Jeffrey S. Evans & Assoc., Inc.
Live Auction

March 21, 2024: Americana - Day Two

Thu, Mar 21, 2024 09:00AM EDT
  • Dolls
Lot 1075

ASSORTED AMERICAN MANUFACTURERS COMPOSITION DOLLS, LOT OF THREE

Estimate: $100 - $200
Sold for

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $10
$200 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$30,000 $2,500
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000

ASSORTED AMERICAN MANUFACTURERS COMPOSITION DOLLS, LOT OF THREE, comprising two Effanbee Co. examples, including an Edgar Bergen's character Charlie McCarthy ventriloquist dummy example, movable mouth with string construction, marked on reverse of neck, fitted in a black wool suit and with a top hat; and remaining example of a young girl, strawberry blonde wig and tartan/plaid attire; and a Madame Alexander Snow White example, sleepy eyes, white dress with chiffon covering and silk cape, marked on reverse of head. 20th century. 18" to 21" H.

Condition

Very good overall condition with expected wear, each with crazing to the composition and some scattered imperfections. Clothing in very good condition with some minor wear.

Deaccessioned by the Wachovia Historical Society to benefit acquisitions and conservation funds.