Vintage Amish Cloth 13" Doll, c.1950-60's, Midwest. Here is an authentic Amish cloth doll, made the old way using whatever scraps were available.
Era: c. 1950's-60's
Height: 13.5"
Construction Fabric/Stuffing: 2 layers of Cotton sheeting stuffed with rags and poly fiber fill in head and hands.
Body-shape, Hands, Feet: Flat, pancake style, same front and back. Elongated body, small head. Arms and legs bend, can sit.
Clothing: Navy cotton/polyester dress, newer white prayer cap added.
Provenance/Region: OH or IN
Type, Tourist or Play: Play with play wear and soil patina to exposed head and limbs.
This doll comes from a private collection in Camp Hill, PA. Previous owner bought doll from Amish friend that visited relatives in the Midwest and deals brought back this doll for her.
Product code: Vintage Amish Cloth deals 13" Doll, c.1950-60's, Midwest