Seymour Mann Connoisseur Doll (Only 3,500 Ever Made)

This edition was limited to only 3,500 dolls. Designed by Eda Mann, the well known painter and sculptor, each porcelain doll was handpainted in the "Sarah Wellington Art Studio", and each is a classic representation of valuable collectors dolls in the tradition of Bru, Jumeau, and Huret.

From hand-painted porcelain to authentic hand sewn costuming, from realistic glass eyes and wonderful hairdos to leather shoes, no detail was overlooked.

Eda has authentically captured the warmth and beauty of museum quality dolls as guaranteed by the Doll Collectors Guild and were reproduced in limited world wide editions of 3,500 pieces. Each represents excellent value for both the serious collector and those who simply appreciate a thing of beauty.

Seymour Mann Inc. was an importer of porcelain products including home accents, dolls and other collectibles which he sold through major department stores.

In 1946 the company started out as Lipper & Mann and was located at 225 Fifth Avenue, New York. They specialized in European imports of ceramics and fine glass.

In 1949 the company started importing earthenware and porcelain products from Japan.

In 1963, Mann sold his interest in the company to Hal Lipper who continued on as Lipper International Inc.

In the 1970's, Mann's imports included some pot de creme sets.

Later, in the 1980's, Seymour Mann Imports added the Connoisseur Doll Collection, part of which included many designs by his wife, Eda. The doll production became some of the most sought after collectibles in the Seymour product line. Mr. Seymour passed away on February 12th, 2004. Mann's son-in-law, Gideon S. Oberweger worked as CEO of Seymour Mann up until his death in December of 2006.

***Please look at the attached photos for size and condition. Photos are part of the description representing the condition report and can be used for authentication prior to the sale date. We urge bidder's to view all attached photos in detail. All items are sold "AS IS". Thank you for your interest and good luck bidding.

Notes: Please inspect all photos carefully before bidding. Thank you for your interest and good luck bidding.

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Torrington, CT 06790

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Sunday, 7/25, 11:00 am to 4:00 pm

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