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This book is based upon an antique doll collection auctioned by Theriault’s of Annapolis, Maryland. Design: Travis Hammond Photography: Gerald Nelson Senior Conservator: Terry Lanford Conservators: Hana Holbrook, Marie Kocourkova, Tinesha Matthews, Scott Netro, Suzy Wilson $75 ISBN 978-1-944881-77-1 Printed in Hong Kong, China
The Mertz Collection
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t is curious, yet somehow fitting, that the first comprehensive study of the American doll would be undertaken by a German Immigrant to America. After all, it was a French man, Alexis de Tocqueville who had visited, studied and written about America in the early 1800s that many people consider one of the most insightful historians of American culture. So it is with Ursula Mertz, who arrived in America as a young adult immigrant after WWII, bringing with her memories of her German childhood dolls. Nostalgia overcame her. Deciding to collect some of the dolls that she remembered from this childhood, she soon realized the wish was futile. She could find few German dolls here in America in late 1950s, and those she found she could not afford. Then she discovered the American made doll of the early 1900s. Fascinated by its evolutionary history from earlier German dolls, she enthusiastically turned to this not-yet-blossomed collecting category. As she relates “I wanted to collect dolls, I thought American doll history was intriguing, and also, these were the only dolls l could afford because no one else wanted them at the time”. So began a serious fifty-year study of the American doll that was shared with collectors in her important two volume work, Collector’s Encyclopedia of American Composition Dolls, 1900-1950, in innumerable articles in doll journals and as guest lecturer at international doll conventions. Several years ago, Ursula donated a selection of her dolls to the UFDC Doll Museum where they remain one of the museum’s most sought displays. x
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The New Century of Dolls The times they were a changin’. It was the new 20th century. Old World power structures were tumbling, and new energies were emerging. Aristocratic ways were now forgotten history. The new culture was American-centric, and it was all about popular trends. Films, silent at first and then talking, the excitement of aviation, the growth of popular culture celebrityhood, mass media advertising, the radio, the new music of jazz each brought forth different celebrities to idolize. Storybook heroes and Wild West heroes of the dime novels, 4
while still celebrated, were now rivaled by the latest adventures of comic strip characters. In the first forty years of the 1900s the changes were so drastic that a
commonly used phrase became “the American Century”. And while the phrase was generally meant to refer to
economic and political power, it is also true that in the world of dolls, it was surely “the American Century”. 5
The Patriotic Dolls For more than a half-century during the 1800s, Germany had created bisque dolls with patriotic American themes, most notably Dressel’s Uncle Sam. But in 1914 during WWI that all ended with the embargo on German goods. Thenceforth, for the next half-century dolls, with American themes were created in America. The dolls ranged from the traditional Uncle Sam figure to dolls representing popular political celebrities to American soldiers. Many examples are shown throughout this book. pants, blue cotton jace, shirt and top hat, with original mohair beard. $500/700
2. American Composition “Teddy” by Horsman from “Uncle Sam’s Kids” Series 15” (38 cm.) Composition shoulderhead with painted light brown boyish style hair, painted blue eyes and closed mouth, cloth body with jointing at shoulders and hips, composition lower arms. 1.
1. Rare American Composition “Uncle Sam” Patriotic Doll by Elektra Toy & Novelty
Condition: generally excellent. Marks: T.T. Do (doll) Uncle Sam’s Kids Trademark Design Patent Applied For, Horsman Co., New York (cloth tag on costume). Comments: Horsman, circa 1917, tradenamed Master Sam; the doll also appeared in a December
30” (76 cm.) Composition flange head with molded painted
1918 ad in Needlecraft magazine, described as “his name is Teddy
light brown hair, painted blue eyes, closed mouth with long
and he loves his Uncle Sam”, and offered as a premium for selling
white mohair beard, cloth body, pin jointing at shoulders and
nine subscriptions to the magazine. Value Points: rarely seen all
hips, composition hands. Condition: original finish, sturdy body,
original patriotic-themed doll with well-preserved Uncle Sam
original costume with some fading, remnant of original hat band
costume and intriguing history. $300/400
under replacement band. Comments: Elektra Toy and Novelty, 1912-1920. Value Points: appealing depiction of the classic
3. American Composition Teddy Roosevelt in Classic Bear Hunting Costume
Thomas Nast character, Uncle Sam is wearing original striped
30” (76 cm.) Composition head with flange neck, molded brown
New York, circa 1914, the company was only in existence from
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hair in sideswept manner, painted brown 2. Label
eyes, painted pince-nez
frame, thick brown painted moustache and row of teeth, closed mouth, excelsior-stuffed body with pin jointing at shoulders and hips, composition lower arms. Condition: doll is excellent with original finish, costume has repairs. Comments: maker unknown, circa 1910, a depiction of Teddy Roosevelt in his classic bear hunting costume worn at the incident that had inspired the creation of the popular teddy bear. Value Points: very rare Teddy Roosevelt model, with original costume and hat, characteristic painting of moustache, teeth and pince-nez. $400/500
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Theatre, Silent Film and Animation Dolls Beginning in the early 1910s and continuing until the end of the composition era, dollmakers drew upon the instantly recognizable faces and personality of film celebrities and stars. Too, characters created for the world of animation film served as inspiration, sometimes as entirely new figures of imagination and sometimes drawing upon American modernized versions of century old tales. 4. American Composition Charlie Chaplin “Comic” by Butler Bros. 30” (76 cm.) Composition flanged head designed to portray Charlie Chaplin in his role as The Little Tramp, molded and 4.
painted short curly black hair, painted dark brown side-glancing eyes, painted black moustache, closed mouth, excelsior-stuffed
side-glancing eyes, closed smiling mouth with row of teeth,
cloth body with pin jointing at shoulders and hips. Condition:
excelsior-stuffed cloth body with distinctive sewn-on striped
very good, some retouch. Comments: the doll was advertised by
stockings, black shoes, and wearing original pink cotton dress.
Butler Bros., circa 1918, described as “Comic” rather than by name
Along with variation of same model with more deeply defined
of Chaplin, as the license to create this doll was owned by Amberg
facial features and painting. Condition: generally excellent.
who made virtually the same doll. Value Points: important portrait
Marks: c. L.A. & S 1911. Comments: Amberg, circa 1916,
doll symbolizing the growing strength of American film industry,
portraying the vaudeville-to-film actress Rose Melville in her
the doll is wearing all original costume representing Chaplin’s role
career-long comedic role of Sis Hopkins, the country character
in The Little Tramp. $400/600
from Indiana. Value Points: rare doll with distinctive hair, and
5. American Composition Portrait Doll of Rose Melville as “Sis Hopkins” by Amberg
specific body construction including her famous striped stockings. $400/500
painted brown hair in unusual rolled curls held by red headband
6. American Composition Snow White and Seven Dwarfs by Knickerbocker in Original Boxes
with original holes for insertion of red hair bows, painted blue
15” (38 cm.) Snow White, 9” Dwarfs. The set includes all-
14” (36 cm.) Composition head with flanged neck, molded and
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composition Snow White with socket head, sculpted and painted short black hair and blue hair bow, painted brown side-glancing eyes, closed mouth, jointing at shoulders and hips, wearing original yellow taffeta and brown velvet gown, undergarments, shoes and socks. And seven Dwarfs, each all-composition with jointed arms, sculpted facial features to depict the various personalities, white mohair beards, velvet costumes including caps with individual name and painted shoes. Condition: pristine unplayed with condition. Marks: (two original wrist tags on Snow White). Comments: Knickerbocker, circa 1937, the set was issued to coincide
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with the premiere of Disney’s first animated film “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs”. Value
eyes, closed mouth, firmly stuffed cloth body with disc jointing at
Points: the remarkably preserved set of dolls, each with original
shoulders and hips, sewn-on black shoes, wearing original cotton
box, illustrates the
pajamas. Condition: generally
growing popularity
excellent. Marks: E.I.H c.1910.
of dolls in promoting
Comments: Horsman, 1910, the
new ventures.
comic strip series “Little Nemo”
$1100/1400
drawn by Winsor McCay had
7. American Composition “Little Nemo” by Horsman
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been featured in the New York Herald since 1905, but it was not until the animated film of the same name appeared in December of 1911 that his
14” (36 cm.)
popularity really ascended.
Composition head
Value Points: early composition
with flanged neck,
model that is rarely found, with
molded and painted
distinctive characterization
boyish hair, painted
and history. The doll has a
facial features with
blue ribbon from 1997 UFDC
gentle expression, blue
convention. $400/500 7.
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The Emerging American Women Artists Throughout the second half of the 1800s, celebrated European sculptors and artists had also designed dolls for German and French firms. But, for fear that commercial work would negatively impact their reputation in the fine art field, they demanded their names be kept private. In America, during the early 1900s, all that changed. And while it is true that male fine artists such as Lipfert, Parrish and others continued to lend their skills to the commercial world of dolls, it is also true that American women artists ranging from Grace Drayton to Rose O’Neill to Dewees Cochran became a dominant force, insisting their names be attached to their designs and their dolls.
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8. American Composition Character Doll by Jessie McCutcheon Raleigh 18” (46 cm.) Socket head of uniquely formulated composition, deeply sculpted brown hair with forelock curls, painted blue eyes, closed mouth modeled as though open with two upper teeth and tongue tip, five-piece body jointed at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Jessie McCutcheon Raleigh, whose Chicago-based firm operated for only four years, 1916-1920. Value Points: extraordinary artistry of the facial modeling and painting. $700/900
9. American Composition “Mibs”, Created by Hazel Drucker, by Amberg 16” (41 cm.) Composition shoulderhead posed demurely, head turned slightly to the side and nestled a bit downward, molded
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short bobbed hair with distinctive forelock and side curls, painted blue outlined eyes, lashes, closed mouth with shy smile, cloth torso and upper arms jointed at shoulders, composition lower arms and legs with hip pin jointing, painted black shoes. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Amberg, 1921, the inspiration for the doll was the 1920 book, Mibs, A Phyliss May Dolly, which had related the stories of how the little girl, Phyliss May, played with her dollies. Value Points: outstanding artistry in the sculpting of the model, not only of face and hair, but defined shaping of legs. The doll has a blue ribbon award from 2018 DCA annual meeting. In an interview, Ursula Mertz noted “this is my favorite doll”. The doll is shown on the front cover of Collector’s Encyclopedia of Composition Dolls, Volume I by Ursula Mertz. $500/700
10. American Composition “Captain Kidd” by Grace Corry for Madame Hendren 14” (36 cm.) Composition shoulderhead with sculpted short hair brushed across the forehead, painted facial features, brown painted eyes and eyeshadow, very chubby cheeks with impressed dimples, small impish smile, muslin torso, jointed composition arms and legs. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: C. by Grace Corry.
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Rockwell, circa 1930s, the doll was marketed as “Captain Kidd, the Pirate Bold”. Value Points: rare doll with wonderful face, wearing original costume and with original paper tag. $400/500
11. American Composition Brown-Complexioned Scootles Designed by Rose O’Neill 12” (30 cm.) Brown-complexioned composition socket head, dark brown sculpted hair with curly forelock, brown side-glancing eyes, brown painted upper lashes, dash brows, brown composition body with jointed arms and legs. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Scootles, from the Kewpie family, designed by Rose O’Neill, made by Cameo, circa 1935. Value Points: pristine condition wearing original costume. $300/400
12. American Composition “Gloria Ann” by Dewees Cochran for Effanbee 20” (51 cm.) Composition socket head, brown sleep eyes, real lashes, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with center accent line, brunette human hair, composition five-piece body with elongated limbs. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Effanbee American Children (doll). Comments: from the American Children series designed by Dewees Cochran for Effanbee, circa 1938, the model was presented as “Gloria Ann”. Value Points: seldom-found model, wearing original checkered coat and hat with maroon trim, maroon silk dress, undergarments, shoes, socks, leather gloves, with original gold wrist tag. $600/800 11.
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The Doll as Promotional Advertising Tool While it is true that the doll had been used as promotional object to some extent by European companies (i.e. the publishing firm of Gautier promoting their magazine Semaine de Suzette by means of the popular doll Bleuette) it was only in the flourishing world of early 1900s America that the concept was truly developed. The use of a doll to promote everything from biscuits to cleaning supplies to soup to fashion and, really anything you could imagine, reached heights never seen before. 13. American Composition “Polly Prue” by Horsman as Fairy Soap Promotional 13” (33 cm.) Composition flanged head with short modeled curly hair and curled forelock, painted sideglancing blue eyes, closed mouth, cloth body, composition hands. Condition: generally excellent, some light scuffing on original finish of face. Marks: E.I. H. c. 1911. Comments: Horsman, 1911. The doll was used as a promotional for Fairy Soap by N.K. Fairbank of
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Chicago who offered the doll as a premium for the purchase of their soap. Value Points: rare little doll with wonderful original costume, and including a tin miniature advertising tray which
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was also featured in the Fairy Soap promotion. $500/700
14. American Composition Promotional Doll for Babbitt’s Cleanser 16” (41 cm.) Composition head with flanged neck, modeled short brown curly hair, painted brown eyes, closed mouth, cloth body, composition lower arms and legs with sculpted white boots. Condition: 13.
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generally excellent. Comments: Modern Toy Co.,
circa 1916, the doll was created as a promotional for Babbitt’s Cleanser, wearing white twill suit and firm-bodied white cap with stenciled letter C as depicted on the front of cleanser tin can which is included with the doll; the doll was discussed in Playthings Magazine, February 1916. Value Points: very rare doll that is wonderfully preserved. The doll has a blue ribbon award from 2015 UFDC convention. $400/500
15. American Composition “Sunny Orange Maid” by Amberg 8” (20 cm.) All-composition one-piece head, torso and legs, jointed composition arms, orange-shaped head, her face encircled by an orange-painted cap designed as an orange, including navel point, with floral side bows, painted blue eyes, button-shaped nose, closed mouth with bow-shaped lips, painted shoes and socks. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: c. L.A. & S NY DRGM (incised) Germany (blue stamp). Comments: Amberg, circa 1925, the doll was used as a promotional for Mr. Foster’s 15.
travel agency of Florida. Value Points: delightfully designed doll, whose details even include orange
peel texture of the cap, with original orange muslin dress. $600/900
16. Rare American Composition Promotional Doll “Zu Zu Kid” by Ideal 16” (41 cm.) Composition head with flanged neck, modeled and painted short brown curly hair, blue side-glancing eyes,
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modeled composition feet as though
17. American Composition Promotional Doll “Uneeda Boy” by Ideal
wearing boots, wearing original costume.
23” (58 cm.) Composition head with flanged neck,
Condition: very good, touch-up on nose.
painted brown short boyish hair, painted blue
Comments: Ideal, 1916, the doll was
eyes, closed mouth, cloth body with composition
shown in Playthings Magazine as “Zu Zu
lower legs designed to appear as rain boots and
Kid”, and was created as a promotional
composition arms. Condition: generally excellent,
doll for Zu Zu ginger snaps by National
some light touch-up. Comments: Ideal, circa 1915,
Biscuit Company. Value Points: very
the doll was issued as a promotional for the Uneeda
rarely found doll, original costume and
Biscuit Company which had used a drawing of the
carrying small cardboard box for Zu Zu
figure in their biscuit ads. Value Points: the largest
ginger snaps. Ursula Mertz wrote about
size of this doll is rarely found, wearing original
this doll and others in Antique Doll
costume with celluloid pin and carrying cardboard
Collector, April 2013. $400/500
miniature biscuit tin. $500/700
closed mouth with row of teeth, cloth body with composition lower arms and
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The Doll as Celebrity Icon Dolls had long been created that clearly were designed as portraits of famous persons. Yet not until American popular culture took hold of the world scene was the concept truly developed. Slowly at first, often with scarcely a nod of approval asked from the portrayed person, but eventually evolving into the highly profitable and popular “licensing”. American composition “portrait” dolls were created in this first half of the 20th century from aviation heroes to sports icons to film stars. 18. American Composition Portrait Doll of Charles Lindbergh by Regal Doll 30” (76 cm.) Composition shoulderhead depicting aviation hero Charles Lindbergh, sculpted side-parted hair, sculpted ears, painted facial features, blue eyes, strong nose, closed mouth with smiling expression, row of teeth, firmly stuffed cloth body with jointing at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent, chip at back of left ear. Comments: uniquely sculpted model for this doll only, probably by Ernesto Peruggi for Regal, the doll was created to commemorate Lindbergh’s 1927 “Spirit of St. Louis” flight from New York to Paris. Value Points: rarely found doll wearing original aviation suit including “fur” collar, leather glove hands, leather high boots. $600/800
19. American Composition Portrait Doll of Jane Withers by Alexander 20” (51 cm.) All-composition, socket head, sleep eyes, painted
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lashes, real lashes, single-stroke brows, open mouth, row of tiny teeth, brunette mohair wig, jointing at shoulders and hips.
Alexander, circa 1935. Value Points: wearing rare original tagged
Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Jane Withers/Madame
costume of pink organdy with blue applique flowers, matching
Alexander New York (original costume tag). Comments: portrait
hat, Jane Withers pin on dress. The doll has two blue ribbons from
doll of the child film star, Jane Withers, under license by Madame
1999 and 2005 UFDC conventions. $500/700
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20. American Composition Portrait Doll of Deanna Durbin by Ideal 15” (38 cm.) Allcomposition with socket head, brown sleep eyes, real lashes, dark eye shadow, feathered lashes and brows, accented nostrils, open mouth, four teeth, brunette human hair, composition body jointed at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Ideal Doll Made in USA (doll). Comments: Ideal, circa 1938. Value Points: the film celebrity is wearing original red and white 19.
cotton dress with unique design, shoes, socks, with early celluloid pin and paper tag, and is presented in her original box along with 1941 book, Deanna Durbin. The 1939 Ideal catalog noted
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that each doll was sold with a photograph of Deanna, which is also included here. The doll has two blue ribbons from 1998 and 2002 UFDC conventions. $500/700
21. American Composition Celebrity Doll of Jackie Robinson with Original Box 13” (33 cm.) All-composition brown-complexioned doll with socket head, jointed arms and legs, sculpted tightly curled black hair, brown side-glancing eyes, closed mouth with row of teeth. Condition: generally excellent, costume somewhat darkened. Comments: portrait doll of American baseball hero, Jackie Robinson. 1950, by Allied Grand. Value Points: wearing his original flannel baseball suit, warm-up jacket and cap with blue felt “Dodgers” insignia, his player number 72 on back of shirt, along with original baseball bat, and presented in (very worn) original box with promotional images of Robinson at baseball games. Toys and Novelties Magazine of February, 1960 noted “be sure to have a Jackie Robinson doll for the opening of the baseball season”. The doll is shown on the front cover of Collector’s Encyclopedia of Composition Dolls, 20.
Volume I by Ursula Mertz. $700/900
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The Doll As Comic Strip Figure The burgeoning newsprint industry of the early 1900s made possible a bounty of comic strips, sometimes for the dailies and sometimes Sunday comic strip specials, which featured the on-going stories and antics of popular characters and people, some were everyday folk like the neighbors next door whose daily tribulations were familiar to all, and others were whimsical animal people or fantastical heroes. In every case, their names became a common and binding thread of American life. 22. American Composition “Felix” from Pat Sullivan License 13” (33 cm.) All-composition with one-piece head, torso and legs, jointed arms, original painted black finish except white mask face of oversized head, with shaped nose, painted googly-like large eyes and wide smile. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Felix (chest) “Felix Copyright 19-22-24 by Pat Sullivan Pat. Applied For” (foot label). Comments: the syndicated design was created by numerous toy and doll makers during the 1920s. Value Points: rarely found example of a Felix toy. $300/400
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23. American Composition “Dagwood” by Knickerbocker 14” (36 cm.) Composition pear-shaped socket head, painted brown center-parted hair, large ears, black painted “O”-shaped eyes, pointy nose, wide beaming smile, composition five-piece body, wearing original black flannel suit, white cotton shirt, bow tie. Condition: generally excellent, light craze lines on torso. Marks: Knickerbocker Toy. Comments: Knickerbocker, circa 1935, depicted is Dagwood from the Blondie comic strip created by Chic Young and licensed by King Features. Value Points: rarely found doll with well-preserved original finish on face and hair. $500/700
24. American Wooden “Popeye” from King Features Comic by Cameo 14” (36 cm.) All-wooden figure depicting the celebrated “blow me down” Popeye character, with one-piece swivel head with attached brimmed hat and wooden pipe, painted facial features, all-wooden segmented body with elaborate jointing, muscular arms, painted costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Popeye c. 1935 King Features Syn. Comments: Cameo, this version of Popeye from the syndicated comic was designed by Joseph Kallus, circa 1935. Value Points: very rare variation of the popular comic strip character. The doll has a blue ribbon award from 2005 UFDC convention. $500/700 22.
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25. American Composition “Mike” from Gene Carr Series by Horsman 14” (36 cm.) Composition head with flanged neck, sculpted short boyish red hair in rough tousled style, stuck-out ears, painted googly-shaped side-glancing blue eyes, button-shaped nose, wide beaming smile with two sculpted upper teeth flanking a “missing tooth” gap, muslin body, composition limbs, original simple cotton suit and vest, hat, flannel shoes. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Horsman, c. 1915, one of the five kids from the comic strip series, Lady Bountiful, by Gene Carr were created in doll form by the E.I. Horsman firm, advertised in Playthings in 1915, this model being Mike. The dolls were sculpted by Bernard Lipfert. Value Points: rare-to-find doll with delicious expression, wellpreserved original condition. $400/500
26. American Composition “Snowball” from Gene Carr Series by Horsman 14” (36 cm.) Composition head with
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brown complexion, flanged neck, sculpted short boyish
Playthings in 1915, this model being Snowball. The dolls were
black hair, stuck-out ears,
sculpted by Bernard Lipfert. Value Points: fine flawless complexion
painted googly-shaped
enhances the lively expression, rare original tag on costume.
side-glancing brown
$400/500
eyes, button-shaped nose, wide beaming smile with two sculpted upper teeth flanking a “missing tooth” gap,
27. American Composition “Kayo” from Moon Mullins Comic Strip 13” (33 cm.) All-composition
muslin body,
with socket head on one-
composition
piece body, modeled black
limbs, original
derby hat above dark
striped shirt, red
brown hair, side-glancing
brimmed cap and
painted googly eyes, hinged
trousers. Condition:
jaw that opens and closes
generally excellent.
from pull-string at back of
Marks: (original cloth
head, painted costume and
tag on sleeve). Comments:
pants. Condition: generally
Horsman, c. 1915, one of
excellent. Comments: “Kayo”
the five kids from the comic
by Frank Willard, licensed by
strip series, Lady Bountiful,
F.A.S., distributed by Chicago
by Gene Carr were created
Tribune Syndicate, circa 1925,
in doll form by the
depicted is the young child
E.I. Horsman
“Kayo” from Moon Mullins
firm, advertised in
comic strip. $200/300 27.
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And so it continued And always, the classic concept of doll continued. Impish children, fashionable beauties, toddlers, characters, all the favorites of the century past, yet now with the American style in mind. 28. American Composition Nancy Lee by Arranbee from “Southern Series” in Original Box 14” (36 cm.) All-composition with socket head, blue sleep eyes, real lashes, closed mouth, light brown human hair in original curled arrangements, jointing at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: R&B. Comments: Arranbee, circa 1935, from the firm’s “Southern Series”. Value Points: pristine condition of the lovely doll with original 1860 era style gown, bonnet, undergarments, fingerless
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gloves, shoes, socks, the doll has original wrist tag and is presented in her original box labeled model 234. The doll has a blue ribbon from 2016 DCA annual meeting. $400/600
29. American Composition “Rosebud” by Horsman in Original Stylish Costume 20” (51 cm.) Composition swivel head, blue tin sleep eyes, real lashes, painted lashes, feathered brows, open mouth, four upper 28.
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teeth, brunette mohair wig,
cloth torso and upper legs, disc jointing at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: c. E.I. Horsman Inc (doll). Comments: Horsman, circa 1930. Value Points: beautiful rosy-cheeked complexion on deeply dimpled cheeks, original soft curls, and wearing original coral organdy dress with embroidered detail, matching bonnet, undergarments, socks and shoes. $300/400
30. All-Original American Composition “Patricia”, Patsy Grown Up, by Effanbee 15” (38 cm.) All-composition with socket head, jointing at shoulders and hips, molded and painted short brown bobbed hair, blue/green sleep eyes, real lashes, closed mouth, wearing original pink organdy dress with pleated skirt, matching cap, original undergarments, socks and pink shoes, blue bows on dress, hat and 30. Label
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at wrists, original wrist bracelet. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Effanbee Patsy (head) Effanbee Patricia (body). Comments: Effanbee, circa 1935, Patricia model from the Patsy family, designed to depict “Patsy Grown Up” as the box indicates. Value Points: pristine condition with exquisite complexion, crisp original costume, unusual details such as original painted fingernails, original labeled box. $500/700
31. American Composition Scootles Designed by Rose O’Neill by Cameo 16” (41 cm.) Composition swivel head, sculpted short curly hair in distinctive manner, painted blue side-glancing eyes, thin line impish smile, jointing at shoulders and hips, starfish-shaped hands, wearing original pink cotton print dress and bonnet, shoes and socks. Condition: generally excellent, few lines on back torso. Comments: Cameo, from original Scootles designs by American artist, Rose O’Neill, circa 1930. Value Points: original costume, wonderful modeling of the beloved member of the Kewpie family. $200/300 30.
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Alexander (doll) “Kate Greenaway/Madame Alexander/New York/ All Rights Reserved” (cloth label on dress). Comments: Madame Alexander, 1941, from her classic line of story book dolls. Value Points: rare luxury model with pristine costume. The doll has blue ribbons from 2008 and 2018 UFDC conventions. $700/900
34. Rare Early American Composition Doll by Madame Hendren in Original Costume 12” (30 cm.) Composition head with flanged neck, molded and painted short brown bobbed hair, painted blue eyes with dark upper eyeliner, closed mouth with very full lips, rosy cheeks, very firm cloth body, jointing at shoulders and hips, composition lower arms, wearing original aqua and pink felt girl’s costume with felt bows and floral appliques, socks, shoes. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Madame Hendren Character Doll
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32. American Composition Doll by Horsman from “Rosebud Babies” Series 18” (46 cm.) Composition shoulderhead, molded and painted light brown hair, painted blue eyes, closed mouth, firmly stuffed cloth body with jointing at shoulders and hips, composition lower arms. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Horsman, circa 1920. Value Points: wellpreserved all-original doll is wearing its lace trimmed muslin baby dress and matching bonnet, jacket, slippers. $200/300
33. American Composition “Kate Greenaway” by Madame Alexander 17” (43 cm.) All-composition with socket head, blue sleep eyes, real lashes, dark eye-shadow, open mouth, four teeth, soft blonde mohair wig with originally arranged curls, jointing at shoulders and hips, wearing original sheer coral nylon dress with pink muslin slip, panties and petticoat, flowers at bodice, blue lace fingerless gloves, socks, black side-snap shoes, and a wire-framed bonnet to match the dress. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Madame
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(cloth label). Comments: Georgene Averill as Madame Hendren, early pre-1920 doll. Value Points: pristine original costume with beautiful painting and costume, original label. $200/300
35. American Composition Character Baby by Alexander in Original Box 16” (41 cm.) Composition 34.
head with flanged neck, modeled and painted
short brown curly hair, sleep eyes, real lashes, closed mouth, cloth body, composition hands and lower legs. Condition: generally excellent, very light lines on legs. Marks: Alexander (doll) Madame Alexander New York (cloth tag). Comments: Alexander, the model 693, wearing original pink loosely woven net dress with nylon pink silk ribbons and floral embroidery, matching bonnet with ruffled brim, undergarments, socks, shoes. Value Points: very beautiful doll with wonderfully rose-blushed complexion, luxury costume, and presented in original box. The doll has blue ribbons from 2018 UFDC convention and 2014 DCA meeting. $400/500 36.
36. American Composition “Val Encia” by Georgene Averill 19” (48 cm.) Composition shoulderhead, painted blue eyes with pronounced all-around dark eyeshadow and upper curly lashes, closed mouth with painted row of teeth, blonde mohair curly wig, cloth torso and upper legs, composition jointed arms and lower legs. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Georgene Averill, the doll was marketed as “Val Encia”, likely intended to subtly benefit from the popular Lenci doll with its similar colorful felt costumes. “Val Encia” was advertised in the 1919 J.C. Penney ad titled “Prettiest Dolls in Toyland”. Value Points: beautifully preserved doll is wearing original aqua muslin dress with felt applique trim, matching panties and bonnet, aqua socks, black shoes with felt applique. The doll has a blue ribbon award from 1995 UFDC convention. $300/400 35.
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37. American Composition “Special Girl” by Alexander 24” (61 cm.) Composition swivel head on composition shoulderplate, large blue sleep eyes, real lashes, painted lower lashes, lightly feathered brows, rounded nose, small bow-shaped mouth, blonde human hair with curly bangs and long braids, muslin torso, composition legs and arms. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Madame Alexander New York (cloth tag on costume). Comments: Alexander, 1942-43, the doll was marketed as “Special Girl Doll” and is wearing her original rose satin dress with pink ribbon and 39.
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lace trim, attached undergarment, shoes and socks. Value Points: pristine unplayed with condition with beautifully blushed cheeks, crisp costume, original coiffure, a rare doll for few examples were known to be made. $500/700
38. Rarely Found American Composition Asian Child “Hoo Choy” 14” (36 cm.) One-piece composition head, torso and legs, jointed arms, golden amber complexion with blushed cheeks, black painted hair, painted black eyes, closed mouth, painted black shoes. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: although unmarked, identical dolls
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have been located with paper tag “Hoo Choy, Points: beautifully preserved original finish, original cotton tunic
40. American Composition “Sweetheart” Designed by Ernesto Peruggi by Horsman
with embroidered details, pants and cap. $300/400
38” (97 cm.) All-composition with slender heart-shaped face and
The Little Goddess of Good Luck” (replica of tag included). Value
39. American Composition Toddles as “My Sister and Me” by Vogue in Original Box
elongated body, socket head, dreamy blue sleep eyes, real lashes, painted lashes, feathered brows, open mouth, four open teeth, blonde mohair wig, five-piece slender body jointed at shoulders
8” (20 cm.) All-composition with socket head, painted blue
and hips, elegant crepe gown with ribbon and floral accents,
side-glancing eyes, closed mouth, blonde mohair curls, jointing
matching rayon slip, shoes, socks. Condition: generally excellent.
at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: My
Comments: Horsman, designed by Ernesto Peruggi, the doll was
Sister and Me (stamped on shoe and on box label). Comments:
marketed as “Sweetheart”, 1938, a young teen-age girl; the actual
Vogue, Toddles, circa 1935. Value Points: the doll is wearing
doll appeared on the cover of the book Horsman Dolls by Don
original one-piece party dress and undies, with lace and floral
Jensen. Value Points: beautiful and rare doll of which few examples
trim, shoes and socks, and is preserved in original box. $300/400
are known, this being the largest size of the model. $500/700
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bisque and composition. Value Points: pristine unplayed condition, the doll is wearing original costume and is resting in its original bunting. The doll has a blue ribbon from 1996 UFDC convention. $400/500
43. American Composition “Chinkie” by Horsman 12" (30 cm.) Composition flanged head depicting Asian young child, molded and painted baby cap, delicate curls at forehead, painted brown eyes with angled brows, closed mouth, firm cloth body with jointing at shoulders and hips, composition hands, 41, 42.
41. American Composition “Alice Lee” by Effanbee 23" (58 cm.) Composition shoulderhead, blue sleep eyes, closed mouth, brunette wig over sculpted unpainted curls, cloth torso and upper legs, jointed shoulders,
Condition: structurally
excellent, retouch to finish on head. Marks: E.I. H. c. 1911 (head) Copyright 1911 by E. I. Horsman
stitch-jointed hips, wearing original pink sheer cotton dress and matching pants and bonnet trimmed with ruffled crochet lace with blue accents, socks and shoes. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Effanbee (on shoulderplate and upper arms). Comments: Effanbee, 1924, the doll was advertised in August 1924 Playthings as “Alice Lee”. Value Points: early play doll is wearing her original costume including Effanbee heart necklace. $200/300
42. American Composition “Tynie Baby” by Horsman in Original Presentation Bunting 13" (33 cm.) Solid domed composition head with flanged neck, painted baby hair, tiny blue sleep eyes, closed mouth, fretful expression, cloth body with stitch jointing at shoulders and hips, composition hands. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Tynie Baby, Horsman, 1924, the doll was designed by artist Bernard Lipfert and was presented by Horsman in many variations including bisque, all43.
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original black felt shoes.
(cloth tag on chest). Comments: Horsman, circa 1912, the doll appeared in the Horsman catalog of 1912 named “Chinkie”, model 160, described as “a quaint little Chinese baby, the head modelled from life”, selling wholesale at $8.50 per dozen. Value Points: rarely found doll with exceptional modeling. $200/300
44. American Composition “Mitzi, The Tomboy Tot” by Maxine 13" (33 cm.) All-composition, socket head, molded and painted short brown bobbed hair, painted large brown side-glancing eyes, rosebudshaped closed mouth, jointing at shoulders and legs, wearing original colorful cotton playsuit, cap, shoes and socks. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: “Mitzi” Pat. Pend. (doll) “Meet Mischiever Mitzi, The Tomboy Tot by Maxine, New York” (original paper label). Comments: Maxine of New York, circa 1935, (Georgene Averill’s daughter). Value Points: delightful and rarely found tot with wonderful complexion, and costume. $300/400
45. American Composition “It” Girl by Amberg
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13" (33 cm.) All-composition with socket head, sculpted short curly hair waved across the forehead, deeply set sockets with painted brown eyes, white eye dots, painted upper curly lashes, single stroke brows, bow-shaped lips, swivel waist, jointing at shoulders and hips, modeled bent right arm, original costume, shoes and socks. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Amberg Pat.Pend LA & S c. 1928. Comments: Amberg, 1928, the doll was likely inspired by the celebrated 1920s film actress Clara Bow who was known as the “It” girl; her silent film "It" appeared in 1927 and was a box office hit, likely inspiring this doll soon after. Value Points: beautifully preserved character doll with intriguing pop culture connection. $400/500
46. American Composition “It” Girl by Amberg with Variation for Hair Bow 13" (33 cm.) All-composition with socket head, sculpted short curly hair waved across the forehead, deeply set sockets with painted brown eyes, white eye dots, painted upper curly lashes, single stroke brows, bow-shaped lips, swivel waist, jointing at shoulders and hips, modeled bent right arm, original costume, shoes and socks. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Amberg Pat.Pend LA & S c. 1928. Comments: Amberg, 1928, variation of the “It” girl (#45, preceding doll) with darker hair and lips, and with original drilled hole in hair for insertion of hair bow. Points: fine original finish, wearing original costume and matching pants. $400/500 44.
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jointing at shoulders and hips, molded and painted short blonde hair with forelock curl, painted sideglancing blue eyes, distinctive painting of lashes, bow-shaped closed mouth, wearing original vibrant felt skating ensemble with applique details, ice skates. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Copyright by Harriet Flanders, Little Cherub a Georgene Doll (paper tag). Comments: Little Cherub,
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47. American Composition “Little Cherub”, A Georgene Doll, with Original Book and Box 12” (30 cm.) All-composition with socket head and jointing at shoulders and hips, molded and painted short blonde hair with forelock curl, painted side-glancing blue eyes, distinctive painting of lashes, bow-shaped closed mouth, wearing blue organdy toddler dress and bonnet, undergarments, moccasins and socks. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Little Cherub, 1937, Georgene Novelties, the doll was designed by Harriet Flanders based upon illustrations in her book, Little Cherub. Value Points: presented with original colorful book and in original box. $500/700
48. American Composition “Little Cherub”, A Georgene Doll, in Original Felt Skating Ensemble 13” (33 cm.) All-composition with socket head and
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1937, Georgene Novelties, the doll was designed by Harriet Flanders, rare and wonderfully preserved original costume. $500/600
49. Very Rare American Composition “Little Cherub” by Georgene Novelties as Native American 16” (41 cm.) All-composition with socket head, jointing at shoulders and
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legs, painted short black hair with feathered curls framing the face, painted brown side-glancing eyes, brown upper eyeliner and distinctive painting of lashes, bow-shaped closed mouth, wearing original patterned cotton dress under felt jacket, with felt slippers and beaded necklace. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: c. Harriet Flanders (back of neck). Comments: Georgene Novelties from original Harriet Flanders Little Cherub designs, circa 1937, the felt costume and stylized Native America theme are interesting tie-ins with other Averill dolls. Value Points: the doll is rare not only for stylized painting, rare original costume including beaded necklace, but also for its size for this 49.
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51. American Composition “Tootsie” by Horsman, Variation of Little Nemo 14” (36 cm.) Composition head with flanged neck, sculpted and painted short curly brown hair, painted large brown eyes, closed mouth with gentle smile, cloth body jointed at shoulders and hips, composition hands. Condition: very good, few rubs on hair at back of head, Marks: E.I.H.c.1910.
52. American Composition “School Boy” by Horsman
Comments: Horsman,
15” (38 cm.) Composition head with flanged neck, sculpted short
circa 1910, the Nemo
side-parted hair with curls waved across the forehead, painted
head was also utilized
blue eyes, closed mouth, cloth body jointed at shoulders and
by Horsman for their
hips, composition hands. Condition: generally excellent. Marks:
girl model, “Tootsie,
E.I.H.c.1915. Comments: Horsman, the doll appeared in the
a modish little lady”,
Horsman 1915 catalog as “School Boy”. Value Points: well-defined
having variant body
expressive character features, original finish, original schoolboy
without sewn-on boots.
costume. The doll has a blue ribbon award from 2001 UFDC
Value Points: wonderful
convention. $200/300
costume not original.
facial model with on the very rarely found
53. American Composition BrownComplexioned Doll “Cotton Joe” by Horsman
doll. $200/300
14” (36 cm.) Composition head with flanged neck, brown
captivating expression
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complexion and painted black short hair, painted brown eyes, closed mouth with suggestion of teeth, cloth body with jointing at shoulders and hips, brown cloth legs and composition hands. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Copyright 1910 by E.I. Horsman 1910 (cloth label on body) Trademark Cotton Joe (cloth label on pants). Comments: Horsman, circa 55. Profile
1910. Value Points: seldom-found doll with original labeled body. The doll has a blue ribbon award from 2016 UFDC convention. $300/400
54. American Composition “Fan Kid” in Original Baseball Uniform 14” (36 cm.) Composition head with flanged neck, brown painted short boyish hair, painted blue eyes, closed mouth, cloth body, composition hands. Condition: very good, few tiny rubs on finish of hair, costume a bit darkened. Comments: attributed to Ideal, circa 1912, the doll has sewnon striped stockings and black ankle shoes in the theme of baseball
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uniform; the chest protector
protector labeled “Fan Kid, Trademark, Mascot, Pat. Appl.
is a miniature
for Strauss Mfg Co N.Y.”. $300/400
salesman product
55. American Composition Whistling Boy with Painted Red Cap by Ideal
produced by
15” (38 cm.) Composition head with flanged neck, molded
the Strauss
and painted short brown hair with painted red-brimmed
Mgf. Co.
cap, painted blue side-glancing eyes, closed mouth with
Value Points:
puckered lips, cloth body with jointing at shoulders and hips,
wearing original
composition lower arms and legs, original shirt and overalls.
cloth baseball
Condition: very good, few scuffs on nose, back of hat and
uniform, and
limbs. Comments: Ideal, circa 1920, the model was inspired
with rare
by Heubach’s bisque doll Whistling Jim, although this model
added salesman
was never intended to actually whistle. Value Points: seldom-
sample chest
found model with unusual red sculpted cap. $200/300
sample of
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of Collector’s Encyclopedia of Composition Dolls by Ursula Mertz. $400/600 56.
56. American Composition “Nancy Lee” by Arranbee in Original Box
57. American Composition “Little Lady” by Effanbee in Original Box 15” (38 cm.) All-composition with socket head, jointing at shoulders and hips, blue sleep eyes, real lashes, closed mouth, wheat
20” (51 cm.) All-composition with socket head, jointing at
blonde human hair in original coiffure, wearing original aqua
shoulders and hips, brown sleep eyes, real lashes, closed mouth,
blue sheer nylon dress with white pleated hem ruffles, matching
brunette mohair curled wig. Condition: generally excellent. Marks:
pantalets and brimmed bonnet, socks, shoes, floral wrist corsage,
R&B. Comments: Arranbee, circa 1938. Value Points: impeccably
and with original wrist tag “I am Little Lady”. Condition: generally
preserved with flawless complexion and coiffure, and wearing
excellent. Marks: Effanbee Anne Shirley (torso). Comments:
original sheer blue gown with flocked detailing, matching bonnet,
Effanbee, circa 1939, model #7444 according to box label. Value
undergarments, silver shoes, and with original paper label “Nancy
Points: preserved in pristine unplayed with condition, with rare
Lee” and original labeled box. The doll is shown on the back cover
costume, wrist tag, and preserved in original box. $300/400
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58. American Composition Child by Alexander 13” (33 cm.) All-composition with socket head, jointing at shoulders and hips, sleep eyes, real lashes, closed mouth, wheat blonde human hair with curly bangs and looped braids, wearing original pink nylon party dress with tulle ruffles, attached undergarments, socks, shoes. Condition: generally excellent, some fragility to tulle ruffles of skirt. Marks: Madame Alexander New York (dress and original wrist tag). Comments: Madame Alexander, circa 1935. Value Points: very fine all original condition, flawless complexion and coiffure, rare model. $400/600
59. American Composition “Honey” by Effanbee with Flirty Eyes in Original Box
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jointing at shoulders and hips, and wearing original sheer pink organdy dress with lace trim and flower at waist, pink satin petticoat and panties, socks, shoes, woven bonnet with flowers on inside brim to match the flowers at waist. Condition: generally
20” (51 cm.) All-composition with socket
excellent. Marks: Effanbee I am Honey (original wrist tag). Comments: Effanbee,
head, blue sleep and “flirty” eyes, real lashes,
circa 1939. Value Points: very beautiful pristine condition of complexion, coiffure, and
closed mouth, brunette human hair wig,
costume, with original wrist tag and preserved in original labeled box. $400/600
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60. American Composition “Bubbles” by Effanbee in Original Costume
61. American Composition Dimpled Baby by Acme in Original Costume
14” (36 cm.) Composition head with flanged neck, sculpted curly
24” (61 cm.) Composition head with flanged neck, molded and
blonde baby hair, tiny blue sleep eyes, tinted brows, closed mouth
painted short curly hair, blue sleep eyes, open mouth with laughing
modeled as though open, two beaded upper teeth, cloth baby torso
expression, two beaded upper teeth, tongue, cloth torso and upper
and jointed bent baby legs, jointed composition arms. Condition:
legs, composition arms and lower legs, wearing original pink cotton
very good, some light spotting on torso. Marks: Effanbee Bubbles.
dress with lace trim, ruffled matching bonnet, undergarment, knit
Comments: Effanbee, their trademarked Bubbles doll was
slippers. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Acme Toy Co.
introduced in 1924. Value Points: wonderful modeling with deeply
Comments: Acme, circa 1929, the doll was shown in a display ad
impressed laughter lines and dimples, wearing original costume
in Playthings, March 1929. Value Points: wonderful modeling with
with Effanbee cloth tag label. $200/300
very deep dimples, lovely original costume and bonnet. $300/400
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62. American Composition “Tickletoes” by Ideal
sculpted
16” (41 cm.) Composition head with flanged neck,
blonde baby
sculpted short curly baby hair, sleep eyes that “flirt” and
hair, blue
“twinkle”, open mouth with two painted upper teeth,
sleep eyes,
dimples, cloth torso and upper legs, rubber arms and lower
painted lashes
legs. Condition: generally excellent, rubber hardened.
and lightly
Comments: Ideal, the model was introduced in 1928 with
feathered
the “new” rubber arms and legs, marketed along with a
brows, open
special booklet citing eight reasons why rubber arms and
mouth, row
legs “are best”. Value Points: the trademarked “Tickletoes”
of upper
doll has original illustrated tag which notes “squeeze my
teeth, cloth
leg and I cry”, suggesting a bellows crier inside leg (not
torso and
functioning), costume, and original paper label and booklet,
upper legs,
and is wearing beautiful original rose costume and bonnet
composition
with lace trim, very fine original finish with deeply defined
arms and
dimples. $300/400
lower legs.
63. American Composition “Baby Gloria” by Maxine Dolls in Original Box 16” (41 cm.) Composition head with flanged neck,
and painted
Condition: generally excellent, scuffing on left knee. Comments: Baby Gloria of Maxine Doll Company,
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late 1920s. Value Points: lovely delicately blushed complexion of the laughing dimpled baby, original costume and bonnet, and with original tag “Baby Gloria, Maxine Dolls of Distinction”, and in original labeled box. $200/300
64. American Composition Brown-Complexioned “Bubbles” by Effanbee in Original Costume 20” (51 cm.) Brown-complexioned shoulderhead, sculpted painted black curly baby hair with forelock curl, brown sleep eyes, open mouth with cheerful expression, two upper teeth, cloth torso and upper legs, stitch-jointed at hips, jointed composition arms and lower legs. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 1924 Effanbee Dolls Walk, Talk, Sleep. Comments: Effanbee, their model “Bubbles”, introduced in 1924. Value Points: very beautiful flawless rare brown complexion, rarer leg jointing allowing toddler-like legs, original pale pink costume, with original heart necklace. The doll has a blue ribbon from 2003 UFDC convention. $300/400 63.
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65. American Composition “Twinkie” by Ideal with Original Illustrated Book 14” (36 cm.) Composition head with pointy crown and flanged neck, modeled and painted hair with swirled forelock and sidelock curls, blue “twinkle” eyes, rounded pug nose, tiny closed mouth, all-cloth flannel-covered elf costume body, jointed at shoulders and hips, red belt vest with little bells and slippers. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Genuine Twinkie Doll Copyr, 1916 Eyes Pat. Twinkies Specialty. Comments: Ideal, circa 1920, the doll was created as a promotion for HamiltonTown Shoe Company, along with a book Twinkie-Town Tales, published 1920 by Hamilton-Brown, with illustrations and whimsical tales of the little doll. Value Points: the rarity of the twinkle-eye doll is rivaled only by its wonderful presence and well-preserved state, and including book. $400/600
66. American Composition “Jiminy Cricket” by Knickerbocker 10” (25 cm.) Composition egg-shaped socket head in original cricket green color, “O”- shaped side-glancing painted eyes, smiling expression, composition bug body and oversized feet, jointed composition arms and yellow four-finger hands, original cloth jacket and hat. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Jiminy 65.
Cricket W.D. Prod N&T Co, USA. Comments: Knickerbocker, licensed by Walt Disney, circa 1938, Jiminy was a featured character in the Pinocchio production. Value Points: fine original state of presentation, including original costume. $500/600
67. American Composition White “Figaro” from Pinocchio by Knickerbocker 7” (18 cm.) All-composition white cat with grey underbelly, socket head, painted mask face with 65. Book
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large side-glancing eyes, jointed limbs, red paws.
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Condition: generally excellent. Marks: W.D. Pr Knickerbocker Toy Co (head and belly). Comments: Knickerbocker, the cat depicts Figaro, Pinocchio’s cat, as appearing in the 1940 film. Value Points: seldom-found character especially in this color, with original paper label. $400/600
68. American Composition Pinocchio by Knickerbocker in Grand Size 16” (41 cm.) Composition oversized head depicting Pinocchio with characteristic features including elongated nose, wide-open painted blue eyes, extended forelock curl of black painted hair, closed mouth, on body with limbs
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painted hands, and wearing original felt and cotton costume
69. American Composition Brown “Figaro” from Pinocchio by Knickerbocker
and traditional hat. Condition: generally excellent. Marks:
7” (18 cm.) All-composition brown cat with cream underbelly, socket
Pinocchio Knickerbocker Toy c. Made in USA W. Disney
head, painted mask face with large side-glancing eyes, jointed limbs.
Prod. Comments: Knickerbocker, circa 1938. Value Points:
Condition: generally excellent. Marks: W.D. Pr Knickerbocker Toy Co
rare large size, wearing original costume, and with original
(head and belly). Comments: Knickerbocker, the cat depicts Figaro,
paper label. $600/800
Pinocchio’s cat, as appearing in the 1940 film. Value Points: seldom-
modeled to appear as though articulated wood, yellow gloved
found character, with original paper label. $400/600
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eyes, closed mouth with merry smile, on firmly stuffed plush mohair teddy body with felt paws. Condition: generally excellent, some retouch to face. Comments: Amberg, their model “Sunny Jim”, 1909, advertised in Playthings magazine, August 1909 in a promotion for Force Cereal with amusing illustrations by Dorothy Ficken based on the amusing ad copy of Minnie Maud Manff who wrote of “most 70.
70. American Composition Girl with Sculpted Bonnet
unfriendly Jim Dumps” who was
17” (43 cm.) Composition shoulderhead with sculpted brimmed bonnet
transformed
with blue ribbon streamers over sculpted curly brown hair, painted
by eating Force
blue eyes with pronounced outline, closed mouth, cloth body with disc
Cereal and
jointing at shoulders and hips, composition hands, cotton dress, panties
“since then
and matching clutch bag. Condition: generally excellent, paint flake
they’ve called
on one hand. Comments: maker unknown, circa 1910. Value Points:
him Sunny Jim”.
wonderful expression on the rare early doll with well-preserved original
Value Points:
finish, rare sculpted bonnet. $300/400
rare early doll
71. American Composition “Sunny Jim” by Amberg 11” (28 cm.) Composition head with painted brown hair, painted blue
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72. Rare American Composition “Happifats” Designed by Kate Jordan, by Borgfeldt 11” (28 cm.) Composition plump head with painted hair, distinctively painted brown eyes, tiny bow-shaped mouth, plump cloth body, stitch-jointed limbs, composition hands, wearing original blue overalls and shirt. Condition: original finish, few very light lines, finish worn on hands. Marks: Happifats (original cloth label on trousers). Comments: 1917, designed by Irish immigrant, Kate Jordan, a noted playwright and novelist, who also wrote
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the 1917 children’s book, “The Happifats and the Grouch” and designed the accompanying doll which was sold by Borgfeldt in
bear body was popular at the time, drawing upon the popularity of
German all-bisque versions and this rarer composition version.
teddy bears. Value Points: wonderful expression, original body with
Value Points: the very unique character model is rarely found in
rarely found original label. $200/300
this version, has original labeled pants. $400/500
73. American Composition “Billiken” Designed by Florence Pretz, by Horsman
74. American Composition “Buster Brown” by Ideal in Original Costume 17” (43 cm.) Composition head with flanged neck, painted
11” (28 cm.) Composition head with distinctive features of pointy
brown side-parted hair, blue sleep eyes, closed mouth with slight
crown, big ears and a big smile, eyes modeled closed, brown painted
smile, cloth torso and upper limbs, stitch-jointed hips. Condition:
hair, light brown mohair teddy bear body. Condition: very good,
generally excellent. Marks: Ideal. Comments: Ideal, circa 1929,
retouch to tip of hair crown. Marks: The Billiken Company Chicago
the name Buster Brown evolved from a 1902 cartoon character
(cloth label on chest) N.Y. 7/12/09 The Lucky Billiken (lettering on
by Richard Outcault in which Buster is depicted in this identical
feet). Comments: Horsman, 1909, from original copyrighted designs
costume. Value Points: wonderful portrayal of the beloved
by Florence Pretz for “The God of Laughter, Merrymaking and Good
character, wearing original red cotton romper suit with matching
Luck”. The idea of presenting a character composition head on teddy
cap, socks and shoes. $300/400
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unplayed with condition, in original “Patricia Ann” labeled box. The doll has a blue ribbon from 1997 UFDC convention. $600/800 75.
75. American Composition Sleep-Eyed Patricia Ruth by Effanbee in Original Box
76. American Composition Blue-Eyed Patsy in Original Box with Wrist Tag 13” (33 cm.) All-composition with socket head, jointing at
27” (69 cm.) Composition socket head with molded curl under
shoulders and hips, molded and painted brown bobbed hair,
original brunette mohair wig, slimmer body and legs, blue/
painted blue side-glancing eyes, bow-shaped closed mouth,
green sleep eyes, real lashes, closed mouth, jointing at shoulders
wearing original red and white checkered sundress and matching
and hips, wearing original green cotton dress with attached onsie
panties, shoes and socks. Condition: unplayed with condition,
undergarment, socks and shoes, velvet brimmed cap. Condition:
very light lines on face, crazing on left foot. Comments:
generally excellent. Marks: Patsy Ruth (head), Patricia Ruth (box).
Effanbee Patsy, circa 1946. Value Points: rare later period Patsy,
Comments: Effanbee, 1935, the older child variation Patsy Ruth
unusual blue eyes, original costume and hair bow, wrist tag and
with more slender body. Value Points: rarely found model in pristine
in original box dated 1946 with illustrations of Patsy. $300/400
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77. American Composition Patsyette in Wonderland Costume, Original Box 9 ½” (24 cm.) All-composition with socket head, jointing at shoulders and hips, painted brown sideglancing eyes, closed mouth with rosebud shaped lips, ash-blonde mohair wig with long braids, red hair ribbons. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Effanbee Patsyette Doll. Comments: Effanbee, 1933, the doll in this costume was shown in Playthings ad of May 1933 indicating tie-in with the 1933 release of Paramount Film “Alice in Wonderland”. Value Points: pristine unplayed with condition, wearing original Wonderland costume of
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yellow patterned cotton dress and matching panties, apron, socks, shoes, with original wrist tag and in original box. The doll has blue ribbon from 2011 UFDC convention. $300/400
78. Pair, American Composition Patsykins in Original White Horse Inn Costumes and Boxes 11” (28 cm.) Each is all-composition with modeled short brown bobbed hair, painted brown side-glancing eyes, bow-shaped closed mouth, jointing at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Effanbee Patsy Jr. Doll. Comments: Effanbee, circa 1936, the dolls were released in 1936 as promotional dolls for the Broadway play of “White Horse Inn” that had just opened. Value Points: pristine unplayed with condition of the rare pair, each wearing original Tyrolean style costume and cap, each with original custom celluloid pin “White Horse Inn An Effanbee Doll”, and each in original labeled box. The dolls have blue ribbons from 1986 UFDC convention and 2008 DCA annual meeting. $600/800 77.
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79. Cast Metal Statue “The Good Fairy” by Jessie McCutcheon Raleigh 11 ½” (29 cm.) One-piece cast metal figure of child posed standing with head uptilted and arms spread open in welcoming gesture. Condition: slight paint touch-up on forelock of curls and left shoulder. Marks: The Good Fairy c. JMR 1916. Comments: Jessie McCutcheon Raleigh who indicated her design aimed
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to present a figure that, depending on its profile view could be girl or boy. Value Points: further example of the imagination and artistry of the talented early 1900s artist. $300/400
80. American Composition Smiling Character by Jessie McCutcheon Raleigh 17” (43 cm.) All-composition of specially formulated material, handpainted brown hair with detailed combmarks and feathering, painted brown eyes, black upper eyeliner, rose-blushed upper and lower eyeshadow, accented nostrils, closed mouth modeled as though open, two modeled teeth, jointing at shoulders and hips, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent, light rub on nose. Comments: Jessie McCutcheon Raleigh, an early studio model, circa 1916. Value Points: exceptional artistry of both modeling and painting of the very rare doll. The doll has a blue ribbon from 2005 UFDC convention. $800/1100
81. American Composition Art Character Doll by Jessie McCutcheon Raleigh
at back of head, some body retouch. Comments: Jessie
18” (46 cm.) Socket head of uniquely formulated composition, sculpted
McCutcheon Raleigh, whose Chicago-based firm operated
hair in side-parted bobbed fashion, painted brown eyes with shaded
for only four years, 1916-1920; the faces being painted by
detail, black upper eyeliner, fringed lashes, one-stroke brows, closed
students at the Chicago Art Institute. Value Points: the rarity
mouth with painted row of teeth, composition toddler body jointed at
of the McCutcheon dolls is rivaled by the artistry of their
shoulders and hips, nicely costumed. Condition: very good, craquelure
modeling and painting. $400/600
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82. American Composition Wigged Toddler in Rare Size by Jessie McCutcheon Raleigh 11” (28 cm.) All-composition of uniquely formulated material, socket head, painted facial features, blue eyes with painted white accents and dots, black upper eyeliner, single stroke brows, closed mouth with two beaded teeth, brunette human hair, composition toddler body with jointing at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Jessie McCutcheon, circa 1916. Value Points: especially rare example of the studio doll, unusual 82.
small size, wigged, and wearing original costume with painted spider design. $600/800
83. American Composition Brown-Eyed Toddler by Jessie McCutcheon Raleigh
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14” (36 cm.) Socket head of uniquely formulated composition, large brown outlined eyes with large pupils and defined eye dots, all-around lashes, closed mouth with four painted teeth, blonde mohair wig in soft curls, jointing at shoulders and hips, nicely costumed. Condition: very good, light craquelure on original facial finish. Comments: Jessie McCutcheon Raleigh, her dolls were made for four years only, 1916-1920. Value Points: beautiful painting of face, especially eyes, rare original wig. $400/500
84. American Composition Doll by Jessie McCutcheon Raleigh as Older Child 14” (36 cm.) Of specially formulated composition, with socket head, painted facial features, brown down-gazing eyes, black upper eyeliner, closed mouth with two painted teeth, brunette mohair wig, slender body with jointing at shoulders and hips, painted white heeled boots, antique costume may be original. Condition: very good, facial finish excellent, scuffs on arms, some light craze lines on legs. Comments: Jessie McCutcheon Raleigh, circa 1920. Value Points: very rare model with original wig, unusual painting of eyes, unusual white painted boots. $700/900 83.
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molded boots. The doll is shown on the front cover of Collector’s Encyclopedia of Composition Dolls by Ursula Mertz. $300/400
86. American Composition Doll in Giants Baseball Uniform 14” (36 cm.) Composition head with flanged neck, painted brown hair, blue eyes, closed mouth, cloth body with jointing at shoulders and hips, composition hands. Condition: very good, some scuffing on body. Comments: circa 1915, maker unknown. Value Points: highly characterized face, wearing original blue muslin baseball uniform and cap, with Giants felt lettering on front chest. $150/200
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85. American Composition “Puss ‘n Boots” by Mystery Maker 14” (36 cm.) Composition head with flanged neck depicting cat with white mask face, painted green eyes, open mouth with painted teeth, whiskers, original cloth body, jointing at shoulders and hips, composition lower legs designed as knee-high painted black boots, stitched-on velvet costume with velvet belt. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: maker unknown, circa 1910, human form of the popular early tale of Puss ‘n Boots continued the tradition of being created in doll form. Value Points: rarely found doll with fine artistry of painting, especially of eyes, 86.
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87. GrandSize American Composition Doll as Scottish Boy 30” (76 cm.) Composition head with flanged neck, modeled short brown curly boyish hair, painted blue eyes, closed mouth, two teeth, excelsiorfilled muslin body, simple pin jointing at shoulders and hips, stitched-on Scottish plaid leggings and brown boots and wearing original Scottish plaid shirt and pleated kilt. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: the large simply made dolls were introduced by Butler Bros. in their 1918 catalog as character dolls, and were commonly used as prizes at carnivals or fairs. Value Points: original finish well-preserved, and charming original costume. $150/250
88. GrandSize American Composition Doll in Original Costume
wearing original boy’s costume. Condition: very good, professional
30” (76 cm.) Composition head with flanged neck, painted
restoration to hair, facial finish original. Comments: from the
short brown hair, painted blue eyes, closed mouth, two teeth,
series of character dolls that were introduced by Butler Bros. in
excelsior-filled muslin body, simple pin jointing at shoulders and
their 1918; note the similarity of leggings to the preceding doll.
hips, stitched-on Scottish plaid leggings and brown boots and
Value Points: original facial finish is well-preserved. $150/250
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90. Composition Boy Wearing Jackie Coogan Trousers 15” (38 cm.) Very hard composition flangedneck head, deeply sculpted curly tousled boyish hair, painted blue eyes, red and black upper eyeliner, closed mouth with puckered whistling lips, hole in center of lips, cloth excelsior-filled body, non-functioning crier. Boy’s costume including trousers (may not be original to doll) with original label “Jackie Coogan Kid, Licensed by Jackie Coogan, Pat. Pending”. Marks: Gesch 539 62. Comments: circa 1915, the head was
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made in Germany, likely assembled in America. Value Points: especially fine hair sculpting, original painted finish, rare Jackie Coogan
89. American Composition Doll in Original WWI Infantry Uniform
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trousers. $150/200
painted side-parted hair, painted blue eyes, closed mouth,
91. American Composition Cowgirl by New Doll
arched brows, cloth body with disc-jointed arms and
14” (36 cm.)
legs, composition hands. Condition: generally excellent,
Composition head with
original finish perfectly preserved. Comments: mystery
flanged neck, sculpted
maker, circa 1917. Value Points: wearing original WWI
short brown tousled
khaki Infantry uniform including four-pocket jacket with
bob and curly bangs,
brass buttons (handmade button holes), trousers high at
painted pale blue eyes,
the calves with brass-buttoned puttees at lower legs, khaki
closed mouth, cloth body,
cap, shoes. The doll has a blue ribbon from 1996 UFDC
jointed at shoulders and
convention. $400/500
hips. Condition: very
18” (46 cm.) Composition shoulderhead, molded and
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good, few scuffs on original painted finish, some moth holes in costume. Marks: N.D. Comments: New Doll Co., New York, the company existed for only two years, 1913-1915. Value Points: very distinctive expression and painting, original felt cowgirl costume with fringed skirt. $150/200
92. American Composition “Yankee Doodle Kid”, WWI Soldier by Averill 12” (30 cm.) Composition flanged-neck head, sculpted short curly hair, painted blue eyes, black upper eyeliner, closed mouth, cloth body and jointed legs and short arms, composition hands. Condition: generally excellent, repair at back hem of jacket. Comments: Averill, 1916, the doll was advertised in May 1917 93.
Playthings magazine as “Yankee Doodle Kid”. Value Points: wearing original brown twill uniform with leatherette gaiters,
jointed at shoulders and hips, composition arms. Condition: generally
brimmed cap, holster and gun. $200/300
excellent. Comments: attributed to Averill (Madame Hendren), circa
93. American Composition Doll in Well-Detailed Aviator Costume Attributed to Averill
1925, the doll was likely influenced by the popular fascination with the flying exploits of Amelia Earhart. Value Points: wearing exceptionally detailed original costume including lady undergarments of undershirt, panties, girdle, bra and silk stockings, under utilitarian aviation garb
17” (43 cm.) Composition shoulderhead, modeled short curly
including woolen trousers, oilcloth jacket with leather belt and fur
bobbed hair, painted blue eyes, closed mouth, cloth body
collar, gaiters, and helmet and goggles with twill edging. $400/600
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94. American Composition Dimpled Cheek “Rosebud” by Horsman
95. American Composition Babyette Twins by Effanbee in Original Presentation Box
20” (51 cm.) Composition swivel head on composition shoulderplate,
11” (28 cm.) Each has composition flanged-neck head,
blue tin sleep eyes, real lashes, painted lashes, feathered brows, open
painted brown hair with feathered detail, sleep eyes, real
mouth, four upper teeth, brunette human hair wig, cloth torso and
lashes, bow-shaped lips, cloth body, composition hands.
upper legs, disc jointing at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally
Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Effanbee, 1935,
excellent. Marks: c. E.I. Horsman Inc (doll). Comments: Horsman,
presented as Babyette Twins, the brother and sister twins
circa 1930. Value Points: fine original finish with deeply impressed
are in original box with white winter suit ensembles (one
cheek dimples accentuating the smiling expression, original light
with pink, one with blue accessories) and with original label.
organdy cotton dress with abstract patterned flowers, matching cap,
The dolls have blue ribbons from 1994 and 1996 UFDC
undergarments, socks and shoes. $300/400
conventions. $200/300
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96. American Composition “Baby Georgene” with Music Box 17” (43 cm.) Composition head with flanged neck, brown sleep eyes, real lashes, brown painted hair with swirled curls at forehead, softly stuffed torso with hidden music box that key winds at back torso, composition limbs, folded fists, wearing original pale green sheer organdy dress and bonnet, undergarments, booties. Condition: very good, some facial touch-up, music functions albeit a bit slowly. Comments: Baby Georgene, circa 1930. Value Points: rare to find wind-up music box hidden in doll. $150/200
97. American Composition “Tousle Tot” by Effanbee in Original Presentation Box 9” (23 cm.) All-composition with socket head, blue sleep eyes, real lashes, curly mohair “tousled” wig, jointing at shoulders and hips of baby body. Condition: generally excellent, unplayed with condition. Marks: Effanbee Patsy Babyette. Comments: Effanbee, 1941. Value Points: the doll is presented in original box with pink
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and white striped flannel pajamas, and other still-tied-in garments
mouth, row of teeth, tongue tip, brunette human hair, composition
including baby dress, undergarments, bonnet, shoes, with original
body jointed at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent.
tag “I am Tousle Tot”. The doll has blue ribbon award from 2010
Marks: Petite. Comments: American Character, circa 1930, the
UFDC convention. $300/400
model was presented as “Petite” with marked head and original
98. American Composition “Petite” Doll in Original Costume and Box by American Character
paper label that questioned “My name is Petite. Don’t you think I’m very sweet?”. Value Points: pristine unplayed with condition, with crisp original pink organdy costume and bonnet trimmed with ruffled green fabric, matching panties, socks and shoes, and in
20” (51 cm.) Composition swivel head on composition
original labeled box. The doll has a blue ribbon from 1992 UFDC
shoulderplate, brown sleep eyes, real lashes, painted lashes, open
exhibit. $400/500
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feathered brows, closed mouth, dark brunette human hair in short boyish side-parted fashion, fivepiece body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Effanbee USA. Comments: designed by Dewees Cochran for Effanbee’s American Children Series, circa 1938. Value Points: the rarer boy model has fine original finish, beautifully painted face, original costume comprising blue serge jacket and shorts, white shirt, red silk polka dot tie, shoes and socks. $800/1100
100. American Composition Portrait Doll Designed by Dewees Cochran for Effanbee in Original Box 20” (51 cm.) All-composition with socket head, painted blue eyes, all-around black eyeliner and painted lashes, fringed brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with accent line between the lips, brunette human hair in long braids, jointed shoulders and hips, wearing blue serge coat with pearl buttons and yellow lining, yellow flowered cotton dress with matching panties, 99, 100.
blue pressed woolen hat with upturned brim, socks,
99. American Composition Boy from American Children Series by Dewees Cochran for Effanbee
black shoes. Condition: generally excellent, shoes are scuffed.
17” (43 cm.) Composition socket head, painted facial features,
Shirley (torso). Comments: designed by Dewees Cochran for
blue eyes, red and black upper eyeliner, very short fringed lashes,
Effanbee American Children series, late 1930s. Value Points: lovely
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Marks: Effanbee American Children (head) Effanbee Anne
painted eye model has appealing expression, original costume and is presented in original box. The doll has three blue ribbon awards including 2011 President’s Choice from UFDC convention. $1100/1400
102. American Composition Portrait Doll Designed by Dewees Cochran for Effanbee in Original Box 20” (51 cm.) All-composition with socket head, painted brown eyes, all-around brown eyeliner and short fringed lashes and brows, closed mouth with uniquely shaped pensive lips, brunette human hair, jointing at shoulders and hips, wearing original sheer rose organdy party dress with scalloped-edged ruffled tiers at sleeves and hem, silk flowers at waist, pink cotton petticoat and panties, socks, shoes, with original wrist bracelet, and in original box with color-tinted illustration on the label. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Effanbee American Children (head) Effanbee Anne Shirley Body (body). Comments: Effanbee, designed by Dewees Cochran from her American Children series, late 1930s. $1100/1400
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103. Two American Composition Native American Dolls by Madame Hendren (Averill) 5” (13 cm.) and 9”. Each has brown-complexioned head with painted black hair, depicting Native American children, painted black eyes, smiling expression on closed mouth, and each is wrapped in colorful orange and yellow felt costumes, laced bunting and cradleboard. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Madame Hendren Character Costume Pat May 9, 1916 (cloth tag on each). Comments: Georgene Averill (as Madame Hendren) introduced her series of vibrant felt-costumed Native American character dolls in 1916. Value Points: beautiful vibrant felt costumes with original label are well preserved, flawless original complexion. $300/400
104. American Composition Native American Dolls by Madame Hendren (Averill) 9” (23 cm.) Brown-complexioned composition head with painted black hair, 105.
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depicting Native American child, painted black side-glancing eyes, smiling expression on closed mouth, cloth torso, legs and upper arms, brown composition lower arms. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Georgene Averill (as Madame Hendren) from her series of vibrant feltcostumed Native American character dolls introduced in 1916. Value Points: flawlessly preserved complexion enhances the mischievous expression, vibrant original costume. $150/200
105. American Composition Native American Dolls by Madame Hendren (Averill) 12” (30 cm.) Brown-complexioned composition head with painted black hair, depicting Native American child, painted black eyes, somber expression on closed mouth, cloth torso, legs and upper arms, brown composition lower arms. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Madame Hendren Character Costume Pat May 9, 1916 (cloth tag). Comments: Georgene Averill (as Madame Hendren) from her series of vibrant felt-costumed Native American character dolls introduced in 1916. Value Points: captivating facial expression, flawless complexion, original felt bunting wrap. $200/300
106. American Composition Native American Woman in Original Madame Hendren Costume
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107. American Composition Native American Chief in Original Madame Hendren Costume 18” (46 cm.) Composition shoulderhead with sienna painted
18” (46 cm.) Composition shoulderhead with sienna painted complexion,
complexion, painted brown eyes, closed mouth, black flossed
painted brown eyes, closed mouth, black flossed thread wig in long braids,
thread wig in long braids, brown cloth body with stitch jointing
brown cloth body with stitch jointing at hips, jointed composition arms.
at hips, jointed composition arms. Marks: A.M. c. Co.(head)
Marks: A.M. (head) Madame Hendren Character Costume Pat May 9,
Madame Hendren Character Costume Pat May 9, 1916 (cloth
1916 (cloth tag on costume). Comments: Georgene Averill (as Madame
tag on costume). Comments: from the 1916 series of Georgene
Hendren) introduced her series of felt-costumed Native American
Averill (as Madame Hendren) felt-costumed Native American
character dolls in 1916. Ursula Mertz discussed this unique costume
character dolls. Value Points: fine quality of felt in rich colors
patent in an article in Doll Reader, February 1990. Value Points: fine
created a vibrant costume accented with fringing, colorful felt
quality of felt in rich colors created a vibrant costume accented with
beading and sewn felt moccasins and elaborate headdress with
fringing, colorful felt beading and sewn felt moccasins. $300/400
many colorful feathers. $300/400
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109. American Composition Dutch Boy Designed by Grace Corry for Averill 14” (36 cm.) Composition shoulderhead with tucked-down pose of face, painted blue eyes, black upper eyeliner, closed mouth with smiling lips, deeply impressed dimples, blonde fleece bobbed wig, cloth body, jointed composition arms. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: c. Grace C. Corry. Comments: Averill (Madame Hendren) from facial model by Grace Corry, 1928. Value Points: wearing original felt costume as little Dutch boy. $200/300
110. American Composition “Puggy” by American Character/Petite in Scout Costume and Accessories 12” (30 cm.) All-composition with socket head, sculpted
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108. American Composition Valentine Girl Designed by Grace Corry for Averill 14” (36 cm.) All-composition with one-piece head tucked into torso, jointing at shoulders and hips, painted blue eyes, black upper eyeliner, very thick upper lashes, upturned nose, closed mouth with smiling lips, deeply impressed dimples, blonde mohair curly wig. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Grace C. Corry Averill Mfg Co. Comments: Averill (Madame Hendren) from facial model by Grace Corry, 1928. Value Points: wonderful modeling of impish girl with laughter crinkles around the accented eyes, impressed dimples, unusual original red felt heart-shaped costume with paper gold arrow accent, likely designed as Valentine dress. $400/500
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short brown hair with forelock curl, painted blue side-glancing eyes with intaglio details, painted upper curly lashes, accented nostrils, closed mouth with uniquely painted lips, five-piece toddler body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: A Petite Doll (doll, clothing also marked Petite). Comments: American Character Doll Co., from their “Petite” line, the doll was marketed as Puggy, c. 1930. Value Points: wonderfully preserved state of the delightful doll, wearing original Scout uniform (tagged Petite) including shirt, shorts, cap, belt, tie, penknife and twine. $500/700
111. American Composition Campbell Kid as Spanish Dancer by American Character 12” (30 cm.) All-composition, socket head with very rounded plump shape, modeled and painted bobbed hair with forelock curl, painted brown side-glancing eyes, upper
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lashes, dash brows, pug-shaped nose, impish smile, chubby body jointed at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: A Petite Doll (torso). Comments: American Character Do (Petite), circa 1929, the doll and her companion, Lot 112, were advertised in Playthings, 1929 as Spanish Dancer and Matador. Value Points: wonderful presence of the Grace Drayton-designed model with fine original finish, wearing original Spanish Dancer dress with original tag “Campbell Kid, Permission Campbell Soup, A Petite Doll”, matching undergarments, shoes and socks. $400/500
112. American Composition “Puggy” by American Character/Petite as Bullfighter 12” (30 cm.) All-composition with socket head, sculpted short brown hair with forelock curl, painted brown side-glancing eyes with intaglio details, painted lashes, defined frown lines around the sides of eyes, accented nostrils, closed mouth with uniquely painted lips, five-piece toddler body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: A Petite Doll (doll, costume also tagged). Comments: American Character from their Petite line, circa 1930. Value Points: very choice state of preservation, Puggy is wearing original bullfighter costume, with label “Puggy, A Petite Doll” on shirt, 110.
uniquely stitched pants, little toy bull symbol at waist sash. $400/600
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114. Amusing American Composition Walking Duck by NOMA 9” (23 cm.) Modeled composition duck with defined modeled feathering, painted eyes, orange beak and pin-hinged orange pads; when pulled along, the duck waddles forward in an amusing manner. Condition: generally excellent, few minor scuffs. Marks: U.S. Pat. 1633146 (embossed). Comments: American, NOMA, 1930s. $200/250
115. American Composition Boy in Original Suit from Early 1912 Era 12” (30 cm.) Composition flanged neck head, sculpted short brown hair with defined tousled curls, painted large blue eyes, closed mouth, cloth body with pin jointing at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 303 Comments: American, maker unknown, circa 1912. Value Points: artistic modeling with finely preserved original painting, original blue cotton suit. $200/250
116. American Composition Doll on Wooden Scooter as “Irish Mail Kid” by Horsman 10 ½” (27 cm.) l. scooter. 11” h. of doll seated on scooter. Seated upon a wooden wheeled scooter is a composition head doll with sculpted and painted hair, painted blue eyes, closed mouth, cloth body with jointing
113. Rare American Composition Whistling Boy by Effanbee in Original Costume
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14” (36 cm.) Composition flanged neck head, sculpted short boyish tousled hair with forelock curl, painted dark blue eyes, dark upper eyeliner, mouth modeled puckered with hole in center lips as though whistling, excelsior-filled cloth body, composition hands. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Effanbee, the doll was pictured in their 1915 catalog. Value Points: pristine flawless original condition of painted face and hair, wearing original costume, the doll is rarely found. The doll has blue ribbon from 1989 UFDC convention. $500/700
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at shoulders and hips; the doll is joined to simple attachment which
Horsman, circa 1914. Value Points: fine original finish is well-
allows the doll to bend forward and back as though propelling the
preserved, with unique hair features, the doll is wearing original red
cart, when pulled along by child in play. Condition: generally excellent.
skirt, white blouse, undergarments, socks and shoes. $300/400
Marks: Irish Mail Kid Trademark Reg...Hill Standard Mfg Co. (and was made by Horsman, with head identical to Our Baby which had
118. American Composition “Cotton Joe” by Horsman
been designed by Helen Trowbridge for Horsman. $400/600
14” (36 cm.) Composition head with flanged neck, brown
other illegible markings, paper label). Comments: circa 1915, the doll
117. American Composition BrownComplexioned Girl by Horsman
complexion and painted black short hair, painted brown sideglancing eyes, closed mouth with suggestion of teeth, cloth body with jointing at shoulders and hips, brown cloth legs and
16” (41 cm.) Composition shoulderhead with brown complexion,
composition hands, wearing original red striped shirt (pants and
black molded and painted side-parted bobbed hair with
shoes not original). Condition: generally excellent. Comments:
attachment pin for hair ribbon, brown painted eyes, closed mouth
Horsman, circa 1912, the doll was presented as “Cotton Joe”,
modeled as though open with painted teeth, brown cloth body
with facial variation from other Horsman examples (see #78);
jointed at shoulders and hips, brown composition lower arms.
this example was presented in Marshall Field 1914 catalog. Value
Condition: generally excellent. Marks: E.I. H. c. 1914. Comments:
Points: well-preserved original finish. $200/300
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120. American Composition Grumpy as Cowboy by Effanbee 13” (33 cm.) Composition shoulderhead with sculpted short curly hair, painted facial features with side-glancing blue eyes and defined “grumpy” expression, firmly stuffed muslin body, composition hands and feet, painted black 120.
shoes. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Effanbee Walk, Talk, Sleep. Comments: Effanbee, the 1930s Grumpy model designed by Ernesto Peruggi for Effanbee. Value Points: wonderful model emphasizing the popularity of cowboy lore during this era, wearing original cotton 119.
119. American Composition Doll by Vogue in Larger Child Size, Original Box
checkered shirt, trousers with suede chaps and brown leather trim and holster, toy pistol, cowboy hat. $400/600 121.
mohair curly wig, jointing at shoulders and hips. Condition:
121. American Composition “Herby” from “Smitty” Comic Strip
generally excellent. Comments: Vogue, circa 1935. Series of child
12” (30 cm.) All-composition with
dolls presented in the early 1930s; the costumes were overseen
socket head on one-piece body, modeled
by Jennie Graves although dolls were commissioned from other
red and black striped cap, side-glancing
firms. Value Points: wearing original costume of red cotton
painted googly eyes, hinged jaw that
flowered skirt over white blouse with attached pants to match
opens and closes from pull-string at back of
skirt, matching bonnet, socks, shoes. Value Points: fine original
head, painted costume and pants. Condition:
state of preservation, original costume, the doll is presented
generally excellent. Comments; “Herby”, the
in original labeled Vogue box with stamped “Linda” and ink
younger brother on the Smitty comic strip
lettered style “Alpine Girl”. $300/400
created in the early 1920s by Walter Berndt;
18” (46 cm.) All-composition, socket head, blue sleep eyes, lashes, dark eyeshadow, open mouth, four teeth, light brown
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the series of comic strip dolls were distributed by Butler Bros. Value Points: most endearing little fellow is seldom found. The doll has a blue ribbon from 1996 UFDC exhibit. $200/300
122. American Composition Wee Patsy as Fairy Princess by Effanbee in Original Case 6” (15 cm.) All-composition with one-piece head and torso, sculpted short bobbed hair, painted large blue eyes, tiny rosebud-shaped closed mouth, jointed arms and slender flapper-era legs, painted
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shoes and socks. Condition: generally excellent doll and costumes, box has some wear. Marks: Effanbee
dark eyeshadow closed mouth, blonde mohair curls, jointing
Wee Patsy. Comments: Effanbee, circa 1935, the doll was marketed
at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent. Marks:
as “Fairy Princess, The Colleen Moore Doll House Doll”. Value
R&B. Comments: Arranbee, the doll was marketed as “Nancy
Points: the doll is presented in original travel case with additional
Lee”, 1949, and is wearing original red velvet skating costume
costumes and details about the Colleen Moore doll house. The doll
with matching blue brimmed hat, blue gloves and panties, white
has blue ribbon award from 2007 UFDC convention. $300/400
laced ice skates; the costume was offered by Arranbee in several
123. American Composition “Nancy Lee” as Skating Girl by Arranbee in Original Box 20” (51 cm.) All-composition, socket head, blue sleep eyes, lashes,
different colors and for different sizes of Nancy Lee. Value Points: superb flawless original condition, with exquisite facial blush and immaculate costume, the doll is preserved in her original labeled box. $400/500
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model is unique from any of the German bisque models. $500/700
125. Rare American Composition Doll “Oo-Gug-Luk, Zulu Lucky Doll” by Amberg 12” (30 cm.) Composition head with ebony black complexion, sculpted short curly hair, painted large white circles around the side-glancing painted eyes and closed mouth, black muslin body with composition lower arms, fleecy wraps at elbows, chest and ankles, shell necklace and colorfully fringed hip sash. Condition: generally excellent, few minor paint flakes on whites. Marks: Oo-Gug-Luk, Zulu Lucky Doll, Trademark by J.W. Long, c. 1915 mfg’d by Louis Amberg & Sons NY. Comments: Amberg, circa 1915, the Charlie Chaplin facial model was used for the
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124. American Composition Character by Horsman from Early Period 22” (56 cm.) Composition shoulderhead, shaded brown hair with delicately swirled curls at the forehead, painted large blue eyes, thick black upper eyeliner, painted lashes, feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth, firmly stuffed cloth body jointed at shoulders and hips, composition lower arms, wearing original jacket and pants. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: E.I. H. 1913. Comments: Horsman, the doll was advertised in October 1913 Playthings magazine, from the series of new character babies introduced by the firm at this time, aiming to supplant the German-made bisque babies which Horsman had also commissioned before beginning their own composition production; this
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doll, although there appears to be no other connection with him. Value Points: an all original doll with labeled costume, unique facial painting, few examples are known to exist of the mystery doll. $500/700
126. American Composition “Sunny Orange Maid” by Amberg Original Costume 15” (38 cm.) Composition shoulderhead, cloth torso and upper limbs, composition lower arms and legs, orange-shaped head, face encircled by an orange-painted cap designed as an orange, including navel point, with floral side bows, painted blue eyes,
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button-shaped nose, closed mouth with bow-shaped lips. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: c. L.A. & S NY DRGM (incised)
127. Label
Germany (blue stamp). Comments: Amberg, circa 1925, the doll was used as a promotional for Mr. Foster’s travel agency of Florida. Value Points: uniquely designed doll, whose details include orange peel texture of the cap, with original orange muslin dress, panties, shoes and socks. $400/500
127. American Composition Bobby Blake and Dolly Dingle by Grace Drayton for Amberg 13” (33 cm.) Each has composition head with flanged neck, modeled hair in bobbed variations, painted blue side-glancing eyes (glancing at each other), tiny nose and closed mouth, cloth body, disc jointing at shoulders and hips, sewn-on striped stockings and shoes. Condition: Bobby is excellent and all-original, Dolly has some scuffing and replaced costume. Marks: copyright 1911 by Louis Amberg & Sons Sole Makers (stamp on bodies). Original Bobby Blake Copyright by Louis Amberg & Son 1910 by special arrangement with the artist and originator GG Wiederseim (original cloth label). Comments: Amberg, circa 1910, from original designs by American artist, Grace Drayton (Wiederseim). Value Points: rare early period composition doll, especially rare to find as Bobby in 126.
finely preserved condition with original tagged costume. $600/900
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129. American Composition “Puppy Pippin” Designed by Grace Drayton for Horsman 10” (25 cm.) Composition head of puppy with sculpted floppy ears and painted facial features, black side-glancing googly eyes, original firmly stuffed velvet body with jointed puppy legs and tail. Condition: very good, some scuffing to complexion. Marks: “Puppy Pippin, Trademark copyright 1911 E.I. Horsman” (cloth tag on dog). Comments: designed by Grace Drayton and produced by Horsman, c. 1911. Value Points: delightful face on the rarely found pup doll. $300/400
130. American Composition “Pussy Pippin” Designed by Grace Drayton for Horsman 12” (30 cm.) Composition head of kitten with sculpted ears and painted facial features, black side-glancing googly eyes, original firmly stuffed plush velvet body with jointed legs and tail. Condition: very good, some light scuffing to complexion. Marks: “Pussy Pippin, Trademark copyright 1911 E.I. Horsman” (cloth tag on dog). Comments: designed by Grace Drayton and produced by Horsman, c. 1911. Value Points: delightful face on the rarely found kitten. $300/400
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128. American Composition “Frisky Fido” Designed by Grace Drayton for Horsman
131. American Composition “Chocolate Drop” Designed by Grace Drayton for Averill 13” (33 cm.) Composition shoulderhead with brown complexion, molded curly black hair with five pin holes for attached black yarn
12” (30 cm.) Composition flanged-neck head of little brown
hair and pink ribbons, painted black side-glancing eyes, tiny closed
puppy with tipped ears, painted brown eyes and mouth, little
mouth, cloth torso and stitch-jointed hips, brown composition arms.
stuck-out tongue, brown cloth body, jointed limbs, wearing
Condition: generally excellent. Marks: G.G. Drayton c. (shoulders)
original polka dot shirt and blue trousers, red felt shoes. Condition: outside edge of right ear missing, some light crazing, light scuffing. Marks: E.I. H c. 1915. Comments: Horsman, 1915, designed by Grace Drayton and marketed as “Frisky Fido”, the dog was described in advertising as having clothes “by the best tailor in Dogville”. Value Points: very rarely found character with most whimsical design. $200/300 129, 130.
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Genuine Madame Hendren doll 814C Made in USA (stamp on body). Comments: Madame Hendren as Averill from original design by Grace Drayton, circa 1925, the doll was marketed as “Chocolate Drop”. Value Points: rare doll retains fine original finish. $400/500
132. American Composition “Dolly Dingle” Designed by Grace Drayton for Averill 13” (33 cm.) Composition shoulderhead, modeled blonde hair in short bobbed style with side curled bangs, painted large blue eyes, dark eyeshadow, painted curly lashes, upturned pug nose, tiny painted smile, defined chin, cloth torso, composition jointed arms and legs, original costume. Condition: generally excellent, hair bow frayed, legs retouched. Marks: G.G. Drayton
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c. Comments: “Dolly Dingle” designed by Grace Drayton for Averill/ Madame Hendren, 1928; the dolls were advertised in 1928 Toys and Novelties as “new sensation in playthings”. Value Points: especially charming facial model with perfectly preserved original finish, original costume. $400/500
133. American Composition “Bobby Dingle” Designed by Grace Drayton for Averill 13” (33 cm.) Composition shoulderhead, modeled light brown hair in side-parted boyish style, painted large brown eyes, dark eyeshadow, painted curly lashes, upturned pug nose, tiny painted smile, defined chin, cloth torso, composition jointed arms and legs, original costume. Condition: generally excellent, some touch-up on limbs. Marks: G.G. Drayton c. Comments: “Bobby Dingle” designed by Grace Drayton for Averill/Madame Hendren, 1928; the doll was advertised in 1928 Toys and Novelties as partner for Dolly Dingle; the dolls could be ordered singly or as a pair. Value Points: wonderful expression with 131.
variations in hair style from Dolly. $400/500
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134. American Composition Character in Original Sailor Costume by Modern Toy 14” (36 cm.) Composition head with flanged neck, sculpted short bobbed hair with defined curls, painted blue side-glancing
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eyes, closed mouth, two lower teeth, cloth body with jointing at shoulders and hips, composition hands. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: M.T. Comments: Modern Toy Co. of Brooklyn, circa 1912. Value Points: fine original finish on the seldom-seen little side-glancing lad with original costume. $200/300
135. American Composition “Baby Butterfly” by Horsman 14” (36 cm.) Composition shoulderhead of plump-cheeked baby with amber-tinted complexion, painted black hair with feathering around the forehead, painted brown eyes, closed mouth, cloth body, composition hands, wearing vintage cotton crepe kimono and purple sash. Condition generally excellent. Marks: E.I.H. c. 1915. Comments: Horsman, circa 1915, the doll was advertised as Baby Butterfly, likely influenced by the popular opera Madame Butterfly that was touring US shortly before. Value Points: 135.
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rarely found character doll with intriguing popular culture connection. $200/300
136. American Composition “Chinkie” with Modeled Red Cap by Horsman 11” (28 cm.) Composition flanged-neck head, painted red cap, painted angled narrow brown eyes, closed mouth with fretful expression, cloth body, composition hands, costume appears original. Condition: excellent retouch to finish. Marks: Copyright by E.I. Horsman 1910 (body). Comments: Horsman, 1911, the doll was advertised in the Horsman 1912 catalog as “Chinkie”. Value Points: very rarely found model with unique painted cap. $200/300
137. Very Rare American Composition Black-Complexioned Character Boy Attributed To Effanbee 21” (53 cm.) Composition shoulderhead with brown complexion and highly characterized features, deeply sculpted black curly hair in boyish fashion, defined ears, painted brown eyes, black brows, closed mouth with fretful expression, cloth body with jointing at shoulders and hips, brown composition hands, in boy’s formal suit. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: attributed to Effanbee, the identical doll in smaller sizes appeared in their 1915 catalog. Value Points: superb state of preservation, and most artistically modeled and painted, few examples are known to exist. $900/1300 137.
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copr (doll). Comments: Effanbee, circa 1937, from the Patsy family of dolls. Value Points: pristine original condition with beautiful complexion and modeling, very beautiful wig with large yellow hair bow, yellow cotton dress with original tag “Effanbee Doll, Finest and Best, Made in USA”, trimmed with smocking and lace, matching undergarments, socks and shoes, rare size. $500/800
139. American Composition “Kiddy Pal Dolly” by Regal in Original Costume 138.
138. American Composition “Marilee” by Effanbee in Especially Beautiful Condition
24” (61 cm.) Composition shoulderhead, green sleep and flirty eyes, open mouth, four teeth, impressed dimples, brunette mohair curly wig, cloth torso and upper legs, composition lower legs and arms. Condition: generally excellent.
30” (76 cm.) Composition shoulderhead, blue sleep eyes, real lashes,
Comments: Regal, late 1920s. Value Points: the doll has
painted lashes and brows, accented eye corners, open mouth, four teeth,
original paper tag “Kiddy Pal Dolly” and is wearing original
brunette human hair in long ringlet curls, muslin torso, composition
pink sheer cotton dress with blue embroidery, undergarments,
arms and legs. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Effanbee Marilee
pink headband, socks, and blue shoes. $200/300
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140. American Composition “Jeannie Walker” by Alexander 14” (36 cm.) All-composition with socket head, brown sleep eyes, real lashes, dark eyeshadow, closed mouth, brunette mohair wig, jointing at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Alexander pat. No 171281. Comments: Alexander, circa 1941, the doll has hinged “walking” legs, marketed as Jeannie Walker. Value Points: hard to find doll, original yellow organdy dress with lace trim, blue sash and matching hair bow, socks, black shoes. $300/400
141. All-Original American Composition Mama Doll with Original Shipping Box and Provenance
excellent. Comments: American, circa 1928, the doll is wearing superb original
24” (61 cm.) Composition shoulderhead, sleep eyes,
green muslin undergarments, socks and aqua shoes. Value Points: pristine
real lashes, open mouth, two molded teeth, tongue,
unplayed with condition, included is original shipping box, and a recited oral
brunette mohair wig in soft curls with aqua silk hair
history of the doll by its original owner, Sally Kraft of Slingerland, New York
bow, cloth body and upper legs, composition lower
who noted “it was a Christmas doll in every sense of the word, for it only came
legs, jointed composition arms. Condition: generally
out at Christmastime, year after year after year”. $400/500
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aqua green satin-like frock with generous lace trim, floral and silk ribbon trim,
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capture public interest tying into the popular teddy bear. Value Points: exceptional detail of hair modeling on most unusual doll. $200/300
143. American Composition “Moving Eye” Girl by Ideal with Painted Boots 15” (38 cm.) Composition head with flanged 142. Profile
neck, modeled short curly hair, sleep eyes, closed mouth with slightly smiling expression,
row of beaded upper teeth, muslin torso and jointed upper limbs, composition lower arms and lower legs with molded and painted ankle boots, wearing original sailor girl costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Ideal, Moving Eyes, Pat. Aug 10, ‘15 (cloth tag on dress). Comments: Ideal, circa 1915. Value Points: rarely found doll with fine original finish, unique “Moving Eyes”,
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142. American Composition Doll in Plush Costume from Early Period 16” (41 cm.) Composition head with molded brown hair with curls and encircling braided coronet, painted blue eyes, closed mouth, mohair plush body designed to appear as tunic, jointed arms and legs, black leatherette belt. Condition: head excellent with minor scuffing, mohair worn. Marks: H.B.P. Comments: circa 1910, the doll aimed to 143. Label
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costume with original label. The doll has blue ribbon awards from 1994 and 1996 UFDC conventions. $200/300
144. American Composition BrownComplexioned “Panama Kid” by Horsman 11” (28 cm.) Composition head with flanged neck, brown complexion, painted black hair with forelock curls,
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painted brown side-glancing eyes, pug nose, impish smile, very firm cloth torso, brown composition jointed arms and legs, original toddler suit. Condition: generally excellent, few very faint lines on face, flake on finish of back right leg. Comments: Horsman, a series of dolls with Peterkins face were offered by Horsman in 1915 Playthings magazine, either with glass eyes or painted eyes and hair; and each with particular name, this example being “The
145.
Panama Kid, the boy that dug the ditch, a charming little brown-skinned youngster from the land of the big canal”. $200/300
145. Very Rare American Composition Doll “U-Shab-Ti” by Averill 19” (48 cm.) Brown composition head with Effanbee-modified shoulderhead, molded short black curly hair, painted brown eyes, closed mouth with painted teeth, smiling expression, brown muslin cloth body with stitch jointing at shoulders and hips, composition hands. Condition: generally excellent, replacement sandals and sash, retouch to finish. Comments: Averill, 1923, the doll was named “U-Shab-Ti” (King Tut), and was released just after the momentous discovery of King Tut’s Tomb; according to Ursula Mertz’s book, Collector’s Encyclopedia of American Composition dolls, Volume II, page 112, the doll was rushed to production in order to capture the public excitement about this and, hence, the unusual modified shoulderplate. Value Points: extremely rare doll, wearing original costume including head garb. The doll has a blue ribbon from 2004 UFDC convention. $300/400 144.
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Playmate Doll, George Borgfeldt New York”, the doll was commissioned from Acme Toy by Borgfeldt, circa 1935, in an effort to infringe upon the popular Patsy doll. Value Points: pristine unplayed with condition, beautiful complexion, wearing original red patterned cotton shirt with attached yellow shorts, socks, shoes, and in original box. $400/500
147. American Composition “Sweetheart” Designed by Ernesto Peruggi for Horsman 24” (61 cm.) All-composition with slender heart-shaped face and elongated body, socket head, dreamy blue sleep eyes, real lashes, painted lashes, feathered brows, open mouth, four open teeth, brunette mohair wig, five-piece slender body jointed at shoulders and hips, original brown cotton dress with white Peter Pan collar, original pink nylon satin slip and panties, black laced shoes, socks. Condition: generally excellent, some delicate retouch. Comments: Horsman, designed by Ernesto Peruggi, the doll was marketed as “Sweetheart”, 1938, a young teenage girl. Value Points: the artist-designed doll with slender face and elongated limbs perfectly captures the concept of the young adult. The doll has a President’s Choice award at the 1999 UFDC convention. $500/700
148. American Composition Big Sister “Sweetheart” Designed by Ernesto Peruggi for Horsman 28” (71 cm.) All-composition with slender heart-shaped face and elongated body, socket head, dreamy blue sleep eyes, real lashes, painted lashes, feathered brows, open mouth, four open teeth, brunette mohair wig, five-piece slender body jointed at shoulders and hips, original brown cotton dress with white Peter Pan collar, original pink nylon satin slip and panties, black laced shoes, socks. Condition: generally excellent, some delicate retouch. Comments:
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146. American Composition Patsy Look-Alike Doll by Acme Toy in Original Box
Horsman, designed by Ernesto Peruggi, the doll 146. Label
was marketed as “Sweetheart”, 1938, designed to represent “a young girl between the ages of ten
16” (41 cm.) All-composition with socket head, brown sleep eyes,
and sixteen”, according to the company. Value Points:
real lashes, molded and painted short brown bobbed hair, jointing
beautiful and rare doll of which few examples are known,
at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Acme
with original costume. The doll has a blue ribbon from
Toy Co (doll). Comments: presented in original box labeled “My
2008 DCA annual meeting. $500/700
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149. American Composition “Godey Lady” from Early Portrait Series by Alexander 21” (53 cm.) All-composition with socket head, brown sleep eyes, grey eyeshadow, brushstroked brows, unusual painting of lashes, closed mouth with very full outlined lips, blonde mohair hair in elaborate coiffure, jointing at shoulders and hips with slender limbs, wearing original pale rose taffeta and lace gown (zipper back and metal bosom shapes) with three tiers of taffeta faille ruffles at the lower skirt which are gathered into a draped cluster at the back, with a garland of white roses across the waist, white cotton matching petticoat and panties, stockings and black shoes with burgundy silk ankle ties, and petite woven bonnet designed to sit atop her head, with upturned back brim and clusters of white roses, and rose silk reticule. Condition: very faint surface lines on face, some spotting on petticoat, few wear spots in lace of gown and few faint spots on skirt tiers, overall the costume is beautiful. Comments: Madame Alexander, 1946, the Godey Lady model from her Portrait Series. $1100/1300
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150. Rare American Composition “Antoinette” from Early Portrait Series by Alexander 21” (53 cm.) All-composition with socket head, blue sleep eyes, real lashes, three painted lashes at outer corner of each eye, painted blue/grey eyelids and eyeshadow, closed mouth, two beauty marks, white mohair wig in very elaborate upswept curls with applied leaves and bow, attached earrings, slender slightly shaped torso, jointing at shoulders and hips, elongated legs, wearing original costume in the 18th century style comprising yellow silk faille gown (zipper back) with inset bosom, heart-shaped bodice with gilt metallic edging, ruffled lace sous-sleeves, rose cotton underskirt with ruffled lace edging, and rich overall decorations of gilt metallic rick-rack, bows, silk flowers and leaves, pantalets with cutwork ruffles, coral stockings, yellow bowfront shoes, faux-diamond ring. Condition: original finish with light lines on face, right leg has repair at knee, unique wig and costume are excellent, hands retouched. Comments: Madame Alexander, 1946, from her Portrait Series of that year, the doll was presented as Antoinette of the 18th century French court. Value Points: perhaps the rarest of the portrait series, this example especially so in magnificent variation of gown color and decorations which are all original and matching flowers in ornate coiffure. The doll has a blue ribbon from 1995 UFDC convention. $1800/2400 150.
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151. American Composition “Colonial Prosperity Lady” from Historical Series by Effanbee
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woman in 1711 era costume, from the firm’s Historical Series. Value Points: beautiful original condition with flawless complexion and crisp fresh costume, original wrist bracelet, presented in
14” (36 cm.) All-composition, socket head, painted blue shaded
original box with original Effanbee brochure. The doll has a blue
and outlined eyes with fringed lashes, closed mouth, brunette
ribbon from 1987 UFDC convention. $600/800
human hair mohair wig in original period-style coiffure, jointing at with front lacing and set-in front panel, original undergarments,
152. American Composition “Pre-Revolutionary Lady” from Historical Series by Effanbee
socks and shoes. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Effanbee
14” (36 cm.) All-composition, socket head, painted blue
Anne Shirley. Comments: Effanbee, 1939, from doll representing
shaded and outlined eyes with fringed lashes, closed mouth,
shoulders and hips, wearing original floral patterned cotton gown
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grey mohair wig in original period-style coiffure, jointing at
the model represents Pre-Revolutionary Lady. Value Points:
shoulders and hips, wearing original ecru cotton sateen gown
pristine condition of the lovely doll with unique wig and
with lace trim in the manner of mid-1700s, with front closure
superbly detailed costume, original heart bracelet. Included
hooks, demi-train, original undergarments, socks and shoes.
is the book The Elegance of Effanbee by Nancy Carlson with
Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Effanbee Anne Shirley.
personal autograph at the front “To Ursula, a kindred spirit...”.
Comments: Effanbee, 1939, from the firm’s Historical Series,
$600/800
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expression, cloth body jointed at shoulders and hips, composition hands, original costume. Condition: generally excellent, finish worn on right arm. Comments: Amberg, 1916. Value Points: rarely found early model with fine facial painting, companion to following lot. $200/300
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153. Pair, American Composition “Peterkin” Twins as Native American Boy and Girl by Horsman 13” (33 cm.) Each has composition head with flanged neck, ambertinted complexion, black-painted hair in side-parted bob with forelock curl, painted brown eyes, closed mouth with impish smile, cloth torso, composition arms and legs. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: E.I.H. c.Inc. Comments: Horsman, from their Peterkin series of 1929. Value Points: rare to find especially as pair, each wearing original costume and moccasins, the girl with original cloth tag on costume. $400/500
154. American Composition Skookum Woman by Amberg 13” (33 cm.) Composition head with flanged neck, siennapainted complexion, black-painted hair with little tied braids at sides of face, hole at crown for insertion of feather, painted black side-glancing eyes, closed mouth with smiling
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presented in original labeled box. The doll has blue ribbon from 1987 UFDC convention. $400/500
156. American Composition Jack and Jill in Original Presentation Box by Arranbee 8 ½” (22 cm.) Each is all-composition with socket head, sculpted short curly brown hair, painted blue eyes, closed mouth with hint of smile, jointing at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: R&B. Comments: Arranbee, circa 1930 from a series of other nursery rhyme dolls in similar presentations. Value Points: depicted are Jack and Jill in original costumes, with red wooden bucket, in original colorful box with nursery rhyme drawings and poem on the inside lids. The dolls have blue ribbon awards from 2001 and 2012 UFDC convention. $300/400
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155. American Composition “Skookum, The Bully Kiddo” by Amberg, Early Promotional Doll, Original Box 14” (36 cm.) Composition head with flanged neck, siennapainted complexion, black-painted hair with little tied braids at sides of face, hole at crown for insertion of feather, painted black side-glancing eyes, closed mouth with wide beaming smiling expression, cloth body jointed at shoulders and hips, composition hands, original costume. Condition: generally excellent, small tear in blue pants. Comments: Amberg, 1916, the doll was presented as “Skookum, the Bully Kiddo”, designed as a promotional doll for Skookum apples from the Northwest Fruit Exchange. Value Points: pristine original condition with delightful expression, 156.
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Value Points: pristine unplayed with condition, the doll has original lavender taffeta costume with pink embroidery, undergarments, hair ribbon, shoes and socks, original hang tag “A Genuine Horsman Art Doll” and is presented in original labeled box. $200/300
158. American Composition “Scootles” Designed by Rose O’Neill by Cameo in Original Box 8” (20 cm.) Composition socket head with sculpted brown curly hair, painted side-glancing googly style eyes, pug nose, 157.
157. American Composition Doll by Horsman in Original Box
dimpled cheeks, impish smile, five-piece chubby toddler body with unusual four-finger hands, wearing original pink cotton romper suit, shoes and socks. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Scootles Des, & copr by Rose O’Neill, man’f by
19” (48 cm.) Composition swivel head on composition shoulderplate,
Cameo Doll Co, Port Allegheny, Pa. (cloth tag on costume).
brown sleep eyes, real lashes, dark eyeshadow, open mouth, row of
Comments: Scootles, designed by Rose O’Neill, made by
tiny porcelain teeth, blushed cheeks, brunette mohair wig in soft curls,
Cameo, circa 1935. Value Points: rare small size in superb
cloth torso and upper legs, composition lower legs and jointed arms.
original condition, original labeled costume, original paper tag
Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Horsman, late 1920s.
and labeled box. $300/400
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159. American Composition “Carrie Joy” by Horsman in Original Box 20” (51 cm.) Composition head with flanged neck, green sleep eyes, closed mouth with row of painted teeth, brunette mohair curly wig, cloth torso, upper arms and legs, composition lower arms. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Ideal, 1920s, the doll has original paper label “Carrie Joy” with Ideal labeling. Value Points: pristine flawless original condition, original pink organdy dress and undergarments, bonnet, socks and shoes, with original label and preserved in original box. The doll has blue ribbon from 2007 UFDC convention. $300/400
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160. American Composition “Rosemary” by Effanbee with Rare Auburn Hair in Original Box 18” (46 cm.) Composition shoulderhead, brown sleep eyes, real lashes, open mouth, row of teeth, impressed dimples at lip corners, auburn human hair, cloth torso, jointed composition arms and legs. Marks: Effanbee Rosemary Walk/Talk/ Sleep (head). Comments: Effanbee, circa 1930. Value Points: pristine near mint condition, the doll has beautiful complexion, rare auburn hair (stamped auburn on box), wearing original yellow organdy dress tagged Effanbee, undergarments, hair ribbon, yellow trimmed socks, shoes, original Effanbee pin, original labeled box. $400/500 159.
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161. American Composition Dolls “Mother and Me” by Alexander with Six Matching Costumes in Original Suitcase 9” (23 cm.) and 14”. Each has composition socket head, jointing at shoulders and hips, closed mouth, mohair wig, the larger doll with sleep eyes, the small doll with painted eyes. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Alexander, 1930s, the set includes Wendy as mother, and Wendy-Ann as daughter. Value Points: the dolls are wearing matching Alexander tagged ensembles and included are five additional matching tagged Alexander ensembles including party dresses, play dresses, robes,
playsuit, and more. An article by Ursula Mertz about this set appeared in Feb, 1985 Doll Reader. $400/500
162. American Composition Flirty-Eyed Doll by Mystery Maker 16” (41 cm.) Composition head with flanged neck, dark glass eyes that twinkle flirt side-to-side, painted side lashes, button-shaped nose, closed mouth with impish smile, brunette human bobbed hair, cloth body, jointed composition limbs, molded and painted black ankle shoes, nicely costumed (not original). Comments: mystery maker, circa 1930. Value Points: amusing expression, well162.
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functioning flirty eyes, molded ankle shoes. $150/250
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163. American Composition Girl in Original Woolen Coat and Hat by Vogue 19” (48 cm.) All-composition with socket head, brown sleep eyes, open mouth, row of teeth, brunette mohair wig, jointing at shoulders and hips, wearing original woolen coat with red felt flannel accents, matching cap, red shoes, linen dress with attached panties. Condition: generally excellent, some spotting on dress. Comments: Vogue, circa 1930. Value Points: rare series of larger child dolls by the firm, produced for a very short time only. $300/400
164. American Composition Glass-Eyed Child Doll by Jessie McCutcheon Raleigh
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mohair wig, firmly stuffed cloth body with slender elongated limbs, composition lower arms, nicely costumed (not original). Condition: some retouch to face, finish worn on hands. Comments: Jessie McCutcheon
24” (61 cm.) Composition shoulderhead, brown sleep
Raleigh, 1920. Value Points: rare glass-eyed model from her long-lived
eyes, closed mouth with row of painted teeth, brunette
Chicago studio firm. $400/600
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the doll bears resemblance to German art character dolls of the era. Value Points: seldom found doll, wearing original cotton flannel baseball uniform and cap, sewn-on striped stockings and black shoes. The doll has a blue ribbon from 2001 UFDC convention. $200/300
166. American Composition Side-Glancing Character by Mystery Maker 14” (36 cm.) Composition head with flanged neck, molded and painted bobbed hair with forehead curl, painted side-glancing googly-like eyes, chubby cheeks, closed mouth, cloth body with jointing at shoulders and hips, composition hands, wearing original costume. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: maker unknown, circa 1910, the doll resembles the Grace Drayton characters whose market the maker surely sought to capture. Value Points: rare model with original finish, original costume. $200/300
166.1. American Composition Walking Elephant by NOMA 11” (28 cm.) Modeled composition elephant with defined modeling of large ears and curled trunk, with painted circus blanket, jointed limbs; when pulled along, the elephant waddles forward in an amusing manner.
165. American Composition Boy as Baseball Player by Ideal, Early Period
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11” (28 cm.) Composition head with flanged neck, painted brown hair, painted blue eyes, closed mouth, cloth torso and jointed legs, jointed cloth upper arms, composition lower arms. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Ideal, circa 1912,
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Condition: generally excellent, few minor scuffs. Comments: American, NOMA, 1930s. $200/300
167. American Composition BrownComplexioned Character by Madame Hendren 14” (36 cm.) Composition shoulderhead with brown complexion, black-painted hair, brown eyes, closed mouth modeled as open with two rows of painted teeth and laughing expression, cloth body, composition arms jointed at shoulders, costume may be original. Condition: some retouch to finish. Marks: Madame Hendren. Comments: Averill/Madame Hendren, circa 1927, the facial model of Baby Snookums from The Newlyweds film of the earlier comic strip, used for rare brown-complexioned variation. Value Points: wonderful detail of facial modeling with distinctive expression. $200/300
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168. American Brown-Complexioned Composition “Aunt Dinah” by Effanbee, Early Period 15” (38 cm.) Composition head with flanged neck, rich brown complexion, black sculpted curly hair, petulant expression, closed mouth, brown eyes, cloth body with stitched striped stockings and black shoes, composition hands, antique costume. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Effanbee, the doll is shown in 1915 Effanbee catalog as model #1129 Aunt Dinah. Value Points: very rare doll, with very fine original painting, the doll has the classic Grumpy face. $400/500 167.
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169. American Composition BrownComplexioned “Patsy Jr” by Effanbee 11” (28 cm.) All-composition with brown complexion, black-painted bobbed hair with three applied braids, socket head, five-piece body with jointing at shoulders and hips, painted facial features, brown sideglancing painted eyes, little bowshaped lips. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Effanbee Patsy Jr. Doll. Comments: Effanbee, circa 1935. Value Points: pristine state, the doll is wearing original costume. The doll has a blue ribbon from 1997 UFDC event. $400/500 171. 170. American Composition “Patsy Jr” by Effanbee with Original Costumes
11” (28 cm.) All-composition with socket head, five-piece body with jointing at shoulders and hips, sculpted short bobbed hair and painted facial features, brown side-glancing painted eyes, little bow-shaped lips. Condition: generally excellent. 169.
Marks: Effanbee Patsy Jr. Doll. Comments: Effanbee, circa 1935. Value Points: pristine state, wearing original striped play suit with matching cap and bag, and along with four additional costumes. $300/400
171. American Composition “Baby Tinyette” in Original Costume and Box 8” (20 cm.) Allcomposition with solid domed socket head, painted short brown curly hair, painted blue side-glancing eyes, bowshaped closed mouth, jointing at shoulders and 170.
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hips. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Effanbee Baby Tinyette. Comments: Effanbee, circa 1935. Value Points: wonderful original condition, wearing crisp fresh original costume and presented in original box. The doll has blue ribbon from 1993 DCA convention. $200/300
172. American Composition “Patsy Jr” by Effanbee in Easter Ensemble 11” (28 cm.) All-composition with socket head, five-piece body with jointing at shoulders and hips, sculpted short bobbed hair and painted facial features, brown side-glancing painted eyes, little bow-shaped lips. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Effanbee Patsy Jr. Doll. Comments: Effanbee, circa 1935. Value Points: pristine state, wearing original pale green organdy dress, flannel bonnet cap 173.
with bunny ears, undies, socks and shoes, and with extra bonnet. The doll is shown on the back cover of Collector’s
short brown hair in bobbed fashion with bangs, sleep eyes, real lashes,
Encyclopedia of Composition Dolls, Volume II by Ursula
painted features, rounded nose, closed mouth with bow-shaped lips, five-
Mertz. $300/400
piece composition body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Effanbee
173. American Composition “Patsy Lou” by Effanbee in Original Box 22” (56 cm.) All-composition with socket head, sculpted
Patsy Lou. Comments: Effanbee, 1930s. Value Points: the rarer sleep-eyed large model is wearing original pale rose organdy dress with matching undergarments and bonnet, shoes and socks and is presented in original labeled box. $500/700
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176. Trio of American Composition Plush-Bodied Dolls 14” (36 cm.) Each has composition head with flanged neck, modeled blonde short curly hair, painted blue eyes, closed mouth, cloth body with stitchedon colorful mohair plush curly cover, and contrasting plush boots and mittens. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: American, 1929 article in Playthings attributed the doll to Reiner Mfg. Co. Value Points: delightful plush-bodied dolls in vibrant colors. $300/400
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175. Rare American Composition “Wonder Doll” by Paul Averill
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177. Rare American Composition Walking Doll “Kanko” by Albert Kahn & Co. 16” (41 cm.)
28” (71 cm.) Composition shoulderhead,
Composition
molded short curly blonde hair, painted
shoulderhead, blue
blue eyes, closed mouth, cloth body,
tin sleep eyes, open
composition lower arms and legs. Condition: fine professional
mouth, brunette
restoration of head. Marks: P.A. (head) (illegible markings on body). Comments: Paul Averill, whose
mohair bobbed wig,
production lasted only two years, 1920-1922, the doll was marketed as the “Wonder Walking Doll”, presuming
cloth torso, upper
the “walking” would require a person to hold the dolls arms upright while guiding its walk; the public seemed
arms and legs, unique
to find “walking” a bit unclear, so the firm issued many ads showing photographs of a person aiding the
hinged mechanism at
“walking”. Value Points: very rare doll is well structurally preserved. $300/400
hips creating a unique
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walking concept. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: T.T. (doll) Kanko walking doll Mfd by Albert Kahn, N.Y. Pat. Pend (underside of walking mechanism). Comments: Albert Kahn, the company operated 1920-1927. Value Points: very rare doll in fine unplayed with condition, with all original costume and bonnet. $300/400
178. Rare American Composition “Billy Boy Wonder Doll” in Original Costume by Paul Averill 26” (66 cm.) Composition shoulderhead, molded short brown hair, painted blue
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eyes with defined threading in eye, dimpled chin and cheeks, closed mouth, cloth body, composition lower arms and legs. Condition: generally excellent, some light retouch, facial finish original. Marks: P.A. (head) (illegible markings on body). Comments: Paul Averill, 1920-1922, the doll was marketed as the “Wonder Walking Doll”, this example is “Billy Boy” as shown
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in 1922 Playthings ad. Value Points: very rare doll wearing original costume including romper suit, bonnet, shoes and socks, and has original Madame Hendren medallion. $400/500 177.
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180. American Composition “Creeping Baby” by Sayco with Original Label 16” (41 cm.) Composition head with flange neck, painted blonde baby hair, modeled features to portray worried child, painted blue eyes, frowning expression, closed mouth, cloth body and composition arms and legs posed as though crawling, designed to be pulled along, wearing original romper suit. Condition: generally excellent, slight touch-up on hair. Marks: Creeping Baby Sayco, Patent Applied For (original paper label). Comments: Sayco (Schoen & Yondorf ), the doll was advertised in Playthings in 1925-1926. Value Points: seldom found charming doll, the label notes “I’m not so helpless any more. Just watch me creep along the floor...”. $200/300
181. American Composition Toddler in Original Costume by Horsman 14” (36 cm.) Composition shoulderhead, sleep eyes, real lashes, closed mouth, very plump rosy cheeks, blonde mohair bobbed wig, cloth body and jointed upper legs, composition lower legs and jointed arms, wearing original pink cotton organdy dress with tatting trim, matching bonnet, undergarments, socks and shoes. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: E.I. Horsman Co Inc (head) (costume also tagged Horsman). Comments:
179. Rare American Composition Doll “My Darling” by Goodyear in Original Labeled Box
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10” (25 cm.) Composition head with flanged neck, lightly tinted baby hair, painted blue eyes, closed mouth, softly stuffed cloth torso, jointed composition arms and legs. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Goodyear Product (original paper label on lid interior). Comments: Goodyear Co., circa 1920, the firm advertised that their designer was Madame Blanche. Value Points: pristine original condition, the rare doll wears original costume including bib embroidered “My Darling” and is presented in original pillowed box with maker’s label. $300/400
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Horsman, circa 1915. Value Points: beautiful rosy complexion, soft original wig, original costume. The doll has blue ribbons from 2000 and 2007 doll conventions. $200/300
182. American Composition Grumpy Toddler by Effanbee in Rare Size 26” (66 cm.) Composition shoulderhead, molded curly blonde hair with forelock curls, highly defined fretful expression with frown lines and petulant closed lips, painted blue side-glancing eyes, cloth torso, composition jointed arms and toddler legs, cotton romper suit (not original). Condition: 182.
generally excellent. Marks: Effanbee Babu Grumpy Dolls Walk Talk Sleep (shoulders) Effanbee (arms).
maker Gebruder Heubach. Value Points: rare doll with outstanding sculpting,
Comments: Effanbee, 1815, the doll was inspired by
especially rare in this large size. The doll has a blue ribbon from 1995 UFDC
the original identical model created by German doll
convention. $400/500
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183. American Composition “Bright Star” by Horsman in Elegant Gown
184. American Composition Little Lady by Effanbee with Musical “Happy Birthday” in Original Box 18” (46 cm.) Composition socket head, brown sleep eyes, real lashes, closed mouth, dark blonde mohair wig with
20” (51 cm.) Composition socket head, brown sleep eyes, real
bangs and curls, jointing at shoulders and hips, with music
lashes, open mouth, four teeth, brunette mohair curly wig with
box in torso which, when wound, plays “Happy Birthday”.
original barrettes, jointing at shoulders and hips. Condition:
Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Effanbee Anne
generally excellent. Comments: Horsman, their “Bright Star”, mid-
Shirley. Comments: Effanbee, circa 1940. Value Points:
1930s. Value Points: pristine condition, the doll is wearing original
fine original condition, presented in original box, the doll
crisp pink floor-length 1880s style gown with tiny flocked dots,
is wearing coral velvet party dress with tatting trim and
lace trim, magenta velvet bows and sash, original undergarments,
matching bonnet, with original undergarments, socks and
socks and shoes, and wide-brimmed bonnet. $400/500
shoes, musical “Happy Birthday” tune. $400/500
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185. American Composition Child in Flowered School Dress by Ideal
186. American Composition Little Lady by Effanbee in Original Box 18” (46 cm.) Composition socket head, blue sleep eyes, real
20” (51 cm.) Composition socket head, blue sleep eyes, real lashes,
lashes, closed mouth, brunette mohair wig in soft curls, jointing at
closed mouth, brunette mohair wig in long braids and curly bangs,
shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Effanbee
jointing at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent.
USA. Comments: Effanbee, circa 1938. Value Points: pristine
Comments: Ideal, 1930s. Value Points: pristine unplayed with
unplayed with condition, with original Little Lady tag and in box
condition, wearing original pink flower-print school dress with
labeled Little Lady, Model 633, the doll is wearing original blue and
attached panties, organdy pinafore, socks, shoes and woven bonnet
white checkered school dress with attached panties, white organdy
with floral trim. $200/300
petticoat, socks, shoes, and blue woven bonnet. $400/500
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of preservation of the felt-costumed dolls is remarkable, preceding the felt-costumed Lenci doll by a decade. $400/500
188. American Composition BrownComplexioned Campbell Kid by Horsman, Original Averill Costume 13” (33 cm.) Composition head with flanged neck, brown complexion, molded black hair in bobbed fashion with
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187. Pair, American Composition Dolls as Native Americans in Original Madame Hendren Felt Costumes 19” (48 cm.) Composition head with flanged neck, painted sienna complexion, painted brown eyes, closed mouth, black mohair wig in braids, muslin body, jointed at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent, some light retouch. Marks: (clover symbol enclosing RFL letters). Comments: Averill (Madame Hendren), circa 1916, from her exceptional line of vibrant felt-costumed characters. Value Points: wearing original felt costumes with fringed and beaded detailing, the colors and superb state
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side-part, painted black side-glancing eyes, button nose, closed mouth, muslin body, jointing at shoulders and hips, brown composition hands. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Madame Hendren character doll (cloth tag). Comments: Averill (Madame Hendren), circa 1915, from her series of felt-costumed dolls, with original Grace Drayton designed doll. Value Points: rare and original doll, flawless complexion, vibrant original costume. $200/300
189. Pair, American Composition Dutch Boy and Girl by Averill in Original Felt Costumes 11” (28 cm.) Each with composition head with flanged neck, sculpted short brown curly hair, painted sideglancing eyes, closed mouth, muslin body with stitch jointing. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Averill (Madame Hendren), 1915. Value Points: the matched pair are wearing original Dutch costumes of vibrant and colorful felt. $300/400
190. American Composition Doll by Royal Toy in Original Averill Felt Costume
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20” (51 cm.) Composition head with sculpted light brown hair, painted blue eyes, closed mouth with two beaded upper teeth, cloth body jointed at shoulders and hips, composition hands. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: RT. Comments: Averill (Madame Hendren), circa 1913, her felt Dutch boy costume on commissioned doll from Royal Toy. Value Points: fine original condition, wearing 189.
original vibrant and well-preserved felt Dutch costume. $100/200
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191. American Composition Character Girl with Ribbon Loop in Hair by Modern Toy of Brooklyn
193. American Composition “Cracker Jack” Doll by Ideal
10” (25 cm.)
neck, sculpted
Composition
short curly
head with flanged
brown boyish
22” (56 cm.) Composition head with flanged
neck, sculpted
hair, modeled 193. Face
short brown hair 191. Face
in deeply defined
ears, painted
blue eyes in deeply set sockets, black
soft curls with loop at the side for insertion of hair ribbon, painted
upper eyeliner, closed mouth in
blue eyes, closed mouth, cloth body with jointing at shoulders and
beaming smile with two modeled
hips, composition hands, nicely costumed. Condition: generally
upper teeth, impressed dimples,
excellent. Marks: M.T.C. Comments: Modern Toy of Brooklyn,
cloth body, jointed at shoulders
circa 1915. Value Points: rarely found early character doll with
and hips, composition hands.
wonderfully modeled hair, fine original finish. $300/400
Condition: generally excellent.
192. American Composition Toddler from Early Period with Distinctive Expression
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Comments: American circa 1917, attributed to
Ideal, the doll appears to be the “Cracker Jack” doll, promoted in conjunction with Cracker Jack candy in celebration of Ideal’s 1917 anniversary. $200/300
head with
194. Petite American Composition Character with Eager Expression by Mystery Maker, Early Period
flanged neck,
11” (28 cm.) Composition
sculpted and
head with flanged neck,
painted blonde
sculpted short brown
22” (56 cm.) Composition
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Marks: 27 (large raised letters).
hair with deeply sculpted curls, well-modeled ears, painted blue
curly hair with forelock
eyes, black upper eyeliner, closed mouth, chubby cheeks, dimpled
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and side curls, very full
chin, excelsior-filled muslin body with jointing at shoulders and
cheeks, painted blue eyes, little pointy nose, closed smiling mouth
hips, composition hands. Condition: generally excellent, nose rub.
with double row of tiny painted teeth, excelsior-filled muslin
Comments: American, circa 1912, mystery maker. Value Points:
body, composition hands, simple cotton dress (may be original).
highly characterized painted eye character concurrent with the era
Condition: generally excellent. Comments: circa 1910, among the
of German art characters, original finish, original costume. The
first original art offerings of American doll makers. Value Points:
doll has a blue ribbon from 1990 UFDC convention. $200/300
exceptional detail of characterization, original finish. $200/300
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195. Complete Set of “Gulliver’s Travel Characters” by Ideal 10”-20” (51 cm.) The complete set of composition dolls includes 20” Deanna Durbin with black mohair wig, painted brown eyes, smiling expression, row of teeth, jointing at shoulders and hips and wearing original costume; 11” Prince David and Princess Glory with painted features, mohair wigs and original costumes; 13” King Little with unique character features, painted costume, wooden crown and woodensegmented limbs, original label; and 10” Gabby with modeled and painted features including thick brows, big nose, scowling expression, painted costume and woodensegmented limbs. Condition: very good/excellent, all original finish and costuming on each. Marks: (each marked appropriately). Comments: Ideal, 1929, the leading characters of the just-released and highly promoted Paramount film “Gulliver’s Travels”, were presented by Ideal, available singly or as a set. Value Points: very rare complete set of dolls with original costumes and painting. $1200/1500 195.
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fine needlework trim, matching bonnet, original undergarments, socks and shoes, and with original tag “Flossie Flirt”. $400/500
197. American Composition Doll by Uneeda in Original Box 12” (30 cm.) Composition 196. Ad
swivel head, molded and painted short brown curly
hair, blue sleep eyes, real lashes, closed mouth, composition toddler body jointed at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Uneeda Doll, early 1930s. Value Points: pristine unplayed with condition, wearing original coral cotton dress and matching bonnet,
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196. American Composition “Flossie Flirt” by Ideal as Promotional Doll for Needlecraft Magazine 19” (48 cm.) Composition head with flanged neck, sleep and flirting eyes, closed mouth with painted teeth, brunette bobbed wig, cloth torso and upper limbs, composition lower limbs. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Ideal. Comments: Ideal, 1929, with flirty eyes, the doll was offered as a promotional for Needlecraft Magazine; the magazine offered a free doll for every eight subscriptions sold. Value Points: pristine original condition, flirty eyes, original costume with especially 197.
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undergarments, shoes and socks, with original tab “Uneeda Doll” and presented in original labeled box for “Uneeda Doll, Beauty, Quality”. $200/300
198. American Composition “Baby Blink ‘Em” by Averill (Madame Hendren) in Original Box 19” (48 cm.) Composition head with flanged neck, molded painted blonde hair with forelock curl, sleep eyes, real lashes, open mouth, two upper and two lower teeth, cloth torso and upper limbs, composition lower limbs. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Madame Hendren (head). Comments: Madame Hendren, late 1920s, the eyes open and close in ordinary manner, but can also be controlled to blink rapidly by pushing button at back of head. Value Points: pristine original unplayed with condition, wearing original costume with embroidered bib “Baby Hendren”, original paper label “Baby Blink’em, Madame Hendren, pat. applied for” with instructions, and original labeled box. $400/500
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199. American Composition “Rosebud” by Horsman with Original Labeled Costume 19” (48 cm.) Composition head with flanged neck, blue sleep eyes, real lashes, open mouth, four upper teeth, dimpled cheeks, brunette human hair in long curls, muslin torso and jointed upper legs, composition arms and lower legs. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: E.I.H. Co., Inc. Comments: Horsman, late 1920s. Value Points: pristine all-original doll, wearing rose sheer organdy dress with lavish lace dress and embroidery, matching bonnet, original undergarments, shoes and socks; the dress has original label “Rosebud”. $300/400 198.
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Shirley Temple doll market which it closely copied. Value Points: rare doll in pristine condition of original painting, wig, original costume and original celluloid pin “Miss Charming”. $400/500
201. American Composition “Madelaine” by Alexander 12” (30 cm.) Composition socket head, brown sleep eyes, real lashes, painted lower lashes, smoky eyeshadow, closed mouth, blonde human hair in ringlet curls, five-piece composition body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Mme. Alexander (doll) “Madelaine”, Madame Alexander N.Y. USA (costume). Comments: Alexander, circa 1938. Value Points: pristine unplayed with condition, the doll has gorgeous complexion, coiffure, original flowered cotton gown, hooped petticoat, pantalets, shoes and socks. $200/300
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200. American Composition “Miss Charming” by Goldberger 20” (51 cm.) Composition socket head, sleep eyes, real lashes, open mouth, row of teeth, blonde mohair wig in soft ringlet curls, composition body, jointing at shoulders, hip “walking” jointing. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Goldberger, circa 1936, the doll, turns her head side to side when legs “walk”, and was designed to capture the popular
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202. American Composition Shirley Temple as “Little Colonel” by Ideal in Original Trunk with Costumes
portrait doll of the child film star, 1935. Value Points: very fine unplayed with condition, wearing original Little Colonel ensemble with Reliable Shirley Temple tag, and presented in original trunk
18” (46 cm.) Composition socket head, sleep eyes, real lashes, open
that is decorated with numerous stickers of her movies, along with
mouth, six teeth, blonde mohair wig in ringlet curls, composition
six additional vintage costumes, unmarked but likely Molly-e,
body jointed at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent.
and accessories. The doll has 2006 and 2008 blue ribbon awards.
Marks: Shirley Temple Ideal c. N&T Co. Comments: Ideal,
$800/1100
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203. American Composition Bed Doll in Lavish Yellow Costume
204. American Composition Bed Doll in Brilliant Orange and Lace Ensemble
28” (71 cm.) Composition shoulderhead on cloth body with
28” (71 cm.) Composition head with theatrically painted facial features,
extended cloth legs, painted facial features, brown eyes with dark
blue eyes with rich eyeshadow, real lashes, closed mouth, beauty spot,
eyeshadow, real lashes, closed mouth, long blonde mohair wig
blonde mohair curls under fitted cap to match gown, cloth body with
in arranged curls. Condition: generally excellent. Comments:
elongated limbs, painted black heels. Condition: generally excellent.
American, 1920s. Value Points: exceptional original costume
Comments: American, 1920s. Value Points: pristine original condition
in vibrant colors crisply preserved, with lavish lace trim and
emphasizes the elaborately deliberate luxury of the doll with pale orange
matching bonnet, stiffened petticoat, painted shoes. $200/400
nylon silk gown overlaid with lace, elaborate bodice. $300/400
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205. American Boudoir Doll in Original Needlecraft Store Presentation 13” h. folded. Cloth mask face with
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painted facial features, blue sideglancing eyes, dark eyeshadow and elongated lashes, closed mouth, beauty spot, yellow fleece thread hair arranged in coiled braids at sides of head, sateen body with extended limbs wrapped in convoluted manner as originally shipped. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: American, circa 1925. Value Points: fine original state of preservation, interesting study in point-of-sale presentation. 205.
$200/300
206. American Composition Mannequin Head 13” (33 cm.) Composition mannequin head for display of jewelry or hats depicts a stylish woman of the era, with molded and painted short hair forming a rolled curl at side of forehead, painted blue eyes, rich eyeshadow and lashes, closed
mouth. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: American, circa 1920. Value Points: perfectly preserved, wearing crocheted cap of the era with decorative yellow ribbons. $200/300
207. American Cloth Boudoir Doll by Blossom Doll Co. 28” (71 cm.) All cloth, pressed sateen face, painted blue eyes under heavy eyelids, brush lashes, single stroke brows, accented nostrils and eye corners, closed mouth with outlined lips, platinum blonde mohair wig in curls, cloth body with stitch-jointed hips and shoulders, very elongated legs. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: attributed to American, Blossom Doll Co., 1920s. Value Points: very fine state of preservation, the provocatively painted face with pronounced lashes is accentuated by original jester costume of orange coral nylon silk with ruffled collar, cap, pom-poms, heeled shoes. $400/500 206.
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208. American Composition Doll as George Washington by Arranbee 12” (30 cm.) Composition socket head with plump cheeks, painted blue sideglancing eyes, closed mouth, white mohair wig, composition body jointed at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally 208.
excellent. Marks: Arranbee.
Comments: Arranbee, mid-1930s. Value Points: depicting George Washington, the doll is costumed as George Washington including white periwig. $150/200
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209. American Composition Lucifer and Liza Lee As Clippo Puppets by Effanbee 14” (36 cm.) Each has composition head with distinctive characterization, rich dark brown complexion, painted large black eyes, closed mouth, black painted hair, wood and cloth body constructed for puppetry play. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Lucifer//V/ Autin//Effanbee. Comments: included are Liza Lee and Lucifer from the Clippo puppet series of Effanbee, late 1930s. Value Points: fine original finish, original costumes, preserved in Liza Lee original box. $300/400
210. American Composition Anne Shirley by Effanbee in Rare Original Box 209.
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15” (38 cm.) Composition socket head, blue sleep eyes, real
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lashes, closed mouth, blonde human hair in original bangs and long braids, composition body jointed at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Effanbee Anne Shirley. Comments: Effanbee, Anne Shirley, circa 1940. Value Points: pristine unplayed with condition, wearing original Alpine themed costume, shoes and socks, the doll is preserved in original box with rare original label for “Anne Shirley”. The doll has two blue ribbons from 1994 and 2004 UFDC conventions. $500/700
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211. American Composition Patsyette as George and Martha Washington by Effanbee in Original Box 9” (23 cm.) Each has composition socket head, painted facial features, side-glancing blue eyes gazing at each other, closed mouth, white mohair wig in period style, fivepiece composition body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Effanbee Patsyette Doll. Comments: Effanbee, circa 1932, the dolls were issued to celebrate the 200th birthday of George Washington. Value Points: in fine unplayed with condition, the dolls wear vibrant original costumes and have original celluloid pin with profile bust of the 1st President and “George Washington 1732-1932”, preserved in original box. $400/500
212. American Composition Emily Ann As Clippo Puppet by Effanbee 14” (36 cm.) Composition head with distinctive characterization, painted large blue eyes, closed mouth, molded hair with side braids, wood and cloth body constructed for puppetry play. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Emily Ann//V/ Autin//Effanbee. Comments: Emily Ann from the Clippo puppet series of Effanbee, late 1930s. Value Points: fine original finish, original costume, preserved in original box. $200/300 212.
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forehead edged with arched painted black hair, two protruding black yarn braids, painted wide sideglancing eyes, tiny buttonshaped nose, delighted smile on painted closed mouth, composition body, jointing at shoulders and hips, original costume comprising dress with black bodice and polka dot skirt, undergarments, socks, shoes, and widebrimmed blue felt hat. Condition: generally excellent, slight fading 214.
of skirt. Marks: Myrtle,
A Cameo Doll (original hang tag). Comments: Cameo, circa 1940, the doll depicts the comic strip character Myrtle from “Right Around Home” comic strip drawn by Dudley Fisher for King Features from 1924 until 1951. Value Points: rare doll with unique characterization. $400/500
215. American Composition “Champ” by Cameo 17” (43 cm.) All-composition with large round socket head, modeled brown hair with deep forehead curl, painted blue eyes generous freckles, pug nose, 213.
213. American Composition Santa Claus with Modeled Cap in Original Costume
closed mouth with little grin, jointing at shoulders and hips, wearing red knit shirt “Champ” and red shorts, shoes and socks. Condition: good, some
20” (51 cm.) Composition socket head with sculpted traditional facial features and beard, sculpted wrinkles, deeply set blue eyes, white sculpted brows, moustache and beard, sculpted red Santa cap with white brim, composition body jointed at shoulders and hips, wearing original red flannel Santa costume with gift box, black leatherette boots. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: American, maker unknown, circa 1940. Value Points: pristine original finish of facial features, beard and cap. $300/400
214. American Composition “Myrtle” by Cameo from “Right Around Home” Comic Strip 14” (36 cm.) Composition socket head with high domed
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seam separation at sides of head. Comments: Cameo, circa 1940. Value Points: delightful facial expression of young boy enhanced by forelock curl and freckles. $100/200
216. Pair of American Toy Leatherette Ponies 10” (25 cm.) and 13”w. Each is firmly stuffed one-piece stitched pony of leatherette oilcloth with yarn mane and tail, the green pony with painted saddle, and the brown with leatherette harness, saddle, and painted eyes. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: American, maker unknown, a similar horse was shown in Montgomery Ward catalog of 1944. $150/200
217. Rare American Composition “Ruth” from Billy and Ruth Toy Catalog in Original Box 20” (51 cm.) Composition socket head, sleep eyes, real lashes, open mouth, two upper teeth, brunette human hair with arranged curls, composition body jointed at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: signature doll of the Billy and Ruth Toy Catalog, late 1930s; the firm presented a toy catalog that competed with Sears Roebuck for more than 20 years, in 217.
a series of special promotions; the company’s forgotten history was written about by Ursula Mertz in an article
with name “Ruth” embroidered on hat, and is preserved in her original
“Billy & Ruth America’s Famous Toy Children”, Antique
colorfully designed box along with a photograph of “Ruth”, the firm’s
Doll Collector, September 2003. Value Points: pristine
namesake, signed “Approved by Ruth”. Also included are 1953 and 1955
condition, the important doll is wearing original costume
mail order catalogs from Billy and Ruth. $500/700
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218. American Composition Wigged “Mickey” with Flirty Eyes by Effanbee 24” (61 cm.) Composition head with flanged neck, sleep eyes, real
flawless condition, wearing original red corduroy trousers and cap, striped jersey shirt, shoes and with original paper tag. $200/300
jointed limbs, composition hands. Condition: generally excellent.
219. American Composition Painted Hair “Mickey” with Flirty Eyes by Effanbee
Marks: Effanbee Made in USA. Comments: Effanbee, late 1940s,
20” (51 cm.) Composition head with flanged neck, modeled and
wigged variation of the model marketed as Mickey. Value Points: fine
painted hair with forelock curls, sleep eyes, real lashes, plump
lashes, plump cheeks, auburn mohair wig, cloth body with stitch-
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cheeks, cloth body with stitch-jointed limbs, composition hands. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Effanbee Made in USA. Comments: Effanbee, late 1940s, painted hair variation of the model marketed as Mickey. Value Points: well preserved original condition, wearing original red corduroy trousers and cap, striped jersey shirt, shoes. $200/300
220. American Composition “Sweetie Pie” by Effanbee 16” (41 cm.) Composition head with flanged neck, sleep and flirty eyes, real lashes, closed mouth, blonde mohair curly wig, cloth torso and upper legs, composition arms jointed at shoulders, composition lower legs. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: c. 1942 Effanbee. Comments: Effanbee, the model was marketed as “Sweetie Pie”, circa 1945. Value Points: flawless original finish on the merry child, wellfunctioning flirty eyes, wearing original white organdy dress with checkered borders and trim, undergarments, shoes and socks. $300/400
221. American Composition Roly-Poly Clown by NOMA in Original Box 8” (20 cm.) One-piece weighted clown with rounded base designed to never tip over, with 221, 222.
painted details of yellow and red clown suit, smiling expression. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: NOMA (remains of original paper label on base). Comments: NOMA, late 1930s. Value Points: well-preserved original finish, presented in original labeled box. $300/400
222. American Brown-Complexioned Character with Movable Eyes in Unique Costume 22” (56 cm.) Brown-complexioned composition character with flanged neck, modeled black curly hair with original stapled hair bow, disc movable eyes, painted lashes, tiny closed mouth, cloth body, red and white striped stitched-on body cover including feet and hands, and wearing matching striped dress with blue polka dot collar and cuffs. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: c. Martianna. Comments: maker unknown, 1930s. Value Points: rare doll by mystery maker, beautiful 221. Box
complexion, movable disc eyes, rare costume. $200/300
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223. American Composition “Three Little Pigs” by Alexander 11” (28 cm.) Each is all-composition with socket head depicting the Walt Disney created Little Pig, with shaped piglet ears and snout, painted side-glancing eyes, little smiling mouth, composition body jointed at shoulders and hips, wearing original costume. Condition: very good overall. Marks: Madame Alexander (torsos) Madame Alexander (cloth tag on costume). Comments: Alexander, under license from Walt Disney based upon his animated film Silly Symphony that was just released, 1933. Value Points: each wears original cotton costume and cap inspired by the film. $500/700
224. American Composition Toddler by Jessie McCutcheon Raleigh in Rare Small Size 11” (28 cm.) Composition socket head with lightly modeled and painted short brown boyish hair with forelock curl, painted brown eyes, dark upper eyeliner, closed mouth with two painted upper teeth, composition body with jointing at shoulders and hips, costumed. Condition: head is generally excellent with original painting, body is retouched. Comments: Jessie McCutcheon Raleigh, circa 1920. Value Points: most 224.
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endearing small size with expressive character features. $300/400
225. American Composition Character Doll from Famous Doll Studio, Inc., Early Period 15 ½” (39 cm.) Composition shoulderhead with highly defined character expression of smiling young child, modeled short hair and bangs, deeply set painted blue eyes, closed mouth in smiling expression with suggestion of teeth, double chin, cloth body with jointing at shoulders and hips, composition lower arms, cotton flannel sailor costume. Condition: generally excellent, some surface craquelure at crown and back of hair. Comments: Famous Doll Studio, Inc., New York, their series of character dolls were shown in Playthings magazine, March 1917, using the trade name Sani Doll. Value Points: rare and highly expressive early doll, the deeply defined expression and stylized hair are suggestive of early child stars, although identification is unknown. $200/300
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226. American Composition Character Girl from Famous Doll Studio, Inc., Early Period 15 ½” (39 cm.) Composition shoulderhead with highly defined character expression of smiling young girl, deeply set painted blue eyes, closed mouth in smiling expression with suggestion of teeth, blushed cheeks, double chin, original brunette mohair bobbed wig, cloth body with jointing at shoulders and hips, composition lower arms, original dress with embroidered edging, matching cap with pom-pom tassel. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Famous Doll Studio, Inc., New York, their series of character dolls were shown in Playthings magazine, March 1917, using the trade name Sani Doll. Value Points: very rare doll with outstanding characterization and well-preserved originality. $400/500 225.
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cat 1228_227.tif 227. American Composition “Tickletoes” by Ideal in Original Box 20” (51 cm.) Composition head 227. Label
with flanged neck, sculpted and painted light brown baby hair, sleep eyes, open mouth, two
teeth, cloth torso and upper limbs, rubber lower limbs. Condition: generally
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introduced in 1928, boasting “the touch of human softness” and “made of the very
228. American Composition “Happifats” Doll Designed by Kate Jordan
best live rubber and are very durable”. Value Points: in fine unplayed with condition,
12” (30 cm.) Composition head with flanged
the doll is wearing original costume, has original tag, and is preserved in original
neck, bald pate except forelock curl, painted dark
colorfully illustrated box with Ideal label. An important article about Tickletoes by
eyes, tiny pug nose, bow-shaped lips, unique body
Ursula Mertz appeared in Doll Reader, June/July 2002. $300/400
with plump torso, short cloth legs with stitch-
excellent, rubber limbs hardened. Marks: Ideal (head) US patents 1621434,1793335 (body). Comments: Ideal, their model “Tickletoes”, the rubber-limbed doll was
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jointed hips, composition lower arms, cotton dress. Condition: repainting of head (except eyes) and hands, costume not original. Comments: Happifats from original designs by Kate Jordan, circa 1915, maker uncertain. Value Points: rare variation of the always delightful and uniquely modeled doll. $150/200
229. American Composition Baby “Little Love” by American Character 15” (38 cm.) Composition head with flanged neck, molded and
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painted brown curly baby hair, sleep eyes, real lashes, closed mouth, cloth baby body with
blonde baby hair, tiny blue sleep eyes, tinted brows, closed mouth
stitch jointing, composition hands. Condition: generally excellent.
modeled as though open, two beaded upper teeth, cloth baby torso
Marks: Am. Char. Doll. Comments: American Character, late
and jointed bent baby legs, jointed composition arms. Condition:
1920s. Value Points: fine original finish, wearing original blue baby
generally excellent. Marks: Effanbee Bubbles. Comments:
gown and matching bonnet, undergarments, booties, and with
Effanbee, their trademarked Bubbles doll was introduced in 1924.
original paper label “Little Love, A Petite Doll”. $150/200
Value Points: wonderful modeling with deeply impressed laughter
230. American Composition “Bubbles” by Effanbee in Original Labeled Box 22” (56 cm.) Composition head with flanged neck, sculpted curly
lines and dimples, wearing original costume with Effanbee cloth tag label, and preserved in original labeled box that notes that Bubbles will “bling over with life and laughter”. The doll has a blue ribbon from 2007 UFDC convention. $400/500
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231. American Composition Skippy as Policeman by Effanbee 14” (36 cm.) Composition socket head on wooden neck rim, painted brown hair with forelock curl, large round blue side-glancing eyes, five upper lashes, v-shaped brows, closed mouth with pouty expression, muslin torso, composition limbs, painted black boots. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Effanbee
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Skippy c. P.L. Crosby. Comments: Effanbee, circa 1935, designed by Bernard Lipfert 231.
from original
cartoon series by P.L. Crosby. Value Points: original blue policeman’s uniform with holster, gun belt, policeman’s cap, and with original Skippy button. The doll has blue ribbons from 2013 and 2025 doll conventions. $700/900
232. American Composition “Skippy” by Effanbee in Original Sailor Suit, Original Box 14” (36 cm.) Composition head with wooden neck socket, painted hair with long forelock curl, painted facial features, blue side-glancing eyes with long lashes, button-shaped nose, closed mouth with downcast lips, muslin body with disc jointing at shoulders and hips, composition lower legs with painted black boots. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Effanbee Skippy c. P.L. Crosby. Comments: Effanbee, mid-1930s, their licensed Skippy doll, based on the comic strip character drawn by Percy Crosby. Value Points: wonderfully executed with simple linepainted features, wearing factory original blue sailor suit and white cap, preserved in original box. $600/800 233.
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233. American Composition Grumpykins by Effanbee in Original Policeman Uniform 11 ½” (29 cm.) Composition shoulderhead with sculpted short curly hair, painted facial features with side-glancing blue eyes and defined “grumpy” expression, firmly stuffed muslin body, composition hands and feet, painted black shoes. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Effanbee Walk, Talk, Sleep. Comments:
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Effanbee, the 1930s Grumpy model designed by Ernesto Peruggi
1946, the doll portrays the child star, Margaret O’Brien, in her role
for Effanbee. Value Points: very fine original condition, the doll is
from the 1944 film. “Meet Me in St.Louis”. $400/600
wearing original policeman’s uniform with blue cotton shirt, denim pants, brimmed cap, holster with belt and pistol. $400/600
234. American Composition “Margaret O’Brien” by Alexander
235. American Composition Celebrity Doll of Jane Withers in Rare Large Size 19” (48 cm.) All-composition, socket head, sleep eyes, painted lashes, real lashes, single stroke brows, open mouth, row of tiny
14” (36 cm.) All-composition with socket head, blue sleep eyes,
teeth, brunette mohair wig, jointing at shoulders and hips.
real lashes, closed mouth, blushed cheeks, brunette mohair wig
Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Alexander (doll) Jane
with ribbon-tied coiled braids, jointing at shoulders and hips,
Withers/Madame Alexander New York (original costume tag).
wearing aqua green dress with lace trim and pink bows, muslin
Comments: portrait doll of the child film star, Jane Withers, under
slip and panties, socks, black shoes with ties, woven wide-brimmed
license by Madame Alexander, circa 1935. Value Points: wearing
bonnet. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Madame Alexander
rare original tagged costume, and in rare larger size. The doll has a
New York (cloth tag on costume). Comments: Madame Alexander,
blue ribbon from 2010 UFDC convention. $500/700
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painted blue eyes, closed mouth with two upper teeth, composition body jointed at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: 1504 Amberg (body). Comments: Amberg, very early production, c. 1915. Value Points: the pair are wearing Pilgrim costumes of very fine quality of linen and woolen fabric and couturier sewn; likely the dolls 236.
236. American Composition “Mammy” in Original Costume 16” (41 cm.) All-composition with socket head, brown complexion, painted facial features, brown side-glancing eyes,
were purchased from Amberg and costumed in milliner shop for special event. $500/600
maker uncertain, late 1920s. Value Points: pristine condition
238. American Composition Girl in Shaker Costume
of both complexion and costume, the costume never having
13” (33 cm.) All-
been removed from doll. $200/300
composition with
closed mouth, molded short curly hair under wrapped turban, jointing at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: I am “Mammy” (original paper wrist tag). Comments:
237. Pair, American Composition Dolls by Amberg as Pilgrim Couple, Early Period
one-piece head and torso, painted blue eyes, closed mouth,
12” (30 cm.) Each has heavy composition socket head (he
blonde mohair
with cut pate, she with solid dome), painted facial features,
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shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: circa 1920, maker unknown. Value Points: hand sewn in Shaker community, wearing miniature original authentic costume in typical fabric and handmade tatting, and with handwoven bonnet with leather binding. $200/300
239. American Black Man with Wind-Up Mechanism by Sayco 10 ½” (27 cm.) Composition head of bald-headed man with painted brown complexion, painted side-glancing eyes, closed mouth, tin and cloth body containing simple mechanism which, when wound, allows the doll to dance about. Condition: very good, some light retouch. Comments: attributed to Sayco. Value Points: amusing toy, with original costume. $150/200
240. American Composition “Mammy” by Tony Sarg 240.
16” (41 cm.) Composition head with flanged neck, brown complexion, highly characterized
composition lower arms, and composition molded and painted shoes. Condition:
features, painted eyes, wide smiling expression with
generally excellent. Comments: Borgfeldt from original designs by Tony Sarg, circa
row of painted teeth, bangle earrings, wrapped
1937. Value Points: fine original finish well-preserved, distinctive model used for
turban over fleecy wig, brown cloth body, brown
this doll only, unusual molded shoes, original costume. $200/300
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241. American Composition Sleep-Eyed Patsy Ann by Effanbee 19” (48 cm.) All-composition with socket head, jointing at shoulders and hips, modeled bent right arm, modeled reddish/ brown hair in short bobbed style, blue sleep eyes, painted lashes, lightly feathered brows, bow-shaped lips. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Effanbee Patsy-Ann c. Pat #1283558. Comments: Effanbee, circa 1935. Value Points: fine original finish, the doll is wearing original costume of little boy’s velvet suit. The doll has blue ribbon award from 1988 UFDC convention. $200/300 243.
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242. American Composition Patricia as Anne of Green Gables by Effanbee 14” (36 cm.) All-composition with socket head, brown sleep eyes, real lashes, painted lashes and brows, closed mouth with coral-shaded bow-shaped lips, blonde mohair braids, five-piece composition body with jointing at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Effanbee Patricia. Comments: Effanbee, circa 1932, included is additional handmade dress. The doll was presented by Effanbee as Anne of Green Gables, wearing plaid schooldress with matching panties. 200/300
243. American Composition Patsyette by Effanbee in Original Box
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244. American Composition Patsy-Ann by Effanbee with Trunk and Costumes 19” (48 cm.) All-composition with socket head, jointing at shoulders and hips, modeled bent right arm, modeled reddish/brown hair in short bobbed
9” (23 cm.) All-composition doll with socket head, sculpted reddish-
style, blue sleep eyes, painted lashes, lightly feathered
brown hair with short bobbed fashion and bangs, painted brown side-
brows, bow-shaped lips. Condition: generally
glancing eyes with very large pupils, rosebud-shaped mouth, five-piece
excellent. Marks: Effanbee Patsy-Ann c. Pat #1283558.
composition body, wearing romper costume (not original) shoes and
Comments: Effanbee, circa 1935. Value Points: fine
socks, and owning several other costume pieces. Condition: generally
state of preservation, the doll has rarer sleep eyes,
excellent. Marks: Effanbee Patsyette Doll. Comments: Effanbee, circa
and is presented with her original metal trunk with a
1935. Value Points: fine original finish, presented in original box.
grand assortment of costumes, accessories and shoes.
$150/200
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wearing orange and orange felt coat and bonnet with applique flowers. $150/200
247. American Composition Brown-Complexioned Kewpie 11” (28 cm.) All-composition with chocolate-brown complexion, one-piece head, torso and legs, painted black topknot, forelock and side curls, black side-glancing eyes, painted upper lashes, dot brows, smiling expression, jointed one-piece arms with starfish-shaped hands. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Kewpie (red heart label). Comments: Cameo, circa 1930. Value Points: rare brown complexion, original paper label. The doll has three blue ribbon awards. $200/300
246. American Composition Doll in Colorful Felt Ensemble
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18” (46 cm.) Composition shoulderhead, blue sleep eyes, closed mouth with painted row of teeth, blonde mohair curly wig, composition jointed arms and legs. Condition: original finish and wig, body may not be original, repair to feet. Comments: possibly Averill from her Val Encia line, circa 1925. Value Points:
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248. American Composition Doll “Peaches” by Madame Hendren with Attached Hair Bow 16” (41 cm.) Composition swivel head on composition shoulderplate, sleep eyes, real lashes, closed mouth, molded and painted brown bobbed hair with pin-attached real hair bow, wearing original dress with matching undergarment, shoes and socks. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Averill/ Madame Hendren, late 1920s, the model marketed as “Peaches”. Value Points: beautifully modeled hair with fine coloring, original costume with original label “Madame Hendren Dolls, Everybody Loves Them”. $300/400
249. American Composition Doll in Rare Original Felt Ensemble by American Character
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18” (46 cm.) Composition shoulderhead, tin sleep eyes, open mouth, row of teeth, brunette short curly mohair wig, cloth torso, jointed at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Petite/American Character Doll, late 1920s. Value points: wearing wonderful original ensemble comprising cotton dress with patterned skirt panel and panties that match the pattern on her jacket, orange felt borders and cuffs of jacket with applique flowers, matching 248.
cap. $300/400
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blonde mohair marceled wig, painted facial features, painted black flat shoes, wearing original fringed ensemble. Condition: generally excellent, some retouch, mechanism 250. Music
functions well. Comments: attributed to Zaiden Toy
Works, late 1920s, when wound the doll shimmy dances; the movement is created by cut-outs at belly button and chest level which accommodate protrusions attached to bra and skirt, causing movement at chest from side to side, and circular movement at belly button level. $200/300
252. American Composition “The Vamp” by Blue Bird Doll Co. 13” (33 cm.) One-piece standing composition figure on base of vampishposed woman in swimsuit, her head tilted to the side, hand on hip, and appearing to
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250. American Mechanism Shimmie Dancer by Zaiden Toy Works 19” (48 cm.) One-piece composition head, torso 250. Label
and legs, jointed composition arms, brunette mohair marceled wig, painted facial features, painted gold
sandals, wearing original fringed ensemble. Condition: generally excellent, some retouch, mechanism functions well. Comments: attributed to Zaiden Toy Works, late 1920s, when wound the doll shimmy dances; the movement is created by cut-outs at belly button and chest level which accommodate protrusions attached to bra and skirt, causing movement at chest from side to side, and circular movement at belly button level. $200/400
251. American Mechanical Shimmie Dancer by Zaiden Toy Works 19” (48 cm.) One-piece composition head, torso and legs, jointed composition arms, 252.
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wink, painted brown cap over blonde curls, original attached earrings, painted facial features, painted orange swim suit and shoes. Condition: some repaint on body, facial finish all original. Marks: The Vamp, Manufactured by the Blue Bird Doll Co, Patents on Designs and Earrings (original paper label). Comments: Blue Bird Co., the figure was advertised in Toys and Novelties in 1920, available wigged or painted hair. $150/250
253. American Composition Marotte with Braided Coronet 16” (41 cm.) including handle. Cloth mask face of flapper era lady with theatrically painted facial features, blue upper-glancing eyes, dark eyeshadow, closed mouth, platinum thread wig in elaborate coiffure featuring a long braided coronet with interwoven ribbon, attached to wooden stick handle.
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Condition: generally excellent. Comments: rare coiffure, with aqua green taffeta bow at throat. $150/200
254. American Composition Bed Doll with Rare Necklace 28” (71 cm.) Composition shoulderhead, painted side-glancing eyes, real lashes, dark eyeshadow, closed mouth, black mohair wig, impressed rhinestone necklace, cloth body with elongated limbs, composition hands. Condition: generally excellent, one thumb chipped. Comments: American, 1920s. Value Points: rare black haired wig, wearing original green and coral sheer muslin dress with embroidered detail, rare necklace accents. $300/400
255. American Composition Bed Doll with Rare Red Hair 28” (71 cm.) Composition head with theatrically painted facial features, dark eyes with rich eyeshadow, real lashes, closed mouth, red auburn mohair wig in long curls, cloth body with elongated limbs, painted black heels. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: American, 1920s. Value Points: pristine original condition, rare red hair with matching umber eyeshadow, original green satin gown with metallic lace trim. $300/400
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Points: beautiful complexion, wearing original sheer nylon gown with pink trim, undergarments, shoes and with original Monica paper label. $400/500
257. American Composition Celebrity Doll, Charlie McCarthy, by Effanbee in Original Box 20” (51 cm.) Composition head with sculpted brown hair in a neatly side-parted style, painted brown eyes with black outline, feathered brows, red eyeliner, fringed brows, accented nostrils, hinged jaw with painted teeth, wire monocle, cloth stitch-jointed body with composition gloved hands and feet with sculpted black shoes, wearing original black woolen formal suit with silk lapels,
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256. American Composition “Monica” in Original Gown 20” (51 cm.) All-composition with slender oval face, painted blue eyes with shaded detail, dark eyeshadow, closed mouth with ruby lips, rooted brunette human hair with defined widow’s peak, five-piece composition slender body. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Monica Doll Studios, Hollywood, the dolls were made from 1941-1952 only in very limited production, and are the only composition dolls made with rooted hair. Value
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shirt, vest, bow tie, and top hat. Condition: generally excellent, unplayed with. Marks: Edgar Bergen Charlie McCarthy an Effanbee Product (head). Comments: Effanbee, circa 1940. Value Points: superbly preserved condition of the celebrity doll, in its original labeled box. $300/400
258. American Composition “Honey” by Effanbee in Taffeta Gown 27” (69 cm.) Composition socket head, blue sleep sideglancing eyes, lashes, feathered brows, closed mouth, brunette human hair, composition body jointed at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Effanbee. Comments: Effanbee, 1940s, the doll was presented as “Honey”. Value Points: wearing lavish original costume comprising black and pink checkered
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gown with original pink taffeta petticoat with black bows, black velvet sash. $300/400
259. American Composition “Honey” in Black Lingerie Ensemble, Original Box 27” (69 cm.) Composition socket head, blue sleep sideglancing eyes, lashes, feathered brows, closed mouth, brunette human hair, composition body jointed at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Effanbee. Comments: Effanbee, 1940s, the doll was presented as “Honey”. Value Points: original black sheer nylon undergarments and robe with gold 258.
looped edging, gold slippers, pearl-studded netting in hair and in original labeled box. $400/500
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complexion and wig, and wearing original lavender “Little Bo Peep” costume with matching bonnet, pantalets, undergarments, shoes. $400/600
262. American Composition “Sandy” by Eugenia Dolls for Montgomery Ward, Original Box 16” (41 cm.) Composition socket head, sleep eyes, real lashes, closed mouth with sweet smile, blonde mohair wig with bangs and braids, composition body jointed at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Eugenia Dolls, “Sandy” as appearing
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260. American Composition “Cinderella” and “Prince Charming” from Portrait Series by Effanbee 11” (28 cm.) Each has composition socket head, sleep eyes, real lashes, closed mouth, blonde mohair wig, composition body jointed at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Effanbee, circa 1940, from their portrait series, depicted are Prince Charming and Cinderella. Value Points: presented in original box, the rarely found pair are wearing their original matching ensembles. $600/800
261. American Composition “Bo Peep” Portrait Doll by Effanbee 11” (28 cm.) Composition socket head, sleep eyes, real lashes, closed mouth, bow-shaped lips, brunette mohair wig, composition body with jointing at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Effanbee, from the portrait window series, circa 1940. Value Points: preserved in original box, with pristine 261.
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in Montgomery Ward catalog of 1948. Value Points: wearing original pale blue nylon dress with pink satin trim, undergarments, socks, pink shoes and preserved in original labeled box. $400/500
263. American Doll by Mary Hoyer in Rare Costume with Trunk 14” (36 cm.) Hard plastic socket head, sleep eyes, real lashes, closed mouth, platinum wig, jointing at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Mary Hoyer. Comments: Mary Hoyer, circa 1950, the doll first appeared in composition and shortly transitioned to hard plastic. Value Points: wearing rare lavender gown with dotted tulle ruffles and with matching parasol, presented in original trunk with additional costume 262.
elements. $400/500
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264. American Composition “Sonja Henie” by Alexander with Presentation Trousseau
(costume). Comments: Alexander, 1940. Value Points: beautiful
14” (36 cm.) All-composition doll with brown sleep eyes, dark
gown with lace trimmed overskirt and red ribbon bows, red woven
eyeshadow, painted features, open mouth, four teeth, blonde mohair
hat with floral cluster, undergarment, red shoes. $400/500
wig in original coiffure, jointing at shoulders and hips, wearing
original complexion and coiffure, wearing original dainty patterned
very good overall, composition excellent, light spot on bodice of
266. American Composition “Scarlett O’Hara” in Rare Original Gown by Alexander
skating dress. Comments: portrait doll of the skating and film star,
11” (28 cm.) All-composition with socket head, green sleep eyes,
Sonja Henie, by Alexander, circa 1938. Value Points: the doll is
real lashes, dark eyeshadow, closed mouth with bow-shaped
presented in her original display trunk that hinges open to reveal a
bright red lips, black human hair, jointing at shoulders and hips.
wonderful original wardrobe for various occasions. $500/700
Condition: generally excellent. Marks: “Scarlett O’Hara Madame
original tagged blue satin skating dress with matching cap. Condition:
265. American Composition “Scarlett O’Hara” in Original Costume by Alexander
Alexander” (costume). Comments: Alexander, 1940. Value Points: beautiful original complexion and coiffure, wearing red poppypatterned cotton gown with green sash, attached hoop petticoat,
11” (28 cm.) All-composition with socket head, green sleep eyes, real
pantalets with green ribbons, socks, green side-snap shoes with
lashes, dark eyeshadow, closed mouth with bow-shaped bright red
green bows, and with green velvet coat with lace sleeves and green
lips, black human hair, jointing at shoulders and hips. Condition:
velvet bonnet with lace bavolet, and with original paper label.
generally excellent. Marks: “Scarlett O’Hara Madame Alexander”
$400/500
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cheek dimples, ash-blonde human hair with original coiffure of arranged curls decorated with colorful flowers, jointing at shoulders and hips, wearing original tagged skating costume of pale pink satin with nylon pleats accented with brilliant flowers and gilt sequins, net petticoat, satin panties, laced skates. Marks: “Genuine Sonja Henie Doll/Madame Alexander NY USA/All Rights Reserved” (costume). Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Madame Alexander, 1941, portrait doll of the celebrated skater and film star
267. American Composition Sonja Henie in Original Skating Ensemble, Original Box
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of the era. Value Points: outstanding state of preservation, the doll is preserved in her original box, original paper label. The doll has blue ribbons from 1987 and 2002 UFDC conventions. The doll is
18” (46 cm.) All-composition with socket head, sleep eyes, real
shown on the back cover of Collector’s Encyclopedia of Composition
lashes, dark eyeshadow, open mouth, four tiny teeth, impressed
Dolls, Volume II by Ursula Mertz. $500/700
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velvet trim, undergarments, socks and shoes, and presented in original labeled box. $400/500
269. American Composition “McGuffey Ana” with Fancy Red Bonnet 16” (41 cm.) All-composition with socket head, blue sleep eyes, real lashes, dark eyeshadow, open mouth, four teeth, blonde human hair with ringlet curled bangs and long braids tied with red bows, jointing at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Alexander, McGuffey Ana, 1935. Value Points: pristine condition, wearing original white organdy dress (tagged McGuffey Ana/Madame Alexander NY USA Reg No. 350,781), under red/white patterned apron with lace trim and pocket, cotton slip with attached panties and ruffled edging, white socks, red sidesnap ankle boots, and red woven bonnet with floral trim. The doll has blue ribbon from 2022 DCA convention. $500/700
270. American Composition “McGuffey Ana” by Alexander 11” (28 cm.) Composition socket head, brown sleep eyes, dark
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268. American Composition Wendy-Ann with Rare Painted Hair by Alexander in Original Box 13” (33 cm.) All-composition with socket head, short brown sculpted curly hair in side-parted style, painted blue eyes, closed mouth with bow-shaped lips, jointing at shoulders and hips, swivel waist. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Wendy Ann Mme Alexander New York (doll and dress). Comments: Alexander, circa 1938. Value Points: wearing original dress with red and white checkered skirt and matching collar, white batiste bodice, 269, 270.
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eyeshadow, painted lashes, feathered brows, closed mouth, blonde human hair with forehead curls and long braids, fivepiece composition body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: McGuffey Ana, Madame Alexander, New York. Comments: Alexander, circa 1935. Value Points: hard to find size of the popular storybook doll, wearing original wig, dress, apron, cap,
272.
271. American Composition “Flora McFlimsey” by Alexander
272. American Composition “Mary Hoyer” with Rare Red Hair, Original Shipping Box
13” (33 cm.) Composition socket head, sleep eyes, real lashes,
14” (36 cm.) Composition socket head, brown sleep eyes, real
painted lower lashes, smoky eyeshadow, freckled nose bridge,
lashes, dark eyeshadow, closed mouth, auburn-red mohair wig
open mouth, two teeth, reddish brown human hair in original
in soft curls, composition body jointed at shoulders and hips,
coiffure, five-piece composition body. Condition: generally
wearing green cotton dress, red pinafore, undergarments, socks,
excellent. Marks: “Flora McFlimsey” Alexander (costume).
shoes and with red ribbons in hair. Condition: generally excellent.
Comments: Alexander, circa 1938. Value Points: pristine
Marks: Mary Hoyer (doll). Comments: Mary Hoyer, circa 1940.
condition of the freckle-faced child, wearing green cotton dress,
Value Points: especially beautiful complexion enhancing the
flower-printed pinafore, petticoat, panties, ankle boots, straw
rare hair color, preserved in original shipping box from Reading,
bonnet with ribbon trim. $400/500
Pennsylvania company. $500/700
shoes, undergarments, with beautiful complexion. $300/400
272. Label
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with gold, blue and sequin trim, petticoat, panties, gold shoes, and elaborate turban, and is presented in original labeled box. The doll has blue ribbon from 1998 UFDC convention. $500/700
274. Pair, American Composition “Candy Kid” Boxers by Effanbee 14” (36 cm.) Each is all-composition doll with socket head, one with white complexion, sculpted short brown hair, and the other with brown complexion, sculpted black hair, each with sleep eyes, real lashes, painted lashes, bow-shaped mouth, five-piece composition body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Effanbee (head and body). Comments: Effanbee, “Candy Kid”, 1947. Value Points: a very rare pair, the boxing opponents are each wearing original boxing trunks, jackets stamped “Champ” and boxing gloves on each hand. $600/800
273. American Composition “Carmen Miranda” by Alexander in Original Box
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17” (43 cm.) Composition socket head, blue sleep eyes, real lashes, dark eyeshadow, closed mouth, black mohair wig wrapped in gilt fabric turban and decorated with fruits and flowers, five-piece composition body. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Mme Alexander (doll). Comments: Madame Alexander, circa 1940. Value Points: the doll wears original ivory satin dress 274.
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275. American Composition Celebrity Doll “Howdy Doody” by Effanbee 19” (48 cm.) Solid domed composition head with flanged neck, sculpted red hair in neatly arranged style, sleep brown eyes, closed mouth in broad smile with painted teeth, rosy complexion
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and liberally sprinkled freckles overall his face and ears, cloth body, composition hands. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: depicted is Howdy Doody, circa 1948, released by Effanbee during the second year of the popular children’s TV show. Value Points: pristine condition of the beloved character from early TV, wearing crisp fresh costume with Howdy Doody neck scarf. The doll has a blue ribbon from 2024 DCA convention. $400/500
276. American Composition Doll by Vogue with Trunk and Costumes 19” (48 cm.) All-composition with socket head, brown sleep eyes, open mouth, row of teeth, blonde mohair wig, jointing at shoulders and hips, wearing blue dotted Swiss dress, white plush coat with matching red felt hat and muff trimmed with white plush, red felt mittens, undergarments, shoes, socks. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Vogue, circa 1930. Value Points: rare series of larger child dolls by the firm, produced for a very short time only, the doll is presented with red metal trunk containing a variety of assembled costumes and accessories from original owner. $300/400
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lashes, closed mouth, brunette caracul wig, cloth torso and upper legs, composition arms jointed at shoulders, composition lower legs. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: c. 1942 Effanbee. Comments: Effanbee, the model was marketed as “Sweetie Pie”, circa 1945. Value Points: flawless original finish, well-functioning flirty eyes, wearing original dress with undergarments, socks, shoes, bonnet, with original “Sweetie Pie” tag and in original labeled box. $300/400
279. American Composition Doll by Horsman with Unusual Dress Tag and Original Box 20” (51 cm.) Composition shoulderhead, tin sleep eyes, real lashes, open mouth, two upper teeth, tongue, brunette mohair wig, cloth torso and upper arms and legs, composition lower arms and legs. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: E.I.H. Co. Comments: Horsman, late 1920s. Value
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277. American Composition Baby as Tousle Tot by Effanbee in Original Costume 24” (61 cm.) Composition head with flanged neck, sleep eyes, real lashes, closed mouth, very chubby cheeks, and with very curly caracul brunette wig, cloth body and upper legs, composition arms and lower legs. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Effanbee. Comments: Effanbee, their Tousle Tot model, was presented in the Montgomery Ward 1944 Christmas catalog. Value Points: beautiful complexion and rare wig, wearing original flannel costume and bonnet. $400/500
278. American Composition “Sweetie Pie” by Effanbee in Original Box 19” (48 cm.) Composition head with flanged neck, sleep and flirty eyes, real
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Points: original unplayed with condition, wearing 279. Lid
original pink organdy dress
with original label “Horsman Doll, Voice Patented by B.E. Lloyd”, bonnet, undergarments, and in original labeled box. $400/500
280. American Composition Doll by American Character/Petite in Original Costume and Box 22” (56 cm.) Composition swivel head on composition shoulderplate, tin sleep eyes, real lashes, open mouth, two upper teeth, brunette human hair wig in long ringlet curls, cloth body, jointed composition arms and legs. Condition:
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generally excellent, eyes are replaced (original eyes included). Marks: Petite. Comments: American Character, early 1920s. Value Points: pristine unplayed with condition, wearing pink organdy dress and bonnet, undergarments, shoes, socks, very fine wig, original paper label, and presented in original labeled box. $400/500
280. Lid
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Harrison N.J. (paper label). Comments: Chein. 1932. Value Points: fine original condition of the beloved comic character including tattoos on arms. $400/500
283. American Wooden Character “Jiminy Cricket” by Ideal
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8” (20 cm.) All-wooden, swivel head, egg-shaped head with painted features, side-glancing eyes, blue wooden top hat with felt brim and
281. American Googly Doll “Pinky Winky” Designed by Georgene Averill
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yellow band, two-piece wooden torso, segmented wooden arms with large white hands (the right hand holding a red wooden umbrella), and large blue shoes, with original cloth collar and tie. Condition: generally excellent, few minor paint scuffs. Marks: Jiminy Cricket,
18” (46 cm.) Fiberloid mask face over cloth head, blue “rolling”
Des. & C., by Walt Disney, Ideal Novelty & Toy Co. Comments:
googly eyes, molded and painted hair framing the face, painted
Ideal, from the Walt Disney Pinocchio film of 1940. Value Points:
facial features, cloth body, stitch-jointed arms and legs, antique
delightful character with brilliant and vivid colors. $200/300
romper costume. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: May 2, 1922, created by Averill for Pinky Winky Products of
284. American Composition and Wooden Pinocchio by Ideal
Boston; it was advertised as “Pinky Winky” doll in Playthings,
11” (28 cm.) Composition
September 24, 1924. Value Points: rare to find doll with amusing
socket head with black sculpted
well-functioning googly eyes. $200/300
hair in elongated horizontal
Georgene Averill, 1924, the doll was patented by M.H. Slater,
282. American Character “Popeye” with Original Pipe by Chein
forelock curl, large ears, painted facial features, “O”-shaped blue eyes with black eyeshadow, long
10 ½” (27 cm.) Composition socket head with highly
pointy nose, blushed cheeks
characterized modeling and simple line drawing of features,
and underside of nose, closed
wooden hat with celluloid visor, original pipe in drilled hole
mouth with wide beaming smile,
at side of mouth, all-wooden body with painted costume and
elaborately articulated body with
wood-segmented limbs. Condition: generally excellent. Marks:
composition torso and wooden-
King Features Syn. Inc. 1932 (stamp) J. Chein Made in USA
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suit with yellow buttons and white collar, white hands, brown oversized
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shoes, wearing yellow felt cap and red few minor paint flakes at eye whites.
285. American “Pete the Pup” Designed by Joseph Kallus for Cameo
Marks: “Pinocchio, Des. & C. by Walt
11” (28 cm.) Oversized composition head of googly-eyed pup with white face mask, black
bow-tie. Condition: generally excellent,
Disney, Made by Ideal Novelty & Toy Co.”. Comments: Ideal, circa 1940. Value Points: beautiful designed rendition of
floppy ears, red nose, wide beaming smile, all-wooden body with jointing at shoulders, elbows, wrists, waist, hips, knees and ankles, oversized feet for balancing; green and black painted costume, yellow gloves. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Pete, des. & Copr by J.L.
the beloved character. $300/400
Kallus” (original label on chest). Comments: the comic strip series Hot-Dog Cartoons featuring Pete the Pup was created by Walter Lantz for Bray Studios which went bankrupt in 1927 before the cartoons could be created; the pup is designed and produced by Joseph Kallus for Cameo, circa 1927. Value Points: amusing detail, fine original finish. $300/400
286. American Composition Little Orphan Annie and Sandy with Original Box 10” (25 cm.) and 6” dog. Each is all-composition, the girl with socket head, blonde sculpted short curly hair, painted “O”-shaped blue eyes, closed mouth, five-piece body, wearing original red dress; the dog painted tannish brown with large white “O”-shaped eyes, white muzzle, smiling expression. Condition: generally excellent, box somewhat worn. Comments: Freundlich, 1936, the set of Orphan Annie and her dog from the comic strip drawn by Harold Lloyd for the Chicago Tribune, including display box with illustrations, were offered at the Toy Fair in New York that year. Value Points: rare set especially with original display box. $300/400 285.
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Appl’d 1924. Comments: Century Doll Co., circa 1924. Value Points: fine all-original condition of the classic mama doll with fine wig, beautiful dress and matching hat. $300/400
288. American Composition “Betty Lee” by Effanbee with Original Bluebird Pin 20” (51 cm.) Composition shoulderhead, sleep eyes, real lashes, closed mouth, brunette mohair wig, cloth torso and upper legs, compositiion arms and lower legs. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Effanbee. Comments: Effanbee, their model “Betty Lee” advertised in Playthings magazine, August 1924 as
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287. American Composition Doll by Century Doll Co. 26” (66 cm.) Composition swivel head on composition shoulderplate, tin sleep eyes, open mouth, four teeth, brunette human hair in long ringlet curls, cloth torso and upper legs, composition jointed arms and lower legs. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Doll Corp. of America Century Doll Co., Pat. 288.
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“the doll your child would choose”. Value Points: fine original complexion and painting, wearing original costume (with cloth Effanbee label) and matching cap, and with original Effanbee pin with blue bird symbol. $300/400
289. American Composition Character Girl by Amberg 13” (33 cm.) Composition socket head, molded and painted bobbed hair, painted brown side-glancing eyes, tiny bow-shaped lips of closed 289.
mouth, jointed at shoulders
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and hips, nicely costumed.
Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Amberg L.A & s. c. 1928. Comments: Amberg, circa 1928. Value Points: cherubic-faced child is most charming. $200/250
290. American Composition “Kewty” by Arranbee 14” (36 cm.) Composition socket head with molded short swirling curls, painted blue side-glancing eyes, tiny closed smiling mouth, pug nose, composition body jointed at shoulders and hips, nicely costumed. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: the doll was marketed as “Kewty”, Arranbee, early 1930s. $200/300
291. American Composition “Naughty Sue” from “Whatsit” Series by Horsman 16” (41 cm.) Composition socket head, molded and painted hair with feathered bangs and topknot (designed for ribbon), painted blue upper-glancing googly eyes, button-shaped nose, closed mouth in “O” shape, composition body jointed at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Naughty Sue 1937 c.Horsman. Comments: Horsman, 1937, the doll was presented as part of a series named Whatsit which offered a free stamp album with 96 colorful stamps designed by children. Value Points: rare model with uniquely sculpted hair. $200/300 291.
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293. American Composition Doll by Effanbee 20” (51 cm.) Composition socket head on wooden neck dowel allowing head to swivel, painted blue outlined eyes with upper lashes, closed mouth, yellow thread hair in long curls, all-cloth body with composition hands. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Effanbee USA. Comments: Effanbee, WWII era doll, the doll was presented as “Patricia” in Playthings magazine. Value Points: beautiful original complexion, original costume. $200/300
294. American Composition “Suzanne” by Effanbee in Exclusive FAO Schwarz Presentation 14” (36 cm.) Composition socket head, sleep eyes, real lashes, closed mouth, brunette human hair, composition body jointed at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Effanbee. Comments: Effanbee, late 1930s, the doll was presented
292. American Composition Doll with Painted Eyes and Original Costume by Effanbee
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as “Suzanne, the Doll with Magnetic Hands”
25” (64 cm.) Composition head with flanged neck, painted blue eyes with dark eyeliner and painted lashes, tiny closed mouth, yellow thread hair in curly arrangement, all-cloth body except composition hands. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Effanbee. Comments: Effanbee, from the WWI era series of yarn hair dolls, the beautifully preserved doll has flawless complexion, and is wearing original costume. $200/300
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wearing original nursing costume and presented in original trunk with second costume, and accessories and direction for use of the magnetic hands. Value Points: fine original state of preservation including original tag from FAO Schwarz. $500/700
295. American Composition “Nan” by Horsman in Fine Original Costume 19” (48 cm.) Composition socket head, molded and painted short brown bobbed hair, sleep eyes, real lashes, closed mouth with bow-shaped lips, composition body jointed at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Horsman, early 1930s. Value Points: fine original finish is well preserved, wearing pretty original costume. $300/400
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296. American Composition Doll from “American Children” Series by Dewees Cochran for Effanbee 17” (43 cm.) Composition socket head, sleep eyes, real lashes, open mouth, four teeth, brunette human hair, composition body jointed at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Effanbee Anne-Shirley. Comments: Effanbee, late 1930s from a series of “American Children” designed by Dewees Cochran for Effanbee. Value Points: wearing original blue and white checkered dress with matching jacket and one-piece undergarment, shoes and socks, with original wrist tag. $400/500 295.
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The Ursula Mertz extensive collection will be offered in two parts. Part I is scheduled for October 17, 2026, to be followed by Part II on March 6, 2027.
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