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Description
11" (28 cm.) Each has paper mache shoulder head with uniquely sculpted features, modeled closed eyes, uptilted nose, closed mouth with wide beaming smile, orange or brunette fleecy wig, original simple muslin body and raggedy costume. Condition: good, some rubs on original facial finish. Comments: early 20th century, promotional dolls for English Bistro Gravy, based upon advertising illustrations by Will Owens and designed to convey the notion that the kids were savoring the aroma of Bistro Gravy. Value Points: rarely found urchin dolls with distinctive modeling.