ThIs is a K&R Doll, with number 36 above the Star of David. This doll is the very first of the character dolls and was modeled from the three-day-old son of the workman who made it. It is a collector's item and there is one in the famous St George Collection. The letters K and R are marked on the back of the neck.
My Mom currently owns it and I am looking to sell it.
Hi Janice,
Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:
An antique Kammer & Reinhardt Kind doll
model #36, made in Germany, 1885-1933
A "kind" (baby) doll with bisque porcelain head and hands, painted features (blue eyes, red mouth), cotton nightsthirt.
10 inches tall
CONDITION:
PROVENANCE: inherited
$150-250*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.
Please let us know if you have additional items to appraise, and thank you again for using Mearto.
Thanks, Janice,
Sadly, there are enough of these dolls on the market that they are fairly modest in value.
You're all set.
Thank you so very much!
Hi Delia, the doll is 10" tall.