Folk Costume Doll Appraisal

Traditional Costume Souvenir Doll

This is a vintage souvenir doll, likely from the mid-20th century, characterized by its traditional costume. The doll features a plastic or hard plastic head, arms, and legs, with a soft body (not visible but implied by the construction often found in these types of dolls). The skin tone is a light 'flesh' color. Her face is hand-painted or machine-stamped with blue eyes, delicate black eyebrows, and red lips, while her hair is molded black plastic, styled in a simple, short bob. She wears a wide-brimmed straw hat adorned with colorful pom-poms or fabric circles in red, yellow, and green, suggesting a festive or regional style. The hat also has a thin green band and silver-colored tinsel around its edge. Her attire consists of a light pink top, possibly satin or a similar synthetic fabric, with short, puffed sleeves trimmed with white lace. A black apron, adorned with hand-painted or embroidered floral motifs in pink, green, and yellow, is worn over a full, red-and-white striped skirt. The apron's bottom edge is also trimmed with white lace, matching the sleeves. The doll's overall construction appears to be machine-made, indicative of mass production for the souvenir market. The condition appears good for its age, with no significant visible damage like cracks or tears, though minor wear consistent with display or storage might be present. The colors of the clothing remain vibrant, suggesting it has been well-preserved. There are no discernible maker's marks or signatures visible in the provided images. The craftmanship is typical for souvenir dolls, prioritizing decorative appeal over intricate detail.