ORIGNAL 17" EFFANBEE HISTORICAL DOLL - COMPOSITION - ANNE SHIRLEY

Description

Rarely Seen 17-inch Composition Effanbee Historical Series Doll - All original
These dolls were produced shortly after the full series premeired at the 1939 World's Fair.  Those dolls were adult versions and promoted the 14-inch set that was available in stores.
Four of those dolls were later replicated as children - with shorter dresses that matched the style and colors of the longer ones of the 'adult' versions.  This is one of those four.  These dolls used the Anne Shirley heads and bodies.  This one is only marked
EFFANBEE U.S.A. on her head and back.
While not in the best shape, she is all original including dress, hat, undies, shoes and socks. Her clothes do have some dirt and staining but are in overall good condition.  Her shoe laces are missing. Her original wig is dark brown human hair and is full enough to do a good reset on.  There is a dab of what looks like shoe polish between her eyes.  I have not attempted to remove it. She does have some crazing and paint scrapes here and there and is missing fingers on both hands (see pictures).  I have not taken her shoes off but it does feel like her feel are intact.  She is very loose and does need restringing.  She wears her original Effanbee Durable Dolls Metal Bracelet.
Once again, she is not mint condition but is still quite a rare find. With some TLC she would make a very presentable display doll.
Please make sure to look at all the pictures as they are considered part of the description.  The doll stand shown is not included in this sale.