A visit to the Village Doll and Toy Shop will leave little doubt in one's mind as to why Becky and Andy Ourant are recognized as renowned authorities on the collecting of dolls and toys.

At a very young age, Becky developed a sincere interest in dolls and through the love of collecting, developed a wealth of knowledge that ranks her as one of the world's most knowledgeable dealers of antique and 20th-century dolls. Becky has been a doll consultant for Bertoria Auctions and has played a key role in procurement, cataloging and sale of many distinguished collections.

Through his love of auctioneering of antiques and collectibles, Andy has developed a world of knowledge about toys and has amassed an exciting and interesting collection of his own. At age 15, Andy started working with Apple Tree Auctions in Newark, Ohio, secured his auctioneer's license at the age of 18, and at the age of 21 was hired by Skinner in Boston where he spent several years as co-head of the Toy and Doll Department and later with Bertoria's Auctions, and with Noel Barrett Auctions. Many might recognize Andy from his appearances on THE ANTIQUES ROAD SHOW as their toy, doll and teddy bear appraiser.