Sleepy Dwarf Plush Appraisal

Vintage Walt Disney 'Sleepy' Dwarf Plush with Vinyl/Rubber Face

This is a vintage character plush toy representing 'Sleepy' from Walt Disney's 1937 masterpiece 'Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.' The figure features a distinct, molded vinyl or soft rubber head characterized by closed eyelids, a rounded nose, and prominent ears, capturing the character's signature drowsy expression. He is wearing a red fabric pointed cap with raw, frayed edges. The body is constructed from a soft, tan-colored fabric with a stuffed torso and limbs. A notable identifying feature is the presence of an orange-and-black plaid/checked patch on the upper right sleeve, which is a common characteristic of specific dolls produced by makers like Knickerbocker or Gund during the mid-20th century (likely 1950s-1960s). The doll shows significant signs of age and play wear; the vinyl face has a slightly greasy or tacky-looking patina common with aging plastics, and the fabric body exhibits overall surface soiling and fading. A patch of faux-fur beard remains visible under the chin area, though it appears matted. The construction quality reflects a mass-produced mid-century collectible toy, and the presence of the frayed hat and original patchwork indicates it is likely in 'as-found' vintage condition.