This doll was given to me as a gift from my father in about 1946. When you wind the key, the weight, located in a ball on the hat, causes the hat to spin and the uneven base makes the doll turn and wobble as she "dances". The doll is molded from some sort of light weight plastic. The back and front are molded and then attached together at the sides with tabs through a slot at her shoulders. I have looked the doll over from head to toe and have not been able to find any identifying marks to indicate the manufacturer or place of origin. All I know is that I was told that my father went to visit his father in Green Bay, Wisconsin and apparently he attended a fair or carnival while there. Whether he got the doll there or not is unsure, but I am quite sure it came from Green Bay and I know that I was less than 2 years old when I got it. I have included photos taken of the doll from four angles.
Description
Category
Antique Toys
Medium
Molded, lightweight plastic with metal key mechanism
Distinguishing marks
none noted
Condition
Excellent
Size and dimensions of this item
measures about 10" high, base is 4 1/2"x4 1/4"
Date Period
Approximately 1946
Weight
Approximately 5 ounces
History
This toy was given to me by my father when I was less than 2 years old. I believe it may have come from a fair or carnival in Green Bay Wisconsin. He was returning from there when he brought the gift for me. My mother never let me play with it alone. She always wound it and kept it on a shelf, so it never had rough treatment. I have kept it ever since and always wondered if it had any value. I have never seen another one like it anywhere.
eBay Auction Link
Price Paid (If known)
unknown
For Sale?
No
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