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Vintage Kennett & Lindsell Dressmaker's Mannequin
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Vintage Kennett & Lindsell Dressmaker's Mannequin

1920 - 1940
Description

A good quality dressmaker's mannequin dating from the early to mid 20th Century. It has a wooden base and top and the body is cloth covered. The size "36" is stamped around the neck and the maker's name "Kennett & Lindsell Ltd, Romford, Essex".

It is a good original condition. The cloth covering has picked up a few marks and signs of use but no major damages and it is a lovely decorative piece.

Approximate Dimensions :

Height : 34” (86cm)

Width across Shoulders : 13” (33cm)

Base Depth : 9” (23cm)

The best description comes from the photos so please look at them all carefully and if you have any questions just ask.

Tracked UK Delivery £25

Physical Dimensions
Height
86cm (33.86")
Width
33cm (12.99")
Declaration

In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors has dated this Vintage Dressmaker Mannequin Torso to the 1930s.

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SA1241912
Description
A good quality dressmaker's mannequin dating from the early to mid 20th Century. It has a wooden base and top and the body is cloth covered.
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The size "36" is stamped around the neck and the maker's name "Kennett & Lindsell Ltd, Romford, Essex".
In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors
fig 1. A vintage fabric-covered dressmakers mannequin torso displaying the Kenneform and Kennett and Lindsell maker marks.
fig 1. Vintage Kennett & Lindsell Dressmaker's Mannequin

It is a good original condition. The cloth covering has picked up a few marks and signs of use but no major damages and it is a lovely decorative piece.

Approximate Dimensions :

Height : 34” (86cm)

Width across Shoulders : 13” (33cm)

Base Depth : 9” (23cm)

The best description comes from the photos so please look at them all carefully and if you have any questions just ask.

Tracked UK Delivery £25

Height
86cm (33.86")
Width
33cm (12.99")
Date of Manufacture

In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors has dated this Vintage Dressmaker Mannequin Torso to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1241912
In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors
In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2016

Selling good quality victorian, georgian and earlier furniture, accessories & decorative items. Ashburton, devon. LAPADA member

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors Profile Page

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In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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A vintage fabric-covered dressmakers mannequin torso displaying the Kenneform and Kennett and Lindsell maker marks.
Vintage Kennett & Lindsell Dressmaker's Mannequin
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A vintage fabric-covered dressmakers mannequin torso displaying the Kenneform and Kennett and Lindsell maker marks.
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  • ObjectDressmakers Dummies
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleIndustrial
  • MaterialLinen, Canvas, Papier-mache
  • ColourNatural Linen
  • MotifsMakers mark stencil, Seamed canvas panels, Neck sizing stamp
  • SizeH 86 cm (34 in) x W 33 cm (13 in)

This vintage dressmaker's mannequin dates from the 1930 period in an industrial style. The construction combines a papier-mâché body covered in natural linen canvas with a wooden top and base, finished in a neutral beige palette with black stencilled typography. Visible details include stitched vertical seams dividing the fabric panels, a wooden cap at the neck, the size stamp 36 around the collar, and the maker inscriptions reading Kenneform and Kennett & Lindsell Ltd, Romford, Essex, alongside minor surface marks and age-related stains on the fabric. Practical dimensions measure 86 cm high by 33 cm wide. Placed in a home today, it functions as a decorative object in an empty corner of a study, bedroom, or living space.

FAQs

A dressmakers mannequin torso, often referred to as a tailors dummy or dress form, is a three-dimensional representation of the human form used by dressmakers, tailors, and garment designers for fitting, draping, and constructing clothing.

Traditional dressmakers dummies feature an internal core composed of papier-mache or moulded card, padded with cotton or horsehair, and upholstered in durable natural linen or canvas fabric.

Authentic vintage pieces frequently feature stencilled maker marks, size numbers, visible structural stitching, and signs of historic studio use such as surface discolouration, pin marks, and natural fabric patination.

A vintage mannequin torso can be displayed as a sculptural accent in a dressing room, hallway, or bedroom, positioned on a pedestal, tabletop, or floor space to introduce textural warmth and historical character.

To preserve a vintage fabric dress form, position it away from direct sunlight to prevent UV fading, gently remove surface dust with a soft dry brush, and avoid chemical or water-based liquid cleaners that could mark the original linen.
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