Childhood Doll Appraisal

Vintage Girl Doll in Pink Gingham Dress and Bonnet

The item is a small, vintage-style doll, approximately 8-10 inches tall based on its proportion next to common household items like a lamp base. Its head appears to be made of a hard plastic, composition, or perhaps porcelain bisque, with a matte finish. The facial features include painted brown eyes with a somewhat vacant or melancholic expression, delicate painted eyebrows, and a small, closed red mouth. The doll has light blonde, possibly synthetic or mohair, hair styled in soft curls that peek out from under its bonnet. It is dressed in a charming, traditional outfit, likely made of cotton or a cotton blend fabric. The main garment is a pink and white gingham checked dress, with a full skirt and possibly puffed sleeves or a simple bodice. Over the dress, there is a lighter pink or white lace-trimmed top or bib, secured with a pink ribbon tie at the neck, which forms a small bow. The doll wears a matching pink bonnet with ruffles around the brim, tied with a similar pink ribbon under the chin. Its feet are adorned with small, pink, laced shoes, exhibiting some wear or discoloration. The doll's limbs appear to be soft-bodied or jointed, allowing for some posing. There are no clear manufacturer's marks visible in the image. The doll's condition appears good for its presumed age, with a slight darkening or patina to the face, consistent with vintage materials. The overall aesthetic suggests an early to mid-20th century production, possibly from the 1930s-1950s, embodying a nostalgic or 'sweetheart' doll style.