Name/Title
Regal DollEntry/Object ID
2026.140.01Tags
Regal Toy Company, Doll, North AmericaDescription
Regal Toy Company branded regal doll. The doll is depicting 18th century fashion. The doll is dressed in a blue velvet gown, the hem, shoulders, and collar of the dress are trimmed in white lace. The bodice of the dress also features two lace detailing. The front panel of her dress features 3 tiers of the same white lace as her hem, shoulders, and collar. The doll also wears a blue velvet beret style hat, it is adorned with the white lace as well as white flowers. Under, she wears a white petticoat and white shoes. The doll is made of hard plastic, she is blonde with blue eyes.Context
The Regal Toy Company, a prominent Canadian manufacturer based in Toronto (1959–1979), was founded by Solomon Frank Samuels and his brother Ben, specializing in plastic and vinyl dolls. Known for iconic Canadian-themed dolls, such as Mounties, Inuit figures, and the Karen Magnussen doll, they were distinct from the earlier, unrelated American "Regal Doll Manufacturing Co" (active 1920s-1930s). The company continued operating through the 1970s before concluding its production run.Collection
Regal Toy CompanyCataloged By
Kat BezaireAcquisition
Source (if not Accessioned)
Multicultural Council of Windsor and Essex CountyLexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Primary Object Term
DollNomenclature Class
ToysNomenclature Category
Category 09: Recreational ObjectsOther Names and Numbers
Other Numbers
Number Type
SIMCAD Original Number LabelOther Number
2142Doll Name
Regal DollMade/Created
Manufacturer
Regal Toy CompanyDate made
circa 1970Inscription/Signature/Marks
Type
InscriptionLocation
Back of her neckTranscription
"Regal Toy"Clothing
Clothing Type
OriginalClothing Description
The doll is dressed in a blue velvet gown, the hem, shoulders, and collar of the dress are trimmed in white lace. The bodice of the dress also features two lace detailing. The front panel of her dress features 3 tiers of the same white lace as her hem, shoulders, and collar. The doll also wears a blue velvet beret style hat, it is adorned with the white lace as well as white flowers. Under, she wears a white petticoat and white shoes.Doll Features
Feature
Sleep Eyes, Rooted HairCondition
Scale
C-6: Gently played withNotes
She has some scuffs on her faceLocation
Location
Room
Shaanti International Museum of Costume and DollsDate
February 9, 2026Notes
Large Misc Dolls Box 1Create Date
February 9, 2026Update Date
February 9, 2026