Rare Antique 1920-30s France Petitcollin Celluloid Bottle Doll W Eagle Head Mark

Rare Antique 1920-30s France Petitcollin Celluloid Bottle / Bed Doll W Eagle Head Mark HISTORY Nicolas Petitcollin began working in celluloid in the late 1800s. In 1901, they adopted an eagle's head logo, which it retains to this day. It began manufacturing dolls in 1912. During WW1, the factory in Étain was destroyed. Around 1924-1926, the Petitcollin Co. launched a baby doll which can be bathed, the swimming doll "Petit Collin". In 1961 it became the first French manufacturer of polyester resin helmets, operating from a rebuilt factory in Étain. In 1995, Vilac acquired the company, which became known as SARL Jouets Petitcollin. The factory has been open to the public since 1998. It is the only operational doll factory in France. The association of local authorities around Étain built a museum dedicated to the brand; it opened in September 2009. On October 19, 2009, the French post office emitted a dolls stamps collection. DESCRIPTION This doll has molded brown hair, painted eyes, lips and brows. I believe dressed in the original clothes. Doll head and arms are mounted on a fabric covered empty color glass bottle. Jointed celluloid upper body. Eagle head mark in back of her neck. Approximate Measurements 10-1/2" Tall Celluloid doll parts and clothes are all in good antique condition. Has one area of wear on front of dress (see last pic) Very pretty doll. Originally Was My Nana (French Immigrant). From Smoke Free Household.