Poured wax dolls originated in the 18th Century, but became particularly popular in the 1850s after Mme. Montanari displayed her wax dolls at the Great Exhibition of 1851.
She was a member of a family who were amongst the leading makers in England of extremely life-like wax dolls and, with a particular interest in design and materials.
She specialised in producing exquisitely dressed dolls with extensive wardrobes.
