500 Handmade Dolls: Modern Explorations of the Human Form (500 Series)

by Lark Books

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Contemporary and unique, these handmade creations range from representational to abstract, from skillful realism to provocative surrealism—and they’re made from every conceivable material, including beads, gourds, and polymer clay. Juror Akira Blount, a pioneer in the “art doll” movement, incorporates vines, twigs, and carved wood in her fabric dolls; with their expressionless faces and closed eyes, they appear absorbed by inner worlds. Dutch artist Marlaine Verhelst’s porcelain designs seem to have sprung straight from a medieval painting. Chris Chomick’s strange and slightly scary figures feature amazing detail and elaborate costumes. Dollmakers, crafters, collectors, and anyone who loves beautiful objects will love the amazing diversity showcased here.

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Average Customer Review: 5 out of 5 stars

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5 out of 5 stars

Best money I have spent on a book, 2008-11-18
I LOVED this book. I loved the fact that it is full of fantastic pictures of art dolls- not just traditional dolls. I loved the fact it has assemblage pieces, clay, polymer and wood- not just cloth. I have had it for over a month now and am still finding new and interesting pictures to look at. It's not a how to book-it's a wow! look at that! book.

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5 out of 5 stars

Coffeetable Piece, 2008-11-02
This book is a wonderful collection of art dolls and would appeal to guests in the home as a "browse" book. I love it!

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5 out of 5 stars

Beautiful Book, 2008-10-13
"What exactly is a doll?" With that question doll artist Akira Blount begins her introduction to the book. By the end of the book we have been shown 5oo possible answers but left with the impression that we have only scratched the surface of possibilities for doll makers.

This is not a "how to" book, there are no instructions; just 500 beautiful color photos to inspire you. Some of the dolls left me scratching my head and wondering "why?" But even the dolls that I personally don't care for had something to teach. Materials I was not familiar with, tried and true materials used in different ways, this book is fascinating.

If you are new to doll making this is probably not the first book to buy; but maybe it is just for the inspiration. Worth the price just for the breathtaking photos. This could be a coffee table book, but is so much more.

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5 out of 5 stars

Highly Recommend, 2008-09-30
I bought this book for inspiration and ideas. I can't say enough how pleased I am with the book. I look through it almost every day. I highly recommend for any doll artist or collector.

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5 out of 5 stars

An Important Resource, 2008-09-17
A compendium of figurative art, 500 Handmade Dolls opens the door to a facinating subject and the artists who work in the human form. Highly recommended.

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