The earliest raggedy ann dolls documented were offered by the p. Raggedy ann and andy paper dolls whitman raggedy ann and andy paper dolls book uncut w press out costumes 1978. Other early names to look for on raggedy ann dolls are mollyes doll outfitters and georgene novelties. It contains 44 pages with large print and color illustrations on each page.
Sold 2 flatsy ann 3 raggedy ann cologne doll with cologne still in it. Any raggedy ann doll from 1918 up until 1960 may be considered an antique. See more ideas about raggedy ann and andy, raggedy ann and dolls. Amazons choice for vintage raggedy ann and andy dolls delton products corp girl raggedy with kitty cat 19 inch cotton blend plush table top figurine doll multicolor 4. To get the trademark to manufacture the doll, legend has it. Go to the library and research raggedy ann and andy books 1 2. I was looking for patriotic outfits for memorial day and fourth of july and low and behold some incredible vendor had a little dress with the ann and andy dolls. Unfollow raggedy ann doll to stop getting updates on your ebay feed.
Sep 08, 2015 raggedy ann defies a lot, dee dee valencia, product manager and unofficial raggedy ann expert at aurora world, inc. A sequel to the first book, raggedy andy stories 1920, introduced the character of her brother, raggedy andy, a vintage doll dressed in sailor suit and hat. I was looking for patriotic outfits for memorial day and fourth of july and low and behold some incredible vendor had a little dress with the ann and andy dolls on them. In 1970 a mother, doting on her only daughter, purchased a raggedy ann doll from an antique store. Several books on raggedy ann and andy dolls have price lists, such as the raggedy ann and andy family album by susan. How to find out if my raggedy ann doll is worth money. Biggest online resource identifying dolls antique to modern. The character was created in 1915 as a doll, and was introduced to the public in the 1918 book raggedy ann stories. When attempting to sell a doll, many sellers list the doll, no matter the condition, with the highest value listed in the guides. Gruelle then created a series of popular raggedy ann. Antique raggedy ann dolls for sale antique furniture and. Pictured is the knickerbocker, georgene, volland and various type raggedies.
It shows many hardtofind items, items still in original packages, and provides accurate information and realistic values. I got a small raggedy ann and raggedy andy doll for the greatgranddaughter of my best friend. Mollyes manufactured these dolls from 1935 to 1938, and then georgene took over from 1938 to 1963. Volland raggedy ann doll, book authentic reproduction limited edition u. While there are no tags or labels to tell you what year your doll was made, there are other ways to determine a raggedy ann doll s value. Gruelle wrote and illustrated a series of books until his death in 1938. In cleveland, floyd jones appraises raggedy ann and andy dolls, ca. Dec 18, 2018 raggedy ann sharing love and smiles for 100 years 19152015.
Jun 06, 2019 this episode in their career was included in the book the demonologist by gerald brittle about the warrens. Apr 18, 2017 determine the exact age of your raggedy ann doll. Apr 11, 2018 these are vintage 1980s to 2000s raggedy ann dolls. Sometimes its turned out to be surprisingly valuable. Featuring a molded vinyl face and plush body, which likely means the doll was produced in the 1950s or 1960s. The world of raggedy ann collectibles features the many variety of dolls as well as banks, books, playsets, games, lamps, music facts, sizes, dates, and current values. Andy warhol japanese book 1978 super rare from japan. Raggedy ann and andy dolls original john gruelle reproductions. Whether to satisfy your own nostalgia, to present as a gift for a child to enjoy, or to build a collection, its good to know how to identify and select antique and vintage raggedy ann and andy dolls produced before 1970. You could try to wash the clothes if they come off by hand with some woolite, rinse well and hang to dry.
Dolls without packaging may or may not have their original tags attached. Huge sentimental value to me, cant ever see parting with them. The world of raggedy ann collectibles features the many variety of dolls as well as banks, books, playsets, games, lamps, music. The inside story of raggedy ann, who turns 100 years old this. International shipping items may be subject to customs processing depending on the items customs value. While there are no tags or labels to tell you what year your doll was made, there are other ways to determine a raggedy ann dolls value.
The story about a rag doll found in a grandmothers attic captured the hearts of many. A buyers guide to pre1970 vintage raggedy ann and andy dolls. Raggedy ann and andy have been created in nearly every size imaginable. Learn to make a gorgeous curly yarn wig for your next handmade doll. Through the generations, raggedy ann and andysread more. Johnny gruelle eventually created over forty raggedy ann and andy books, all capturing his unique version of childhood. Jun 26, 2015 on that fateful rainy day, raggedy ann was born and johnny gruelle received a patent for his raggedy ann doll on september 7, 1915.
One way to value your doll is to scour online sites or doll collector books for clues. Playskool 1990 vintage raggedy ann and andy dolls in box holiday edition. A raggedy ann story 1929 raggedy ann in the deep deep woods 1930. Raggedy ann and andy books by johnny gruelle from the 1920s. Raggedy ann, heroine of the first book, was a favorite doll of his daughter, marcella, who died after a long illness at the age of thirteen. It has been stated that this is one of the most unusual cases of a possessed object on record.
Other factors that affect the dolls value depend on when the doll was manufactured and the condition of the packaging. Vintage 1970 raggedy ann and andy book ends the bobbs merrill co. Raggedy annandy collectors and sellers public group. Lot 6 raggedy ann books vintage johnny gruelle childrens books cookie land. Vintage raggedy ann dolls celebrating 100 years of love. Rare raggedy ann and andy metal figurine 1977, lovers gift, valentines gift, book lover, raggedy ann paperweight, raggedy andy collection pasteletpixel 5 out of 5. Cleaning an old raggedy ann doll association for library. Marcella fell in love with raggedy ann, and the two became inseparable. Rag0325j raggedy dogs bone, raggedy ann and andy book, 1988 rag0325j this listing is for the hard cover book, raggedy dogs bone, volume 10 in raggedy ann and andys growandlearn library. According the most commonly held raggedy ann origins story, gruelle got the idea for the dolls appearance when his daughter marcella brought to him a faceless rag doll from grandmothers closet. Raggedy ann and andy dolls from knickerbocker toy co. Sizes of raggedy ann and andy dolls range from miniature under 6 to 48 and up. Get the best deals on raggedy ann book when you shop the largest online selection at.
A buying guide to vintage raggedy ann and andy dolls. I have a raggedy doll from late 1950s or early 1960s. Cloth customs services and international tracking provided. These charming replicas capture all the authenticity of the originals, which were created by john gruelle.
The same soft, huggable raggedy ann you played with as a child is back to delight the imagination of a new generation, accompanied by her brother raggedy andy. Couple pieces missing but artist has colored those pieces so exactly that you cant see where they are unless you search for them. Jan 11, 2017 raggedy ann dolls were created by a griefstricken father who lost his daughter to a vaccinerelated illness, and who wished to broadcast the risks of vaccination. Vintage raggedy ann dolls and andy dolls in their original, unopened boxes are generally worth more.
Apr 18, 2017 a doll that has been played with is worth significantly less than the price quoted in a price guide. New listingvintage 19 knickerbocker raggedy ann doll. Not knowing how the fabric has aged, i would hesitate to put them in the washing machine. Hugs raggedy ann and raggedy andy dolls based on the books by johnny gruelle. They also licensed other companies to make the dolls, such as this plush kuddle kewpie made by knickerbocker companywhich at the time was most famous as the maker of raggedy ann and andy dolls. Raggedy ann is a rag doll with red yarn for hair and a triangle nose. Oct 06, 2000 the raggedy ann character was ed in 1915 by johnny gruelle, a commercial artist. I always love having an appraiser look at my stuff. The values given by the experts on antiques roadshow are considered verbal approximations. While rag dolls are quite simple compared to fancier antique dolls made. Gruelle received us patent d47789 for his raggedy ann doll on september 7, 1915.
On that fateful rainy day, raggedy ann was born and johnny gruelle received a patent for his raggedy ann doll on september 7, 1915. Vintage raggedy ann doll 1960s knickerbocker toy co. The introduction of the cottage raggedy ann which was modeled after gruelles book illustrations was timed to coinside with the fall 1918 publication of raggedy ann stories. Also a maud tousey fangel cloth peggy ann doll, 14 tall. From her dubious beginning as a faceless raggedy doll left to molder in the gruelle familys attic, the refurbished and renamed raggedy ann doll took the public by storm in 1918 when gruelle, a political cartoonist by trade, introduced her as the heroine of a book, raggedy ann stories. The best thing to do with a handmade doll like this would be to do as little as possible. These are vintage 1980s to 2000s raggedy ann dolls. Get the best deals on black raggedy ann doll when you shop the largest online selection at. Raggedy andy stories 1920 raggedy ann and andy and the camel with the wrinkled knees 1924 wooden willie 1927 raggedy ann s fairy stories 1928 raggedy ann s magical wishes 1928 marcella. Over 1,200 fullcolor photos are brought together with facts, sizes, dates and current collector values of raggedy ann and andy dolls. The strange link between raggedy ann and the antivaxxers.
Make offer vintage raggedy ann doll johnny gruelle georgene novelties floral print dress 15. Naming it raggedy ann after two poems by his friend james whitcomb riley, the raggedy man and orphan annie, he made up a series of stories around this character to entertain his only child, who loved to spend hours playing dolls. If youre looking for a lovable piece of history, then raggedy ann and her brother andy could be the next two additions to your home. This fun book provides a valuable guide to the collector as well as the dealer. See more ideas about raggedy ann and andy, raggedy ann and prints. Knickerbocker raggedy ann doll value knickerbocker raggedy. Can anyone give me some advice on cleaning the doll. Raggedy ann and andy clip art visit etsy com raggedy. Lot 6 raggedy ann books vintage 1940s 1960s johnny gruelle. I made a large raggedy ann doll for my daughter 40.
Raggedy ann and rags by johnny gruelle 2002, hardcover kohls cares book andy. See more ideas about raggedy ann, raggedy ann and andy and dolls. See more ideas about raggedy ann, raggedy, raggedy ann and andy. This is a very early raggedy ann example coveted by many ardent doll collectors. It wasnt until after his daughter fell ill and died that gruelle began writing childrens books based on the dolls character.
Vintage customs services and international tracking provided. Aurora world limited edition boxed set asleepawake vintage raggedy ann and raggedy andy dolls, 12 high 5. Was the raggedy ann doll modeled after a child killed by a. Deluxe 16 raggedy ann doll with embroidered eyes and removable clothes. In 1918, the pf volland company published raggedy ann stories. Doll chronology heirloom quality handmade raggedy ann. The best deals on contemporary 1970now, vintage pre1970. The raggedy ann and andy books are classic story books that teach great virtues. The story of the possessed raggedy ann doll, annabelle. The first book, raggedy ann stories was published in 1918. The raggedy ann character was ed in 1915 by johnny gruelle, a commercial artist. Raggedy andy would come along later, in the sequel, raggedy andy stories in 1920. Find listings of antiques appraisers in your area through local newspapers or the yellow pages.
Raggedy ann and her friends take a large share of the collectible market. If your doll was created before 1960, it may be considered antique. Huge raggedy ann cloth doll w miniature raggedy ann doll 33 12 tall wonderful. Money back guarantee ensures you receive the item you ordered or get your money back. Vintage antique classic raggedy andy doll cloth handmade 34 inches tall. When a doll was marketed with the book, the concept had great success. Aug 16, 2017 hi, i have a raggedy ann doll from late 1950s or early 1960s. Raggedy ann and andy continue to be among the most treasured of all dolls.
Vintage, raggedy ann doll, georgene novelties, johnny gruelle, original tag, 19 tall, authentic raggedy ann, collectors, ships free usa fabvintageestates 5. However, classic, standard sizes of the dolls are from 15 to 18. Some dolls made in a similar style have been found stamped bavaria, and others have accessories such as mirrors and parrots. An antique dealer specializing black memorabilia, jan has begun collecting and decorating her home with these. Johnny gruelle was an extremely talented cartoonist, illustrator, and storyteller. This is not the value of the doll unless the doll meets the mintcondition criteria. Ive washed and ironed the clothing, but the body and hair is so dusty. Gruelle knew he had a money maker and quickly licensed p. He had already written and illustrated a book of original fairy tales before creating the raggedy ann and andy stories.
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