1921 Rare First Edition - My Dolly's Home, Interactive Dollhouse Book by Margarethe Stannard.

(Description)

Author: Doris Davey, after Helen Waite. Margarethe Stannard, illustrator.
Title: My Dolly's Home.
Publisher: London, Arts and General Publishers Limited, no date (1921). First Edition.
Language: Text in English.
Size: 9" X 11.5".
Pages: Unpaginated.
Binding: Attractive and good to very good original illustrated hardcover paper-covered boards binding with a burgundy cloth spine (hinges fine, overall slightly worn, scuffed, and soiled - as shown) under a protective removable mylar cover.
Content: Very good content (bright, tight, and clean, some light foxing and staining mainly on the preliminary text pages - as shown, the two uncut paper doll pages at the end are loose but complete - as shown). 
Illustrations: Complete with beautiful full-color illustrations by Margarethe Stannard, which vividly depict various charming rooms and outdoor sceneries. The artistic details bring the story of Dolly's family and friends to life. The unique feature of this book lies in its interactive design, where doors within the illustrated sceneries open to reveal either the next setting or other captivating imagery.

Estimate: (USD 250 - USD 450).

The book: This delightful book serves as a combination of storytelling and interactive play. The vivid illustrations and paper doll elements make it a treasure for collectors of vintage children's books and ephemera. The interactive doors and uncut paper dolls add a layer of engagement that showcases the ingenuity of early 20th-century children's publishing.

The author: Doris Davey adapted the story based on concepts by Helen Waite, bringing a playful yet sentimental narrative to young readers.

The illustrator: Margarethe Stannard, known for her detailed and whimsical illustrations, has masterfully created sceneries that are both vivid and inviting, encouraging young readers to explore Dolly's world in a hands-on manner.