In 1994, Marlene Xenis and her daughter Tania began the Xenis Collection, operating from a small shop located in Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada.

Marlene designed the original collection and also had the idea of incorporating musical movements into the dolls. During the first year, all the painting of the doll's heads was done by Tania.

The demand for these exquisite dolls grew and now a small team of highly-skilled artists have been trained to replicate the designs and produce them within the exceptionally high standards required.

Xenis dolls are fully constructed out of wood. The painting, carving and outfits are completely handmade and the finished product shows the love that went into their construction. These wood dolls are a must for any serious collectors.