Cloth doll
Painted face with molded features on what could be paper that was wet. Cloth body stitched with stuffed legs bolted on at the hip.
About 6 inches
I was given it as a child but I cannot remember by whom. We had Neighbour's from Holland so it may have come from there around 1940s. It had clothing but I can’t remember what they looked like. It has been in the bottom of my sewing box for over 50 years.
Other
Maybe
Hi Liz,
Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:
A vintage Dutch hand-made cloth doll
mid 20th Century
The molded felt or papier mache head with painted features, braided yellow yarn hair, stitched cloth arms, and legs bolted to the linen (?) torso that move.
6 inches tall
CONDITION: lacking clothing. Some rubbing losses to face and features and some staining to torso but otherwise appears to be in original condition.
PROVENANCE: gift as a child
$40-60*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.
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Thanks, Liz, you're all set.
Dear Delia,
The arms are stitched on and the legs have one bolt going through from side to side so she can walk. Liz Penfold