#240

Three German Wooden Character Dolls in Occupational Uniforms by Zwergtruhe
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$400 / $600
Description
14" (36 cm.) Each is all wooden doll with ball-shaped swivel head, ruddy complexion, and having cartoonish-style painted facial features, rounded nose, applied ears, black fleecy moustache, swivel waist, jointing at shoulders, elbows, hips and knees, over-sized feet. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Zwergtruhe ein Qualitatsbegriff ges gesch (paper label on feet) Made in Germany (stamp on feet). Comments: Germany, circa 1940s/1950s. Value Points: three models from the amusing occupational series with well-defined details, cartoonish facial painting and original costumes and accessories.