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Holiday Child
The first Holiday Child was released in 1980. In 1981 the second version was released. He was the same mold but with a redesigned Christmas stocking. A brown bear replaced the panda. Studio publications indicated the Holiday Child may have been on track to be an annual series but orders were very strong and it appears the plan to make the 1980 model for only one year was shelved. In spite of the fact orders for the 1980 edition were being filled through 1981, the second in the series was released on schedule in 1981. The second version utilized the same mold but with a redesigned Christmas stocking and a brown teddy replacing the panda. There was no introduction for 1982. The following year a new totally redesigned sculpture was introduced for 1983 only. By 1984 all Holiday Child sculptures were completed. Price lists indicated the retired molds were later reintroduced with minor variations in subsequent years, but official marketing material with pictures has not yet been found confirming these releases.
Issue / Completed Price
$250 $275
1980 Edition - Design number 4024
The earliest examples found are dated 1979 as they were produced in advance of the sculpture's 1980 mid-year release. Those produced in 1980 were dated 1980. The studio never made a practice of dating sculptures with the year of production, so the dating of this particular release was initially confusing. Marketing material indicated Holiday Child was introduced as an annual series. If so, it was an afterthought since the first items produced were dated 1979. With the overlap of the first edition into the year of introduction of the second edition, obviously the decision was made not to date those items 1981. Clearly the studio was unable to fill all the orders received for the first edition by 1981 and therefore dropped the practice of dating the sculpture. So far none have been found dated 1981 for either the first (1980) or the second (1981) version.
Measures 5 1/2" tall
Above three first edition Holiday Child sculptures are displayed showing the marks used from 1979, 1980 and after.
The announcement to retire the 1980 edition was made in 1981. All orders were filled before the edition was listed with a status of "Completed." This likely happened in 1981 but could have carried over to 1982. Sculptures produced after 1980 were signed Cybis with no date.
No design or color variations have been found for the 1980 first edition.
Holiday Child 1980 & 1981 editions
The second edition had a restyled stocking along with a brown teddy replacing the panda. The second edition was sold during 1981 only, but none of those pieces had a date of 1981 anywhere on the sculpture.
Issue / Completed Price
$250 $275
1981 Edition - Design number 4024
All orders were filled by 1982 when the status of the sculpture was listed as Completed. No color or design variations are known.
Measures 5 1/2" tall
1983 Holiday Child
The last version of the Holiday Child was released in 1983. Like the first edition, it was dated. However, this time the date was on the stocking where it was easily observed when displayed.
Design number 4079
There were no color or design variations for the 1983 Holiday Child.
Issue / Completed Price
$275 $285
Measures 5 1/4" tall
The 1983 Holiday Child was sold during 1983 only and all orders were filled with the status shown as Completed in 1984.
1980 Kara Girl on the Beach
Design number 4013
Released the following year after Christopher the Sea Listener (1979), Kara is the only other beach themed sculpture the studio released. She has no design or color variations. She was retired in 1982.
Issue / Completed Price
$365 $425
Measures 10 1/2" tall
1980 Little Miss Muffet
1980 Little Miss Muffet
Little Miss Muffet has no design or color variations. She was retired in 1981.
Issue / Completed Price
$285 $335
Design number 4008
1980 Little Miss Muffet
1980 Cinderella at the Ball
Design number 4033
There have been no design or color variations found for Cinderella at the Ball. She was retired in 1983.
Issue / Completed Price
$425 $525
Measures 8 1/2" tall
1980 Suzanne Girl with Kitten
Design number 4016
Suzanne has no design or color variations. An early prototype was made with a lace collar on the cat instead of the pink ribbon. That design was changed prior to production. She was retired in 1983.
Issue / Completed Price
$325 $345
1981 Nicky Drummer Boy
Design number 4046
There are no design or color variations. Nicky was retired in 1984.
Nicky is nearly always found on the secondary market with his drumsticks detached, broken in half or missing entirely.
Issue / Completed Price
$295 $325
Measures 5" tall
Ballerina Trio - 1981 Karina
Introduced as design number 4053, Karina was the first in a series of three. Measuring 5 1/2" tall she was extremely popular and sales were strong. She is offered frequently on the secondary market with damage. More than half the sculptures posted for sale have broken fingers or are missing curls of hair or floral decorations. No color variations have been noted but placement of the curls of hair atop her head will vary. Karina was still available (as were Kristina and Cynthia) on the 1999 price list.
Issue / Completed Price
$375 $695 in 1999
1982 Kristina
Kristina, design number 4074, was the second sculpture released in the trio of ballerinas. She measures 6 3/4" tall. The very design invites damage if not carefully handled. The raised arms with fingers extended over her head is a dramatic and eye-catching pose. While care may have been taken by previous owners to avoid breaking fingers, the flowers, leaves and curls of hair on her head are often broken off and missing. Sadly, the lace sash around her waist is also frequently found missing chunks from the bow where misplaced fingers and thumbs snapped off pieces. She is certainly one of the most stunning ballet sculptures released by Cybis when found in mint condition. There are no known color or design variations.
Issue / Completed Price
$425 $795 in 1999
1983 Cynthia
The last of the series, Cynthia, was 9 1/4" tall. Attached to a round porcelain disc for a base, she is often found detached or reattached with evidence of glue.
Issue / Completed Price
$525 $795 in 1999
1981 Baa Baa Black Sheep & Muffy, Fluffy White Sheep
Issue / Completed Price
$475 $475
$85 $85 (Muffy)
Design number 4036 & 6013
The two sculptures were marketed together as a set but sold separately. As with Mandy, Bo Peep's lost sheep, Muffy was issued a design number from the Animal Kingdom and Woodlands category.
Measures 10" & 3 1/2" tall
Retired in 1983 Baa Baa Black Sheep had no color or design variations.
1981 Fleurette
Design number 4048
Upon her release in the Fall of 1981, marketing material stated Fleurette would be released in three versions. Each would be a limited edition restricted to 1,000 and would follow a pattern set by Rapunzel in which subsequent versions were released on the completion of its predecessor.
Issue / Completed Price
$725 $1,995 in 1999
Design number 4048
Design number 4048
Released as a limited edition restricted to 1,000 sculptures, Fleurette was in production for more than 10 years. At some point after her introduction her edition size was increased to include an additional 100 copies for distribution outside the continental U.S.
Measures 8 1/4" tall
The 1999 price list stated Fleurette was "Near Closing", which is not clear. It is not known if the studio was attempting to state she was Near Completion (the terminology used in the past when an edition was fully subscribed) or if her declared edition number was being reduced due to stagnant sales.
1981 Jamie Boy with Chicks
No known design or color variations have been noted.
Issue / Completed Price
$345 $475
Design number 4040
Measures 6" tall
Retired in 1983, Jamie is a large piece not in keeping with other Cybis Children to Cherish sculptures. While cute, sales were sluggish and Jamie was available less than two years.
1982 Sleeping Beauty
No known design or color variations have been noted. Marketing photos taken of the prototype appear to be identical to production pieces.
Issue / Completed Price
$595 $850
Design number 4060
A limited edition restricted to 750, Sleeping Beauty was fully subscribed and all 750 copies were made by the end of 1986. Selling 750 copies in four years indicates how popular this sculpture was. Her floral and lace headdress is found damaged 75% of the time with the lace damaged or broken off entirely.
Measures 7 1/2" tall
The details added to her gown further set her apart as one of the best designs released in the Children to Cherish collection during the 1980's.
Due to mishandling the lace ribbon on her back is often damaged with part or all of the bow missing. A mIs-placed finger or thumb will snap off lace parts such as this bow with the smallest amount of pressure. Sleeping Beauty should ONLY be handled by her chair.
An often overlooked part of the sculpture is the back of her chair.
The view of her headdress from behind shows how the lace was attached to the top of her head. The floral decorations were then attached to the front of the lace. A mint condition sculpture will look like this.
1982 Emily Ann
Introduced as an open edition, Emily Ann was closed by 1986.
Issue / Completed Price
$185 $---
Design number
No design or color variations have been noted among production items.
1983 Little Match Girl
Introduced as an open edition, Little Match girl was closed by 1986.
Issue / Completed Price
$285 $295
Design number
No known color or design variations exist but facial expressions have been observed to vary widely.
Measures 5 3/4" tall
While a sturdy piece, Little Match Girl is frequently seen with the match tip broken off.
1983 Wee Willie Winkie
Issued as an open edition Wee Willie Winkie was closed sometime prior to 1986. The brochure image indicates no color or design variations from the production model. Wee Willie was introduced as created with no changes.
Issue / Complete Price
$275 $ --- unknown
Design number
The sculpture not only executes movement well but also is an excellent work in balance. The bottom "slits" of Wee Willie's night shirt spread out touching the surface below to provide stability keeping the piece from tipping over.
Buyers should carefully examine the puffballs on each shoe and the tip of his nightcap for damage. These will often have tiny chips where small pieces have been broken off.
Measures 7 1/4" tall
The lantern is often found broken off or missing entirely. This piece was part of the mold and made of porcelain as was the whole sculpture. Not part of Wee Willie was assembled with bonding adhesives. Check for glue to avoid damaged items.
1983 David - Young Shepherd Boy
David was introduced as an open edition as part of the Biblical collection. The sculpture depicts Israel's King David as a child holding a dove and with a lamb at his feet. This piece could have been introduced into the Children to Cherish collection or the Portraits in Porcelain but was assigned to the Biblical category for the brief time he was available. He was closed prior to February 1986.
Issue / Complete Price
$325 $ --- unknown
Design number
The first design was a prototype never released. It has David's eyes closed or looking down. The base he is attached to was too small and the lamb was poorly attached, hanging off the side. The actual production piece was approximately 1/2" shorter. It has David's eyes open and the hem of his robe raised to allow for repositioning of the lamb.
Measures 8 1/2" tall
The production piece had revisions mentioned previously including shifting David away from the center of the base, closer to the edge. The prototype had bas relief decoration around the base which was removed. It is questionable as to why the revisions didn't include simply making the base larger. With the other modifications that were made it seems it would have made sense to have increased the overall size of the base so the little lamb would fit better. As can be seen from the back, the lamb is still hanging off the edge of the base.
1983 Lucy Locket & 1984 Kittie Fisher
Design numbers unknown
Lucy was introduced in 1983 and Kittie followed in 1984. Both were open editions. No design or color variations have been noted among production items. Marketed as a set they were sold separately. Color variations were seen for both sculptures among items sold in 2019 as part of the studio's liquidation auction. Lucy was decorated in blue while Kittie was in orange/red tones. Both appeared to have had a glazed surface, a major departure from the matte finish used on all Children since the late 1950's. The two were likely test pieces and were never made. These two items were not as popular as other children from nursery rhymes had been and this resulted in quick retirements for both.
Issue / Completed Price
$325 $ --- unknown
1984 Baseball Player "Little Champ"
Issued as an open edition in a blue color scheme, Little Champ was closed by 1986. He was reintroduced in 1990 as "Young Baseball Player" at a reduced price.
Issue / Completed Price
$325 $ --- unknown (Little Champ)
$195 $295 in 1999 (Young Baseball Player)
Design number 4055
Measures 8 1/2"- 8 3/4" tall
There are no design or color variations found for Little Champ. The sculpture did not do well in the first release, which explains why he is seldom seen on the secondary market. His second release, at a lower price, did not sell well either. This piece is hard to find.
A limited edition sculpture in red was produced for presentation to the American Olympic Baseball Team members in 1984. This sculpture was on a slightly larger, odd shaped base making the piece taller than the standard issue.
Measures 8 1/2"- 8 3/4" tall
Measures 8 1/2"- 8 3/4" tall
The limited edition sculpture was not numbered. The exact number produced was never released and is not known, but was likely in the neighborhood of 30 items.
The back of his shirt is painted in red, white and blue and reads BASEBALL USA with the American flag. The special edition also has red stitching painted on the baseball whereas the standard production piece does not.
1984 Figure Skater - A Star is Born
Released as a limited edition restricted to 750 copies, A Star is Born, was the first skater in a series of three, the second in 1985 and third in 1986, are shown later on this page. Available in color only, her edition size was later increased to include an additional 75 for availability outside the continental U.S. It is likely this sculpture was completed.
Issue / Completed Price
$625 $799 on the 1999 price list
Design number 4089
Measures 10" tall
Due to how the skates are attached to the base, this piece is often found with the base separated or having been reattached. Any piece with a reattached base is DAMAGED and should be priced accordingly.
1984 Michael
Michael was released as an open edition. He was closed in the early 90's only to be reintroduced a short time later.
Issue / Completed Price
$235 $399 on the 1999 price list
Design number 4095
Issued as a companion piece to Wendy, the timing of Michael's release was off. Wendy was closed in 1982. Michael was closed between 1990-1992. Ironically, the two were reintroduced around 1997 in a new category listed as Holiday Children for $395 each.
Measures 6 1/2" tall
There are no known design or color variations for Michael. He has been seen offered on the secondary market with the toy soldier broken off and missing.
1984 Jack in the Beanstalk
Introduced as a limited edition restricted to 750 copies Jack later had his edition size increased to include an additional 75 copies available for distribution outside the continental U.S.
Issue / Completed Price
$575 $625
Design number 4093
Jack was released in color only. He was closed prior to 1988 and it is not known if all 825 declared copies were produced.
Measures 8" tall
No known design or color variations have been found so far on the secondary market.
1984 The Choirboy
Released as an open edition The Choirboy was closed prior to 1988. The Choirboy was released in color only. No color or design variations have been found.
While many children from this time period were introduced with a companion piece, no Choirgirl was released and it is not known if one was considered.
Issue / Completed Price
$325 $425
Design number 4096
The text printed on the hymnal is an adaptation from "Holy, Holy, Holy" by Reginald Heber, 1826. Only excerpts are used from verse one and three from the actual hymn. It reads, "Holy, Holy, Holy, Lord God Almighty, Only Thou art holy. There is none beside Thee.
The actual verses are shown below:
Vs. 1 Holy, holy, holy! Lord God Almighty!
Early in the morning our song shall rise to thee.
Holy, holy, holy! merciful and mighty!
God in three Persons, blessed Trinity!
Vs. 3 Holy, Holy, Holy! though the darkness hide thee,
Though the eye of sinful man thy glory may not see,
Only thou art holy; there is none beside thee,
Perfect in pow'r, in love, and purity.
Measures 8 1/2" tall
Most copies offered on the secondary market have the songbook detached or missing. He also found with broken and/or missing fingers that become damaged when the songbook is broken away from his hands. This was an inferior design as the adhesive agent used to attach the book to his hands did not bond well and many copies have become damaged with the slightest pressure when handled.
1985 Clara (The Nutcracker)
In 1985 Clara, ballerina from the Nutcracker, was the first in a series of three. Released as design number 4099, she was an open edition measuring 8 1/2" tall. She issued at $395. Clara was retired prior to 1988.
1985 Swanilda (Coppelia)
Second in the series, Swanilda, from The ballet Coppelia measures 9" tall. She was also issued as an open edition with design number 5009. Her issue price was $450. Swanilda was retired prior to 1988.
1986 Kitri (Don Quixote)
Measuring 6" tall Kitri, from Don Quixote, was issued as an open edition with a starting price of $450. Released as design number 5032 she was the final edition in this series of three ballerinas. Kitri continued in the line through the 1990's. In 1999 she was listed at $795.
1985 Felicia, Flutist
1985 Marguerite, Mandolinist
The Trio, later referred to as Musicians (Trio) was a group of three misplaced adult women playing instruments. It is not clear why they were assigned to the Children to Cherish collection but may be because they were smaller sculptures and open editions. Felicia, Flutist, was issued as design number 5017 and measures 9 1/4" tall.
1985 Marguerite, Mandolinist
1985 Marguerite, Mandolinist
1985 Marguerite, Mandolinist
All three of these sculptures were assembled using adhesive bonding agents to hold the instruments in place. Multiple copies sold on the secondary market have been offered with loose or missing parts. Such pieces are not mint and should be considered damaged. Marguerite, Mandolinist was issued as design number 5018 and measures 7" tall seated.
1985 Vanessa, Violinist
1985 Marguerite, Mandolinist
1985 Marguerite, Mandolinist
While sold separately each of the three was priced at $425 when issued. The exact retirement date is not known but the trio was listed on the 1999 price list with each listed at $975. Vanessa, Violinist, was issued as design number 5016 and measures 9" tall.
1985 Recital
Released as an open edition with an issue price of $275, she was retired in 1986 without any price increases. No design or color variations have been found.
Design number 4083
Her left hand was poorly designed. Minimal sales resulted in her early closure.
1985 Figure Skater - Figure Eight
Figure Eight was issued as the second skater in the series of three. She was also a limited edition of 750 sculptures with an additional 75 for distribution outside the continental U.S. This edition was likely never completed.
Issue / Completed Price
$625 $799 on the 1999 price list
Design number 5005
All three of the skaters in the series faced the design challenge of attaching a top heavy figure to a small base by the blades of the skates. These sculptures were easily broken if not handled with the greatest of care. The majority of items listed on the secondary market are either sold as damaged or repaired. Even if not detached from the base Figure Eight is often seen with broken or missing fingers.
1986 Little Miss Liberty
The Spring 1986 brochure introduced this child sculpture as an open edition with an issue price of $295. Released as Little Miss Liberty she was part of the Commemorative collection and available for one year only during 1986 to commemorate the Centennial/100th anniversary and restoration of the Statue of Liberty. Cybis released this sculpture to recognize children who sent donations to the restoration project. No variations have been found for the 1986 release. The studio stated her height as 8", but a majority of items listed on the secondary market (as well as the piece in this collection) measure 8 3/4" tall. It's likely the 8" measurement was an error.
Design number 5033
In 1990, a smaller edition was designed for a 1991 release as part of the Hall of Fame collection. The 1990 price list shows Little Miss Liberty II measuring 7 1/2" tall with a 1991 release date. Examples of this release have not surfaced yet so no pictures are available.
A third Little Miss Liberty (pictured above) was introduced with the girl holding a yellow bow instead of the book. Secondary market listings for these versions have stated measurements of 8 3/4" tall which indicates the original 1986 mold was used. Two design variations in the bow are known to exist as shown.
Measures 8" tall
Confusion around this sculpture's name originated with an ad placed by a merchant promoting the 1986 Spring introductions. In error, the name was stated as Little Miss America instead of Little Miss Liberty. No printed material from the studio has been found to date listing this piece by any name other than Little Miss Liberty. The 1986 Spring brochure, the 1986 catalog and 1986 Alphabetical Guide to Current Sculptures all list her as "Little Miss Liberty".
1986 Encore
Encore was issued as the third and final skater in the series of three. She was also a limited edition of 750 sculptures with an additional 75 for distribution outside the continental U.S. This edition was likely never completed.
Issue / Completed Price
$625 $799 on the 1999 price list
Design number 5021
Encore was the most dramatic pose out of the three skaters in the series. It is fitting her pose was the most exciting as the last issued and in keeping with her name. This pose, standing on one skate, was an even greater challenge for the mounters to assemble during production. Issues also developed during firing in which the skate broke loose from the base when subjected to the heat of the kiln.
Measures 11" tall
This piece is seldom seen due to the fact once it is damaged it is often damaged so badly that most owners simple discard it knowing any residual value would not justify the cost of a restoration.
1986 Jody
Released with the full name of Bedtime Jody this sculpture was issued as an open edition. His sister, a companion piece, follows below.
Issue / Completed Price
$235 $395 on the 1999 price list
Design number 5026
While marketed as a set, the two children, presumed to be brother and sister, were priced and sold separately. No design variations have been found but the production pieces do have lighter hair color (particularly on Beth) than the prototypes used for the marketing pictures.
Measures 5 3/4"" tall
For a brief time during the 90's the studio offered a discounted price when buying the two together. Buyers could save $40 each if purchasing both in a single transaction.
1986 Beth
Also released as an open edition, the full name for this piece was Bedtime Beth.
Issue / Completed Price
$235 $395 on the 1999 price list
Design number 5025
An error was made when Jody and Beth were measured. Studio references to their height list each as 5" tall. Jody is significantly taller than Beth in the marketing photo. The Jody in this collection is an inch taller than Beth. He measures 5 3/4", while she is 4 3/4" tall.
Measures 4 3/4" tall
The studio released several children with toys. There were three girls holding dolls. Wendy, Elizabeth Ann and Beth were each depicted holding a doll. Of these, the doll Beth is holding was the best the studio delivered. It actually looks like a doll.
1986 Laura
Laura was released as an open edition in 1986. She was still in production according to the last price list published in 1999. Even though Laura was available for sale for at least 14 years, she is seldom seen on the secondary market and considered hard to find.
Issue / Completed Price
$325 $395 on the 1999 price list
Design number 5031
No color or design variations have been found on production pieces. One example sold in the 2019 auction of the studio's remaining archives and back stock may have been the first prototype. It had a different color scheme, more detail in the bottom of her dress and NO hat. Her hat was attached using an adhesive bonding agent. At least one item was offered on the secondary market with the hat upside down and the daisies at the top, near her fingers. This was not a variation. It was a botched restoration where the hat became separated and was incorrectly reattached.
Measures 9" tall
Laura is a simple, yet elegant piece reminiscent of earlier sculptures the studio released during the 1960's and early 1970's. The movement of wind past her dress and through her hair demonstrates a refreshing gentle motion rarely seen.
1986 Rose White
Rose White and Rose Red were issued as limited editions in the Fall of 1986. The marketing brochure indicates each would be limited to 750 copies. The 1988 price list shows those numbers were increased to include an additional 75 copies for distribution outside the continental United States. The two were both still listed as available on the 1999 price list. It's doubtful all 775 copies were produced for either one.
Issue / Completed Price
$675 $999 on the 1999 price list
Design number 5008
Both Rose White and Rose Red were exception sculptures typical of the style and detail Cybis collectors expected. Each had attention focused on both painted and sculpted details. Elongated separated fingers, painted floral decorations on the dresses and ribbons with flowers in the hair all set these two sculptures apart from the other children in the various collections. The addition of the design elements mandates any owner use additional caution when handling either of these sculptures. A misplaced finger or thumb can result in an immediate decrease in value by more than 90% of current market evaluations.
Measures 8 1/4" tall
The ribbon around her waist has a bow on the back which is often broken due to improper handling. These are beautiful features easily forgotten until an unsuspecting visitor or forgetful owner picks her up by her middle section.
Her neckline is adorned with three small buds standing upright supported by two green leaves below.
While priced and sold separately the two were marketed as a set. The 1993 price list shows the two could be acquired at a slight discount for $1,550.00 when purchased together. Purchasing separately would cost $1,670.00.
Rose Red is no less delicate in her decoration. Tiny red buds grace her shoulder while flowers and ribbon adorn her hair. She too has a ribbon with a bow on her waist.
1986 Rose Red
Rose Red, the companion to Rose White sits down looking up at her sister, but displays well if alone.
Issue / Completed Price
$595 $899 on the 1999 price list
Design number 5007
Measures 5 1/4" tall
With the detailing on Rose Red's back, an owner surely needs a mirrored background to fully appreciate the workmanship on this piece.
Measures 5 1/4" tall
Measures 5 1/4" tall
Rose Red was one of the few sculptures intentionally designed with red hair.
1986 Clarissa
Measures 5 1/4" tall
Design number 5030
Released as an open edition with the Summer 1986 introductions, Clarissa was still available on the 1999 price list.
Issue / Completed Price
$165 $195 on the 1999 price list
Design number 5030
Measures 5 1/4" tall
Design number 5030
The mold used for Clarissa was used for Little Heart and three other color variations. These may have been event pieces or available exclusively to visitors to the studio in Trenton. Known color variations exist in blue, white with ivory accents and red.
Measures 5 1/4" tall
Measures 5 1/4" tall
The endearing charm this sculpture conveys makes Clarissa a piece any collector of the Children to Cherish collection deem as a must have. Even with her 13+ year production run she is not seen often on the secondary market and commands a premium when available.
Two copies in basic white with glazed ivory accents were sold in the 2019 auctions liquidating the studio's remaining back stock and archives. This was a unique color variations as the bodice of her dress has no color or design.
A blue version was sold at auction in Arizona as part of a collection containing numerous other Cybis variations previously unseen.
This color variation with red hearts and painted flowers above the hem of her skirt was possibly a test design that led to Little Heart. Red was more difficult and expensive to produce as was the detailed floral design painted on her dress.
1988 Little Heart (Special Clarissa)
This special edition for Valentine's Day may have been released as early as 1987. She appears on the 1988 price list under the Sweetheart collection. In 1989 she was moved to the Special Occasion Gifts collection. She was retired between 1991-1992.
Issue / Completed Price
$195 $210
Design number 5048
Little Heart has a pink color scheme and holds a heart shaped trinket in her right hand.
1986 Lullaby-Blue, Pink and Ivory
1986 Lullaby-Blue, Pink and Ivory
1986 Lullaby-Blue, Pink and Ivory
Lullaby was released as an open edition available in three colors. Early pieces had greater detail with parts of the baby being attached as a separate component to the moon. Later items were made from a solid mold with less detail. Lullaby was listed for sale through 1999.
Issue / Completed Price
$125 $199 on the 1999 price list
Design number 15035
1986 Lullaby-Blue, Pink and Ivory
Measures 6 1/2" tall
Lullaby was released in blue, pink and ivory. Upon introduction each color was issued its own design number. Blue was 15035, pink 5035 and ivory 25035. By 1993, the name was changed to "Lullaby, Baby on Moon" with the design number 15035 for all three colors. The name and design number remained the same through the 1999 price list and presumably until the studio closed.
Measures 6 1/2" tall
1986 Lullaby-Blue, Pink and Ivory
Measures 6 1/2" tall
This sculpture bounced around from one newly created collection to the next. Obviously marketed as a baby shower gift, this piece wound up in the All Occasion Gifts-Baby section.
1987 The Prince
Introduced as an open edition, The Prince was marketed alongside the The Pauper. The two were priced and sold individually even though mid 90's price lists show a $130 discount if purchased together. The Prince was retired between 1994 and 1996. He was not on the 1997 price list.
Issue / Completed Price
$425 $675 on the 1993 price list
Design number 5019
A large price difference separated the Prince from the Pauper. This was largely due to the old coin gold embellishments and detailed designs on his cape which were also trimmed in gold. Two color variations were released but price lists do not indicate new design numbers were assigned for those variations. A purple themed set was sold (shown below) and later a special issue in gold and white for the 1989 Golden Anniversary. The anniversary set likely did have a new design number issued but no literature has surfaced yet with those details.
Measures 9" tall
The Spring 1987 brochure lists both The Prince and The Pauper to be 9" tall. This was in error as The Pauper is slightly shorter measuring 8 3/4" tall. Additional errors made on price lists show The Prince at 9 1/4" and The Pauper from 9 1/4" to 9 1/2" tall.
No design variations are known to exist for the Prince or the Pauper. However, the mold used for the Prince was reworked changing his hat to a crown. This new "crowned" prince was titled The Golden Prince and issued as the second edition for the Cybis Collectors Society in 1996. Read more about The Golden Prince in the 1990 Children's section.
Standard colors issued in 1987.
A second color option was offered in purple.
1987 Pauper
The Pauper, companion to The Prince was also released as an open edition and retired between 1994 and 1996.
Issue / Completed Price
$295 $450 on the 1993 price list
Design number 5020
No known design variations are known to exist for The Pauper. His mold was not recycled to produce any other sculptures as was the case for The Prince. The Pauper was also produced in purple (as shown above) and a special white and gold edition.
Measures 8 3/4" tall
The special Golden Anniversary edition was available for one year only during 1989 to commemorate 50 years of Cybis art in the United States.
1987 Indian Boy "Young Brave"
Young Brave was released as part of the Constitutional Collection. He was declared a limited numbered edition with individual sculptures to be numbered during the year of release only. No limit was declared. However, in 1993 the studio published a declared limit of 750 copies with 25 additional copies for distribution outside the continental United States. It is unlikely all 775 declared copies of Young Brave were produced.
Issue / Completed Price
$650 $995 on the 1999 price list
Design number 23720
Secondary market sales with pictures documenting sold items seem to indicate the studio toned down the unnatural orange color of the skin on the prototype. Images of production items appear to have a more natural skin color.
Measures 13 1/4" tall
At 13 1/4" tall Young Brave was an over size piece that was out of proportion to other collections.
1987 Young Rose (Bridesmaid)
In 1987 the studio released Young Rose as an open edition. She was available through the 1999 price list. Initially, her full name was stated as Young Rose (Bridesmaid) as shown above. Bridesmaid was later dropped leaving her name simply as Young Rose.
Issue / Completed Price
$295 $395 on the 1999 price list
Design number 5014
When released, Rose was added to a new group, Lovely Lady/Wedding/Sweetheart collection. It would seem the studio was conflicted over where she belonged. Two new bridal collections were in development, each released subsequently in the Fall of '87 and Spring of '88. Her size of 9" placed her in between these two. She was two short to be a Bridesmaid in the "Wedding Collection" and too tall to be in the Miniature Bridal collection. After bouncing her from one category to another over the next several price lists, Rose was reassigned to the Children to Cherish collection by 1993. She remained there through 1999.
Measures 9" tall
There are no known color or design variations for Young Rose. While a few individual pieces may appear to have slightly darker or lighter hair color, this can be attributed to an individual artist's style or technique. Minor differences as such are not considered variations.
Roberta
During the 1990's Young Rose was recycled as an event piece. Like other event pieces, she was largely a color change similar to what was seen with Betty Blue and Patty Pink. Roberta was available for purchase during the specific event in which she was offered. Some merchants enthusiastically ordered large quantities in advance, anticipating a strong collector response. This response failed to materialize leaving large back stocks in merchant's stockrooms which have recently been offered via online platforms.
Measures 9" tall
One small design difference exists between Rose and Roberta. The leaves beneath the rose in her hand were omitted when Roberta was created.
The example pictured next was decorated with more flowers. She appears to be holding a a spray that would have taken more time to create and paint than the single rose found on Roberta and Young Rose.
Possible prototype
The sculpture above was quite probably the prototype for Young Rose. She certainly looks more like a Bridesmaid. This unique piece was sold in the 2019 auction liquidating the studio's remaining back stock and archives.
1988 Little Gymnast
Introduced as an open edition in the Spring of 1988, the Little Gymnast remained available through the 1999 price list.
Issue / Completed Price
$225 $295 on the 1999 price list
Design number 4062
The studio released a group of child of figures in 1990 depicting children in various activities. The Little Gymnast was shown in this grouping in a one page flier released with that year's marketing material. In 1991 her name changed to "Gymnast (Young Girl)". Apparently this was done to bring her inline with the other names in the Children's Sporting Group.
Measures 10" tall
Brochure and price list measurements state she is 10"h x 2"w. Width measurements are generally taken from the widest point on the sculpture. While her base measures 2", her width from fingertip to fingertip is 5" across. Each sculpture may vary slightly due to kiln firing processes.
1988 Pony with Kids
This smaller sculpture was released as an open edition. It was closed by 1990. The only marketing photo released was the black and white image in the 1988 Spring brochure.
Issue / Completed Price
$575 $675
Design number5053
This sculpture was only sold for two years. The studio retired it quickly as it either had production issues or stability issues, as it was not attached to a base. This copy sold in the studio's 2019 liquidation auction.
Measures 7 1/2" tall
It is not known if any design or color variations exist.
1988 Ringbearer
Released as an open edition the Ringbearer was retired between 1994 and 1997.
Issue / Completed Price
$250 $275
Design number 5055
The ringbearer and Flower girl were introduced in the Miniature Bridal Collection. The 1988 Spring brochure indicated these two were part of a group including the "Bride and Groom" in that same collection. The proportions were not quite right between the adults and the children making them an awkward match. The two children were available for at least six years but few were sold as they are seldom seen.
On the 1993 price list the two were offered at a discount of $500 if purchased together.
The Ringbearer has been found with only very slight color variations and so far with no design variations.
1988 Flower Girl
Released as an open edition the Ringbearer was retired between 1994 and 1997.
Issue / Completed Price
$275 $310
Design number 5054
One color variation has been noted. The flowers in the girls hair have been found in either blue and pink or yellow and pink. Since the original marketing photo used at the time of her release in 1988 was in black and white it cannot be determined exactly which color was the standard color used for production models.
No design variations have been found so far.
Measures 4 1/2" tall
The mold for the Flower Girl was recycled to create the small princess released as the 3rd annual introduction for the Cybis Collector's Society limited sculpture in 1997.
1989 Daddy's Little Girl
Introduced as part of the studio's Golden Anniversary Collection in 1989, Daddy's Little Girl was released as an open edition. The studio's Golden Anniversary collection back stamp celebrated the 50th year of Cybis art in America. 1989 introductions received this stamp for one year only. There have been three secondary market sales over the last 20+ years. None of the three listings carried the special gold stamp. However, those three listings do reveal both design and color variations (shown below) when compared to the brochure picture shown above.
Issue / Completed Price
$625 $895 on the 1999 price list
Design number 5059
The 1989 brochure stated, "If ordered directly from the studio, buyers can have the name of the "Daddy's Little Girl" in their family painted on the bottom." This customization was an added enhancement that apparently had no effect on sales. Only one (shown below) has been documented for sale on the secondary market with the personalization as mentioned. The most commonly noted damage for this piece is the mirror will be detached or missing. The adhesive used to attach the mirror did not bond well.
Measures 11" tall
Upon hearing the name, Daddy's Little Girl, the average Cybis collector imagined a sculpture such as Emily Ann or Clarissa. The name of this piece generates an uneasy feeling for most people when they see the sculpture. Few Cybis items evoke negative reactions when seen by collectors. Daddy's Little Girl was at the top of the undesirable list. Reactions to this sculpture ranged from, "What could the studio have possibly been thinking?" to "Why would anyone ever want that piece?". These reactions were commonly quoted by retailers as coming from buyers and were surely relayed to the studio. If so, one can only wonder why this sculpture remained in the line for more than a decade. The answer may be in the number initially produced that remained in back stock. Pre-release quantities were produced so stock was on hand at release. This allowed initial orders to be filled quickly. If no orders came in, then stock remained on the shelves.
At 11" tall, this piece was oversized when compared to other sculptures of children. The provocative pose with an exposed leg left most collectors conflicted as to how this depiction of an early teen could have been designed like this and given this name. The size should have been smaller and the girl younger with no exposed skin.
This sculpture may have been better received simply if the name had been something like "Playing in Grandma's Closet" or "Treasures from Granny's Attic". As it was, this piece was one of the poorest sellers the studio ever released. No collector has ever responded with positive comments when referring to this sculpture.
This piece marked Steph & Jen is an example of the personalization offered if purchased directly from the studio. By 1989 Cybis had lost a large number of it's retail distributors across the country and had opened it doors to the public while taking orders by phone and mail as well. The personalized copy above is likely referring to two daughters (perhaps a set of twins) Stephanie and Jennifer.
A design variation is noted as shown above on the strap of the shoe the girl is wearing. Three out of the four documented pieces reviewed have the wider strap as shown in the marketing image used for the brochure. The copy in this collection has the wider strap.
The only color variation found was between two copies offered in the 2019 auction liquidating the studio's back stock and archives. The pieces shown side-by-side have different color ribbons at her waist. The standard yellow ribbon on the left is the color found on production models. The pink ribbon on the right was possibly a test piece.
In spite of the short comings of this piece, there are a few nice touches "dressing" it up. However, the decorative additions were not enough to sway collectors toward buying.
1989 Cinderella Belle of the Ball
Cinderella was introduced in the Fall of 1989 as a late entry in the Golden Anniversary celebration. She was listed as an edition limited to 2,500 copies on the 1990 price list. Indeed many copies have surfaced with the edition number shown next to the Cybis signature. By 1993 she was changed to an Open Edition status. She was listed as available for purchase through 1999 and listed thereafter on the studio's website.
Issue / Completed Price
$795 $995 on the 1999 price list
Design number 5068
Cinderella Belle of the Ball was the third rendition of Cinderella by the Cybis studio. The first Cinderella was in rags before the ball. The second release was Cinderella at the Ball. Considering the second and third releases were both "at the ball" it is not clear why the studio thought another "at the ball" version was relevant. This piece could have been simply named "Belle of the Ball" to avoid any confusion.
Measures 8 1/2" tall
Measures 8 1/2" tall
As part of the Golden Anniversary collection all copies produced during the anniversary celebration carried the 50th Anniversary golden back stamp. This sculpture was the last introduction to the Children to Cherish collection for the 1980's. So far, no design or color variations have been noted.