest imported mohair.  She has a sculptural molded felt body and limbs and her graceful hands are sewn with individual fingers.  Her magnificent wings are sewn, molded and hand painted out of fine silk organza.  Her dress is a delicate fine organdy and French lace embellished with silk ribbon.  She comes wearing her star headband and holding her magic wand.  She will be produced in an edition of 250 worldwide.  Each will come enclosed in a deluxe RJW presentation box with the accompanying signed and numbered certificate of authenticity and the forms for owner registration.  As port of the Flower Fairies Collection, matching numbers are available for a fee $25 to the other dolls in the series.  Only a limited number will be produced for the 2009 Xmas season.  Hurry!!  Available now for shipping.

 

FLOWER FAIRIES - Brand new Series for 2009! Dollery favorites!

 Sweet Pea Flower Fairy - 11 1/2",Ltd. to just 250 - $795.00

(Matched number sets of fairies still available per request, $25).

Available to order and ship now.

Primrose Flower Fairy - 11 1/2",Ltd. to just 250 - $795.00

(Matched number sets of fairies still available per request, $25).

 Available to order and ship now.

Hazel Nut Flower Fairy - 11 1/2",Ltd. to just 250 - $795.00

(Matched number sets of fairies still available per request, $25).

25% down, bal. due when in. Estimated ship  2010

 

 

 

Heather Flower Fairy - 11 1/2",Ltd. to just 250 - $795.00

(Matched number sets of fairies still available per request, $25).

25% down, bal. due when in. Estimated ship 2010

 
Pine Tree Flower Fairy - (Actual fairy shown) -
The Pine Tree Fairy's amazing pinecone and headdress are made
completely of molded & hand painted individual felt pieces!

11 1/2",Ltd. to just 250 - $825.00

(Matched number sets of fairies still available per request, $25).

25% down, bal. due when in. Estimated ship Feb 2010

 

Dogwood Flower Fairy - 11 1/2",Ltd. to just 250 - $825.00

(Matched number sets of fairies still available per request, $25).

25% down, bal. due when in. Estimated ship 2010

 

Lavender Flower Fairy - 11 1/2", Ltd. to just 250 - $825.00

(Matched number sets of fairies still available per request, $25).

25% down, bal. due when in. Estimated ship 2010

 

Poplar Flower Fairy - 11 1/2",Ltd. to just 250 - $795.00

(Matched number sets of fairies still available per request, $25).

25% down, bal. due when in. Estimated ship 2010

 

Zinnia Flower Fairy - 11 1/2",Ltd. to just 250 - $825.00

(Matched number sets of fairies still available per request, $25).

25% down, bal. due when in. Estimated ship 2010

 

Wizard of Oz -  Brand new Series for 2009! Coming soon - "Dorothy" - first in the series - Ltd. to just 500 worldwide - $1,575.00 - Taking orders now w/deposit of 25% down, balance due when in. Sure to sell out VERY quickly. Order early.

Goldilocks and the Three Bears Series! New version of Goldi for 2009!

Goldilocks & Baby Bear w/Goldilocks book - Adorable! Dollery Favorite!

Ltd. 250 - $1,225.00

Taking orders now w/25% deposit down, balance due when in.  Email kmalone@dollery.com or call 781-447-6677 in Ma or 800-447-3655 out of state.

Goldilocks  and her "Three Bears" - Dollery Favorite!

EMAIL kmalone@dollery.com

"Three Bears" available in matched numbered sets w/Goldilocks - Papa Bear, Mama Bear and Baby Bear

The Three Bears  are made of custom made mohair plush with sculpted felt paw pads with resin claws, and internal growlers. Each bear will features German glass eyes and a molded leather noses.

Baby Bear measures 8" tall. He comes wearing a short felt jacket for his walk in the woods.

Mama Bear measures 14". She has interior jointing in her wrists. She wears an embroidered felt capelet for outdoors.

Papa Bear measures 15". He also features the interior wrist movement. He has an open mouth with a felt tongue and inserted resin teeth. Papa Bear is costumed in a  corduroy vest with leather buttons and a felt Tyrolean style hat. In one pocket of his vest  he has a custom-made carved wooden pipe.

The set is a limited Edition of 350
$1,875.00  set price.
SOLD OUT

Goldilocks is individually priced as shown below.

Goldilocks  - Dollery Favorite!  Beginning to ship mid-September 2008.

SOLD OUT NOW - but see the new 2009 Goldilocks & Baby Bear w/Goldilocks Book above now taking orders!

THREE BEARS  (Ltd. 250) - (see above) THREE - MATCHED NUMBERS UP TO 250 W/GOLDILOCKS AVAIL. W/ORDERS NOW.

Taking orders now! Extended layaway is available thru 12/1 and up to one year on orders prior to 4/30.  Just 25% down and monthly payments or 25% down and balance due when in.

12 1/4 Inches, LE/350 - $725.00  SOLD OUT

Goldilocks is constructed of the finest all wool felt. She measures 12¼" tall and is fully jointed for playful posing. Goldilocks premieres a completely new face sculpt with delicately hand painted features. Her golden curls are made of fine imported mohair and her sculptural, childlike hands are sewn with individual fingers. Goldilocks is dressed in a cotton summer dress with a hand smocked bodice and dainty Swiss embroidered trim. She wears custom made stockings, fine cotton undergarments, and hand cobbled red leather shoes. On one arm is a custom woven basket filled with handmade felt daisies.

As part of the Goldilocks & the Three Bears Collection, matching numbers are available to the bears in the series below edition number 250

 

 

 Alice in Wonderland Series - new Queen of Hearts for 2009 - also just posted the photo of the actual "March Hare"!

 

Alice in Wonderland

Ltd to just 750 World wide,  17" inches, fully jointed, hand rooted Mohair Wig. Based on book by Louis Carroll and Sir John Tenniel. Matching numbers available for the Alice in Wonderland and Rabbit up to the first 250 of the edition. 

Estimated availability: Shipping now - Still available to order. If you want to start this series be sure to call soon to get Alice!

$1,475.00 -  Email kmalone@dollery.com or call 800-447-3655 ext 0 out of state or 781-447-6677 ext 0 in state Ma.

The Mad Hatter

Retired thru John Wright - call now on availability.

16 inches, LE/500 - $1575.00

Estimated availability: Shipping now

All-felt; Fully jointed; mohair wig; Hand painted features; Felt, linen & silk costume; Leather shoes

 

 

The Queen of Hearts - new for 2009!

Available to order now w/25% deposit down, balance due when ready. Extended layaway thru 12/1 available. Email kmalone@dollery.om

LE/250 - $1575.00

Estimated availability: 2009 - Taking orders w/25% down, balance due when in.

 

Nursery Alice - SOLD OUT

Approx. 17" Tall - Est: Delivery 2006 - SORRY, SOLD OUT.

Limited Edition of 250 - $1,750.00

R. John Wright presents The Nursery Alice. This lifelike doll and her pig are modeled after Sir John Tenniel's illustrations in the original book from 1889. Alice stands approximately 17" tall and is fully jointed. She is made from the finest all wool felt with hand-painted detailing. Her dress is a sunny yellow felt covered by a cotton pinafore trimmed with teal colored silk detailing. Her wig is constructed of hand-tied mohair, creating a captivatingly soft effect around her face. It is tied with a teal bow. A sash, teal stockings, and meticulously hand constructed leather shoes complete her appearance. Her pleated apron even has a tiny functional pocket. A little brooch with a scripted letter "A" decorates her collar. Her "baby" pig is made of wool felt plush just the right shade of pink to bring him to life. He has glass eyes and a jointed neck, allowing for the most realistic posing possible. The pig is wearing a silk trimmed cotton batiste bonnet trimmed in lace and tied with a satin ribbon.
This set will come in a deluxe presentation box complete with a reproduction of the original artwork. Matched numbers with Alice in Wonderland may be requested.
 

 

The March Hare

15 inches, LE/250 - $985

Taking orders with 25% down, balance due when in.

Available to order and ship now

kmalone@dollery.com  - Early 2009

Mohair plush; Fully jointed; Hand painted leather eyes; Felt & cotton costume; Built-in metal stand

 

 

The White Rabbit 13" inches, Mohair plush and molded felt hands with individual fingers. Fully jointed. Leather covered eyes and hand embroidered features.

LE/250  $675

Sold Out - sorry!

2004- Call or email kmalone@dollery.com

 

The White Rabbit - The Queen's Court 12" inches, Mohair plush and molded felt hands with individual fingers. Fully jointed. Leather covered eyes and hand embroidered features.  Available to Order. LE/250  $685

SOLD OUT

2004- Call or email kmalone@dollery.com

 

 

Spring Time Series! Dollery Favorite!

Spring Delivery

3" Inches - Ltd. 250

$495.00

Availability - Shipping now!

Mohair chick pulling cart w/Holiday Egg, felt beak and felt feet. Jointed at neck w/movable wings. Cart is made out of hardwood w/movable wheels.

The Seasons of Childhood Collection (below) - Stunning. It is so nice to see more of John's beautiful classic children that we saw in the eighties. Dollery Favorites!

 

"Autumn" - Ltd. to just 100

17" inches each

Wool Felt

$2,750.00

Availability - 2009

25% down confirms your order, balance due when in.

Email kmalone@dollery.com or call 800-447-3655 out of state or 781-447-6677 in Ma.

 

Edith the Lonely Doll

Edith the Lonely Doll

22" Inches - Ltd. 500

$1,475.00

Availability - Shipping now!

 

The Palmer Cox Collection (below)

Shown below are the "Chinaman Brownie" and the "Indian Brownie." Produced in very small editions of just 250 pieces, each is highly detailed and made entirely of all-wool felt. We want to make you aware of this exciting new series. Both are currently available for immediate shipment while supplies last! The suggested retail is $485.  Matched numbers are offered for collectors interested in acquiring matching pieces in the collection.
 
PALMER COX is famous the world over for his delightful children's books on the fictional creatures known as the "Brownies." His inspiration for the Brownies came from the Scottish folktales he learned from his mother which featured the Brownies, or little members of the faerie or goblin world. He described them this way: "imaginary sprites who delight in harmless pranks and helpful deeds. They work and sport while weary households sleep, and never allow themselves to be seen by mortal eyes."

Considered a pioneering artist of the Platinum Age of Comic Art, Palmer Cox brought the Brownies of childhood myth to life with his detailed illustrations and classic verse/story-poems. The first collection of Brownie stories was published in 1887 and sold over a million copies - an unheard of number for that time. Cox would go on to publish 15 more Brownie books - leaving behind a legacy of delight for children and the young-at-heart. It gives us great pleasure to introduce his beloved Brownies for the very first time in the medium of molded felt. Let me know if you need any further information.  

China Man Brownie

8" Inches - Ltd. 250

$485.00

Available to ship now!

 Extended layaway is available!


 

Sailor Brownie

8 inches, LE/250 - $485.00

Available to ship now!

 

 

Indian Brownie

8 inches, LE/250 - $485.00

Available to ship now.

 

Bears at Sea Collection - Coming soon are "Pirate Quartermaster" and "Pirate Mate" - photos not available yet. Contact kmalone@dollery.com for automatic updates when available.

The Pirate King

23" - Ltd. 250 - $975.00

Available to order and ship right away! Extended layaway is available!


The newest edition to the Bears-At-Sea collection is the Pirate King, the premiere pirate character in the Collection. The Pirate King is fully jointed and made of the finest custom-made black alpaca plush with detailed shading. His felt paw pads and individually inserted resin claws give the Pirate King a menacing realism. His wonderful character face features blue glass pupil eyes and a molded leather nose. He will come wearing a fully lined brocade waistcoat and detailed Great Coat embellished with pockets, gilt braid trim, and brass buttons. Around his neck is a leather baldric belt studded with brass "RJW" buttons and on his head is an authentically designed leather pirate's hat.
Matching numbers to other bears in the collection will be provided subject to availability. Future additions to the series will include a Pirate Quartermaster, Pirate Mate, and the Pirate's Parrot.

Bears at Sea - Bear Bo-Sun

21 inches, LE/250 - $775.00

Available to order and ship right away!

Alaca; Fully jointed; Brown glass pupil eyes; leather nose; Felt sailor costume

Bears at Sea - Bear Captain

22 inches, LE/250 - $875.00

In Stock & Ready to Ship! Extended layaway available.

Alaca; Fully jointed; Black glass eyes; leather nose; Felt captain's costume.  The Captain does not come with binoculars as pictured.  Instead RJW put a nice insignia on the Captain's hat.

 

Bears at Sea - Bear Admiral

23 inches, LE/250 - $900.00

In Stock & Ready to Ship!

Alaca; Fully jointed; Blue glass pupil eyes; leather nose; Felt Admiral's costume and hat

 

Beatrix Potter Collection -  Email kmalone@dollery.com for high resolution images.  New are "Lady" and "Gentlemen Mouse" - so cute!

 

Lady Mouse

3 1/4 inches, LE/300

Available to order and ship right away!

Molded felt - $450.00

Available to order and ship now! 

25% down, balance due when in.

 

 

Gentlemen Mouse

3 1/4 inches, LE/300

Available to order and ship right away!

Molded felt - $450.00

Available to order and ship now!

25% down, balance due when in.

 

Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle

11 inches, LE/500 - $750

Available to order and ship right away!

Tipped mohair plush; Fully jointed; glass eyes; leather nose; Inserted resin claws; Felt & cotton costume; metal flat iron

 

Tom Thumb

3 1/4 inches, LE/500 - $395

Available to order and ship right away!

Mohair plush; Jointed neck & arms; glass eyes; resin hands & feet; Leather tail; brass shovel; hand painted ham on platter

 

Hunca Munca

3 1/4 inches, LE/500 - $395

Available to order and ship right away!

Mohair plush; Jointed neck & arms; glass eyes; resin hands & feet; Leather tail; brass shovel; hand painted ham on platter

 

McGreggors Garden  - Introduced at Idex 2006 - SOLD OUT

Limited Edition of 250 - 18" high and 12" wide
$485.00 - Estimated ship date 2008!

First Introduced at EXPO 2006 along with Peter Rabbit. Made entirely of molded and hand painted felt, several of the vegetables actually pull out of the 'ground'! An authentic hand carved wood garden "dibber" planting tool is topped by an adorable mohair Robin with glass eyes, felt feet, and a jointed neck.

 

Jeremy Fisher  - Notified by R. John Wright that they are no longer doing this piece.

11 inches, LE/250

Estimated availability: On Hold

Molded felt; Jointed neck & arms; glass eyes

 

 

 

Raggedy Ann and Andy Collection Series

Marcella & Raggedy Ann - New!

Approx. 17" Tall - Est: Delivery 2006

Limited Edition of 250 - $1,875.00  SOLD OUT

R. John Wright presents Marcella and Raggedy Ann. The character of Marcella was modeled after illustrator Johnny Gruelle's real life daughter, Marcella. Marcella was the creative muse for Gruelle's original Raggedy Ann stories. When she was twelve, Marcella became extremely ill and became bedridden. Her father found an old rag doll in the attic and used the doll to create fantastic stories for his daughter to entertain her throughout her illness. Following her death, Gruelle published the stories to share with other children. The stories became the adventures of Raggedy Ann and Andy.
In this very special edition, Marcella will be modeled after Gruelle's original artwork. She will stand approximately 17" tall and will be made of fine all wool felt with a hand knotted mohair wig. Her body will be fully jointed and her portrait sculpted face will be hand painted. She will come dressed in her yellow cotton dress. Her bonnet will be trimmed with felt fruit and flowers. In her arms she will hold a floppy version of Raggedy Ann. This set will come in a deluxe presentation box complete with ownership forms and a reproduction of the original  artwork.

 

Raggedy Ann and Andy

17" Tall - Adorable! Available Now - In Stock & Ready to Ship!
ANDY IS IN STOCK NOW

Ann is  ALSO STILL available to order. Contact kmalone@dollery.com

Ltd. 1000 Each - $595.00 Each

Based on the immortal illustrations of artist Johnny Gruelle and the original 1918 book, Raggedy Ann and Andy come to life in R. John Wright's signature style! They are approximately 17" tall and will be made of custom all-wool felt with delicate coloration, leather-covered button eyes, and removable clothing. This will make the first time this beloved doll has been produced in the felt medium! He will be jointed at the neck, shoulders, hips and knees for expressive posability.  Matching numbered sets are available!


 

Camel with the Wrinkled Knees

15 inches, LE/350 - $485
Jointed neck, leather harness, hand painted features, leather covered eyes.
In Stock and Ready to Ship!


 

 

 

Raggedy Ann™ Collection; Little Brown Bear

15 inches, LE/350 - $750.00

Not available.

Mohair plush;  Fully jointed; leather covered eyes; leather nose; Hand painted features; Felt & cotton costume; hand cobbled leather shoes

 

Older Bears

Bitty Bears - 3 pieces - Fawn/Brown or Black

Ltd to just 350 world wide,  4 inches

Sold Out

$95.00 each - Taking orders now. 25% down, bal. due when in or we can work with you on extended 12 month payment plan! Email kmalone@dollery.com or call 800-447-3655 ext 0 out of state or 781-447-6677 ext 0 in state Ma.

Tag  Bears - Tinker (White), Toodles (Brown) and Loo (Blonde)

Ltd to just 500 each world wide,  inches, 

Sold out

$295.00 each - Email kmalone@dollery.com or call 800-447-3655 ext 0 out of state or 781-447-6677 ext 0 in state Ma.

Joey - Baby Bear Collection - Koala

Ltd to just 500 world wide,  Final piece in the baby bear collection.

SOLD OUT

$595.00 Email kmalone@dollery.com or call 800-447-3655 ext 0 out of state or 781-447-6677 ext 0 in state Ma.

Tomas Nast Santa 

Teddy Roosevelt - Mississippi Bear Hunt - 2002

Clifford Berryman Bear - 2002

Little Prince Series

Paddington Bear Series

Curious George Series 

Beatrix Potter Collection

 Kewpies

R. John Wright Club Dolls - one Silly Old Bear in stock.

Winnie The Pooh Series

Gepetto & Pinnochio Series

*All prices subject to change. All Shipping dates are subject to change*

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