Incredible! Professionally Crafted Dollhouses , Collector Edition Barbies, Miniature Scenes, Dolls

-One of St. Louis' Hidden, Private Treasures is now for Sale-

Watch the story behind the collection on KSDK's Show Me Saint Louis

FAMILY COLLECTION HOSTS 2000 SQUARE FEET OF CUSTOM BUILT DOLLHOUSES, FEATURING A 43 ROOM CASTLE, MINIATURE SCENES, HUNDREDS OF COLLECTOR EDITION BARBIES AND BEAUTIFUL DOLLS! 

A once-in-a-lifetime sale! 

FRONTENAC, MO: One of St. Louis’ hidden, private treasures soon will be gone. It is the lifelong collection of the late Mrs. Charmaine Moeller. Her basement played host to 2000 square feet full of professionally crafted dollhouses, miniatures, Barbies and dolls of every shape and size.

The main feature includes a custom designed 43 room castle named Sir Arcus Castle adorned with highly collectible Bavarian Szalasi furniture and handmade petipoint pieces. The structure measures an astonishing 8.5’ x 8.10’, approx. Other features include the Hollenbrauch Castle which hosts 13 rooms, a Mill house with a working water wheel, a Haunted Castle and an entire room dedicated to Barbie. All this among thousands of other pieces.

Local dollhouse expert and store owner, Barbara McGhee, had the chance to preview the collection. “The castle is absolutely amazing. I’ve never seen a dollhouse this large outside of a museum. There is certainly nothing else like it in St. Louis. I think even the Queen of England would approve of this house!"

The collection also includes thousands of dolls. The dolls range from collector’s edition Barbie’s to Peggy Nisbet to The Hamilton Collection of porcelain and bisque dolls.  

The collection was kept private and shared among family and friends. It was occasionally opened to visitors through tours for charitable gatherings.

The family has chosen the dollhouses and dolls they intend to keep as part of the legacy. The rest is now up for sale by Paint & Patina Estate Sale Services, LLC to collectors around the country.

The family has created a professional video titled, “Charmaine’s Dolls” to help preserve the memory of the collection. It may be viewed by visiting this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G3eSZFOO46I. 

*Please note: the video is intended for the family's enjoyment and features a few pieces that may not be included in the sale. 

SALE DETAILS

The large dollhouses and various dolls will be sold through an online auction. The large dollhouses and their accompanying furniture will be sold as LOTS on a BID basis. Select Dolls and Collector Editon Barbies will also be sold on a BID basis. Place your bid NOW at www.PaintandPatinaSTL.com/Doll-Sale.

Additional Dolls, Barbies, Toys and Collectibles (items not included in the online auction) will be tagged and available for immediate purchase onsite during the preview dates, March 31 & April 1st!

RESERVATIONS REQUIRED TO PREVIEW

Onsite preview dates are Thursday March 31st and Friday April 1st, 2016. Space is limited! This sale is intended for serious buyers and collectors only. While we wish we could allow the general public in to see and enjoy this fabulous collection, there simply isn't the space to accommodate a traditional preview. 

Please submit your request for a preview time here: http://www.paintandpatinastl.com/doll-sale-info.html

HOW TO PLACE A BID

You may bid online. Get the link at www.PaintandPatinaSTL.com/Doll-Sale. 

We can assist you with your online bid entry while onsite during your preview appointment. 

ACCOMMODATIONS FOR TRAVELERS

Nearby hotels include the Hilton Frontenac and the Drury Inn & Suites, Brentwood

Make a part of this collection yours before it's gone!