Black Nanny style doll hand stitched possibly from civil war era
This came from a lady i bought i from who got it a few years ago from a professor who died in his 90s and he had it most of his life. He got it from his great grandmother and that’s all i know about it’s history. It’s a Nanny style and i thought the fabric coclor interesting. It’s entirely fabric with what looks like real hair on top. Hand stitched. It’s in pretty good contition accept for a few marks, especially on the legs. There are a few stains on the head covering. It feels very fragile so i’m trying to handle it as little as possible
16 by 11 by 3
Garage / Yard Sale
Yes
Hi Brady,
Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:
A primitive antique hand-sewn "Mamie" Black cloth doll
American, 19th Century
The female cotton figure with white cotton headscarf over what appears to be human hair, button eyes, sewn nose and mouth, white neckerchief and red and cream print dress. Black cloth body. Unmarked.
16 inches long
CONDITION: appears to be in generally good condition with wear and losses commensurate to age.
$500-800*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.
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