Category Archives: Dummy Collecting

Ventriloquist Central Collection Video Series – Bill Nelson Ventriloquist Figure

Posted on May 2, 2013 by Webmaster

Here’s a video showing a Bill Nelson Ventriloquist Figure, possibly number one. Bill sculpted in clay and then the heads were cast in fiberglass. No molds of these figures were made so they are one of a kind. Bill had … Continue reading →

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Walter Walters Jr. Frank Marshall Figures Now In the Ventriloquist Central Collection

Posted on April 26, 2013 by Webmaster

Back in the vaudeville days one of the more famous ventriloquists was Walter Walters. He was married to Emily Carlin and they had a son named Walter Walter Jr his real name was Walter Olsen Jr. He too became a … Continue reading →

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Ventriloquist Central Collection Video Series – Conrad Hartz Marshallesque Figure

Posted on April 25, 2013 by Webmaster

Here’s a video showing a Conrad Hartz Marshallesque ventriloquist figure. There is no question that Conrad Hartz was influenced as a builder of carved wooden figures by the master Frank Marshall.

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Ventriloquist Central Collection Video Series – Jay Marshall’s Ken Spencer Figure

Posted on April 23, 2013 by Webmaster

Here’s a video showing Jay Marshall’s Ken Spencer ventriloquist figure. This figure is in the exact condition as it was for the better part of 60 years having been repainted by Jay to look as he wanted him. He has … Continue reading →

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Rare Trevor Wilson Ventriloquist Figure

Posted on April 22, 2013 by Webmaster

One of the best known ventriloquists from Australia is Darren Carr. He has been performing for many years and has been all over the world. Today I am pleased to show you all a very fine little fellow that was … Continue reading →

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