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The Curious Collector

Stuart Holbrook

The world of collecting and collectors is a curious one….and it’s where I’ve spent most of my life. I’m Stuart Holbrook and as President of Theriault’s - the world’s leader in the auction of antique dolls and figurative art – I’ve traveled the world managing this often personal and always wild experience of collecting and being a collector. Now, I’m bringing my expertise and knowledge of trends to life in my new podcast - The Curious Collector. In each episode, I’ll be sharing my experience - and

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All Episodes

46:05

What the Hell Were They Thinking?

The Curious Collector ·

2025/03/13

Questions or Comments? Text Us!In this episode, Theriault's President, Stuart Holbrook takes us on a journey through doll history to share some of the oddest creations doll makers ever designed. As well, discussing the world of patents and how the scramble for the “next big thing” led to some very curious results. From the Bebe Bru Gourmand to the Ondine Swimming Doll, history has certainly provided some fun examples to reflect on. But not all were commercial failures. Stuart also ponders the

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41:28

The Road of a Collector Should Never Be Straight

The Curious Collector ·

2025/03/04

A full life of collecting should involve numerous twists and turns. You start in one place with a few steps forward. Yet as you journey through this grand adventure you will find many back roads and detours to explore. Take them. Theriault's President Stuart Holbrook offers collectors not a map this time, but an encouragement to throw the map away and discover new aspects within collecting that you may randomly stumble on along the way. While doll collectors may start on one subject, the happy

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43:23

Auction Tips For Collectors

The Curious Collector ·

2025/02/26

Stuart Holbrook has spent a majority of his life on the podium watching and conducting auctions as President of Theriault’s. With that, he has developed insider thoughts on the different type of bidders, how they fare in relation to their style, and interesting takeaways as to the success of each. As well, to showcase how online bidding is creating an entirely new strategy and approach as collectors more and more bid from home. He shares humorous auction anecdotes along the way that frame this

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36:22

Collecting and Traveling with Passion

The Curious Collector ·

2025/02/21

In this episode of The Curious Collector, Theriault's President Stuart Holbrook shares his decades of experience traveling the world and how his passion for collecting and collectors creates meaningful experiences that transcend the guide book mentality of visiting destinations anywhere. He talks about how collecting and travel go hand in hand to form some of life’s richest experiences. From the collector of Lufthansa Rubber Ducks that once crossed the world and back for just one in 24 hours,

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29:01

Let's Cut the "Creepy Doll" Crap!

The Curious Collector ·

2025/02/11

Anyone who collects dolls has likely heard the comment, "Those Dolls are Creepy". But why do so many non-collectors think that? In this episode of The Curious Collector, Stuart Holbrook, the president of Theriault's Doll Auctions, dives into an exploration of how dolls got that label and what about them really creeps some people out. He takes a look at one particular doll whose 'creepiness' means big business for a museum in Key West Florida. Is it all hype or is there

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53:00

Ten Takeaways from Two Rosalie Whyel Auctions

The Curious Collector ·

2025/01/22

Over the last year - in two landmark auctions - Theriault's had the honor of auctioning items from famed Rosalie Whyel Museum of Doll Art. In this episode of The Curious Collector Stuart Holbrook reflects on those auctions and what he learned from the vast array of items of different genres that encompassed this world class museum. In his ten takeaways, Stuart spotlights interesting trends that collectors can utilize, with Rosalie’s inspiration to guide. As well, personal moments that

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40:13

Best Foot Forward: A Roadmap for Beginning a Collection

The Curious Collector ·

2025/01/15

Doll and Figurative Art Collecting is one of the most popular passions in the world today. But how do you start collecting dolls and why do you start collecting? There is no one simple answer to those questions, but in this episode of The Curious Collector, Stuart Holbrook, President of Theriault's, looks at some of the many reasons that people all over the world begin investing their time and money into collecting dolls. Sometimes, it's a desire for nostalgia, other times, it's

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41:00

Growing Up Dolls with Shelley Helzer, The Daughter of...

The Curious Collector ·

2025/01/07

In Part 2 of this incredible interview with Shelley Helzer, the daughter of famed collector, Rosalie Whyel, Stuart Holbrook traces the family back to it's roots in doll collecting - a path that led to Rosalie becoming a generational legend in the world of dolls with her founding of the Museum of Doll Art in Bellevue, Washington which was, during its 22-year run, at the forefront of collector destinations in the world. Stuart talks with Shelley about Rosalie’s early life growing up in Alaska,

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29:16

Growing Up Dolls with Shelley Helzer, The Daughter of...

The Curious Collector ·

2024/12/31

In Part 1 of this incredible interview with Shelley Helzer, the daughter of famed collector, Rosalie Whyel, Stuart Holbrook traces the family back to it's roots in doll collecting - a path that led to Rosalie becoming a generational legend in the world of dolls with her founding of the Museum of Doll Art in Bellevue, Washington which was, during its 22-year run, at the forefront of collector destinations in the world. Stuart talks with Shelley about Rosalie’s early life growing up in Alaska,

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35:35

How to Value a Doll (Or Any Collectible For That Matter)

The Curious Collector ·

2024/12/24

When you find a doll that you really want, how much is too much to pay for it? It turns out there is a lot that goes into the decision. On this episode of The Curious Collector, Stuart Holbrook explains the seven things that a collector needs to take into consideration when deciding just how much that doll is worth to them. And on the flip side, Stuart talks about what happens when it's time to sell a collection and gives some valuable insight into what he looks for when evaluating a

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25:32

Are Collectibles or Dolls REALLY An Investment?

The Curious Collector ·

2024/12/17

There are many reasons why collectors collect and probably among the top ones is that they see their collections as investments. But is that really the case? In this episode of The Curious Collector, Stuart Holbrook, President of Theriaults' Auctions, looks at the how collecting dolls in particular has changed over the years and reveals some startling trends. And it's not just that collecting has changed; it turns out collectors have changed as well. Stuart talks about how just a few

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The Curious Collector is Coming

The Curious Collector ·

2024/12/09

Hi, I’m Stuart Holbrook your host for The Curious Collector, a Podcast for Collectors and those who may be collector curious. As President of one of the world’s most unique auction houses, Theriault’s, I have spent my life amongst collectors around the world amidst every facet of their, well, what I like to call, collectorvolution. That is how these collectors started, evolved, and later sold their beloved items. I can share with you the lessons they and I have experienced along this journey through

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