Character Doll Appraisal

Sweet Alice Walks Character Doll

This is a "Sweet Alice Walks" American character doll, likely from the 1950s, given the provided context. The doll features a composition or hard plastic head with a light skin tone, prominent rosy cheeks, and painted facial features including dark brown or black eyebrows, black eyelashes, and red lips. The eyes appear to be sleep eyes, although their open position in the image prevents full confirmation of their functionality. She has short, reddish-blonde, curly hair with bangs, styled in a classic 1950s manner. The body of the doll appears to be made from a different material, possibly cloth or a softer composition, indicated by the less rigid appearance of the limbs beneath the clothing. She is dressed in a simple, solid blue dress with puffed sleeves and a pleated or gathered skirt, consistent with children's attire of the period. The dress shows some minor creasing but no obvious tears or significant stains. The doll's legs are covered in what appear to be ribbed, light-colored or off-white stockings or socks, which exhibit some minor wear or discoloration, particularly around the knees and ankles. The feet are not clearly visible. A notable feature is the tag hanging from her wrist, which likely identifies the doll and its 'Sweet Alice Walks' mechanism, suggesting a walking function where her head turns as she walks. The overall condition is described as 'good condition' in the provided context, which aligns with the visible lack of major damage such as cracks, chips, or staining on her face or dress. There is a specific mention of 'pen for missing' which is unclear in its meaning without further context, but could refer to a missing accessory or a correction on the tag. The craftsmanship appears to be typical of mass-produced character dolls of the era, designed for play rather than high artistry, but with attention to facial details and costume.