African American Doll Appraisal

African American Raggedy Ann-style Plush Doll

This is a plush, soft-bodied doll, evidently crafted to resemble a 'Raggedy Ann' type, but with features indicative of an African American identity, as highlighted by the dark brown skin tone and black yarn hair. The doll features a rounded head, dark brown limbs, and black cylindrical feet. Its facial features are embroidered, presenting a gentle expression with closed eyes, arched eyebrows, 'blushing' red circular cheeks, and a prominent red triangular nose, evoking the classic 'Raggedy Ann' aesthetic. The mouth is a simple red stitched arch. The doll's hair is made from black yarn, styled into what appears to be numerous short, curly bundles, with two distinct, smaller black hair buns or knots positioned on top of the head, giving it a playful, almost antenna-like appearance. The doll is dressed in a white fabric shirt with a subtle purple floral or geometric pattern, featuring a white Peter Pan collar and white cuffs. A dark, possibly black, tie or ribbon is loosely knotted around the collar. The doll's lower body is clad in solid purple shorts that extend to just above the knees, revealing striped white and beige or cream-colored stockings on its lower legs. The feet are solid black, consistent with the rest of the body's construction. The overall condition appears good, with no visible tears or significant staining. The craftsmanship appears to be in the style of a handmade or small-batch manufactured item, likely a contemporary piece owing to the intentional cultural representation, rather than a vintage item. The materials suggest a focus on comfort and child-friendliness.