Human-sized Labubu doll sells for over $150,000, enters list of most expensive dolls ever sold
A life-size Labubu doll sold for more than $150,000 at a Beijing auction, making it one of the most expensive dolls in the world. The collectible joins the ranks of luxury items like diamond-studded Barbies and rare antique bears. Here is a ranked list of the world's top-selling dolls
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L'Oiseleur (The Bird Trainer) – $6,250,000. A 4-ft-tall automaton doll powered by spring-driven gears, dressed in embroidered Renaissance clothing. Created by Swiss artist Christian Bailly, the doll features singing birds, a sword, and a flute.
Madame Alexander Eloise – $5,000,000. Handmade by Madame Alexander, this doll is adorned with 9 carats of diamonds, Swarovski crystals, Christian Dior clothes, and Katherine Baumann accessories.
Barbie by Stefano Canturi – $302,500 This Barbie wears a necklace with three carats of white diamonds and a one-carat pink diamond. Sold at Christie's in New York for over $300,000. Labubu Human-Sized Doll – $150,324 The 131 cm figurine by Pop Mart set a new global record for its category at Yongle International Auction. Previously a mass-market item, its value has surged through viral celebrity endorsements and social media trends. Steiff Titanic Mourning Bear – $136,000 Manufactured to honor Titanic victims, one was auctioned for $136,000 to the Puppenhaus Museum in Switzerland. Barbie and the Diamond Castle – $94,800 Features 318 real diamonds on her dress and accessories made of diamonds and white gold. De Beers 40th Anniversary Barbie – $85,000 Dressed in an evening gown with a bikini top and 160 diamonds, designed by De Beers. Blue Ivy's Barbie – $80,000 Gifted to Blue Ivy by Beyoncé and Jay-Z, this doll is embedded with 160 diamonds and white gold jewelry. Marina Bychkova Enchanted Doll – $76,500 Realistic, hand-sculpted porcelain doll sold on eBay. Known for sensual detail and handcrafted features. Steiff Dicky Bear – $53,803 A rare collectible teddy bear from Steiff, a German toy company known for its high-end plush toys. 11. Michael Lau's Gardener Uncle – $35,000 Vinyl action figure based on a comic strip, known for urban streetwear and artistic detail. Original Barbie 1959 – $27,450 The first edition of Barbie, in mint condition, remains a favorite among vintage collectors. Original Superman Action Figure – $25,000 A prized collector's item from the 1940s, tied to the superhero's cultural impact. GI Joe Manimals Vortex – $20,000 Cancelled before release, this figure became rare and sold for $20,000 on eBay. Life-Sized Megumi Kato – $19,600 Based on an anime character, only ten units were made. Signed Bebe Mothereau – $18,500 An 1800s French doll by Alexandre Motero, noted for its rarity and wooden limbs. Barbie in Midnight Red – $17,065 A 1965 edition with a brunette twist-and-turn head and rare red dress. Pink Diamond Barbie – $15,000 Covered in rose and fuchsia diamonds, debuted at New York Fashion Week 2013. Mego Elastic Batman – $15,000 Stretch toy from 1979, discontinued due to a lawsuit, now a rare collectible. Teal Blue Farnell Teddy Bear – $11,000A pre-1920s bear in unique teal, sold at Sotheby's.
A human-sized Labubu doll was sold this week for a record 1.08 million yuan ($150,324; £110,465), according to a Chinese auction house. The 131 cm (4 ft 4 in) figurine was sold at the Yongle International Auction in Beijing. The auctioneer said it was now the most expensive toy of its kind in the world.Labubu dolls are quirky monster characters created a decade ago by Hong Kong artist Kasing Lung , which have increased in popularity in recent years after a number of celebrity endorsements. Labubu dolls, sold by Chinese toy company Pop Mart , usually cost around 50 yuan. This week's auction was dedicated entirely to Labubu.Also read: What is a 'Labubu' and why has the $7,000 bug-eyed Pop Mart toy fuelled so much hype Forty-eight items were put on sale with around 200 people in attendance. The auction house said it raised a total of 3.37 million yuan.The figurines have sparked a global buying frenzy after frequently appearing in social media posts by Lisa from the K-pop group Blackpink. The soft toys became a viral TikTok trend after being worn by other celebrities including Rihanna and Dua Lipa. Former England football captain David Beckham also posted a photo on Instagram of a Labubu attached to his bag.Also read: Can a toy make you a billionaire overnight? Meet the Chinese CEO who made $1.6 billion in a day thanks to a viral doll
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