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

March 21, 2024: Americana - Day Two

Thu, Mar 21, 2024 09:00AM EDT
  • Dolls
Lot 1082

ASSORTED COMPOSITION HEAD CHARACTER DOLLS, LOT OF SEVEN

Estimate: $80 - $120
Sold for
$307.50
Sold Price includes BP

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 COMPOSITION HEAD CHARACTER DOLLS, LOT OF SEVEN, each with hand-painted facial features, comprising four examples by Elsie Clark Krug, Baltimore, MD including Abraham and Mary Todd Lincoln, Eleanor Roosevelt and probably General Robert E. Lee, each lady signed on the back; a Josephine Aldrich Harris example depicting Florence Nightingale, signed on back shoulder in red "Harris 40", retains tag of information and series; Theodore Roosevelt; and Belle Boyd. Each in vintage clothing. Late 19th/20th century. 8 1/2" to 12" H.

Condition

Very good overall condition with expected wear, scattered imperfections. Clothing in very good condition, some with minor imperfections.

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