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What is a cage doll?
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A cage doll, also called a Santos doll, is a doll that was used to create an altar in the home, especially in areas that did not have their own priest. These European dolls often resemble a religious figure, like Jesus Christ, the Virgin Mary or a saint. The body is typical of a doll, while the base is a frame that looks like a cage. Shop an array of vintage cage dolls on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Wooden sculpture Santos cage doll, Colonial school, Spanish America, 18th c.
Located in DEVENTER, NL
Handcarved polychrome wooden sculpture with glass eyes, Santos cage doll, capipota, dressing Saint
Category
Antique 18th Century Ecuadorean Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Wood
Antique Dollhouse Pewter Bird Cage with Bird, By Babette Schweizer, Germany
Located in Nuernberg, DE
An outstanding bird cage in painted soft metal with a colorful Bird. To hang in your dollhouse or
Category
Vintage 1910s German Art Nouveau Toys and Dolls
Materials
Glass
20th Century French Wooden Toy Car
Located in High Point, NC
takes the form of a whimsical cage on wheels, marrying a sturdy wood base with playful metal bars. The
Category
20th Century French Toys and Dolls
Materials
Wood
Collection Steiff PomPom and Mohair Birds, Germany
By Steiff
Located in Delft, NL
different sizes, ages and fabrics. 13 pieces of Steiff birds in total with extra as accessoire a bird cage
Category
20th Century German Toys and Dolls
Materials
Fabric
"Walking Popeye" With Parrots Vintage Windup Toy by Marx Toy Co.
By Louis Marx and Company
Located in Incline Village, NV
character, "Popeye" the sailorman. He is depicted with Parrots in each hand inside of bird cages. His
Category
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Toys and Dolls
Materials
Tin
Early Italian Polychromed Cage Mannequin or Doll with Glass Eyes
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is an early 20th century Italian polychromed cage mannequin with glass eyes. These were once
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Rustic Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Poplar, Glass
