Antique German dolls are very unique and famous all over the globe. Since the late 19th century and early 20th century, Germany has produced some marvelous designs and unique blends of dolls. They are very attractive, eye-catching and popular with collectors around the world. These dolls have been a great export item for Germany over the decades. There is such a variety of designs, a true doll collector will be able to keep themselves occupied for hours on end as they enjoy going through all the categories and discover the details of each and every one.

Kestner, Dressel, Otto, Armand Marseille and Heubach are perhaps the most famous of porcelain, antique dolls to emanate from Germany over the years. The dolls' unique characteristics and often times production date-stamps make these kinds of dolls even more collectible. What's more, the sheer variety of dolls ensures ample fuel for the passion of collecting them.

A number of well-known artists helped create German antique dolls. for example, the Kewpie doll, a favorite among doll enthusiasts and general antique collectors was crafted by Rose O'Neal. She dedicated her time and talent to produce this admirable and exquisite design. This doll was made in Germany, though some were also manufactured in Japan and America as well.

German dolls come in a wide variety of styles, and the materials are varied as well. They can be found with various parts made of cloth, paper, wood, wax, and other uncommon materials. It is very interesting to see the historical trends that are followed in clothing and hairstyles.

Collecting antique dolls is passion for some people and they collect these dolls from all around the world. German Bisque is another type of these antique dolls and these dolls can be found quite easily. Only in very rare cases are these dolls hard to find. If you have a great interests in the rare varieties, you can find them in historic museums of Germany or in online virtual museums.

There are numerous online sources where you can easily find and buy German antique dolls at reasonable prices. They can be a great gift to children and grand-children, though some German doll fans believe they are best displayed as a decoration piece in a showcase to protect and preserve them for all your visitors to see and admire.