American, Amish people, ca. 1910 to 1920s. A handmade cloth Amish doll with hand-stitched garments including a long forest green dress with a sage green overdress and a black bonnet - clothes that are characteristically plain and in similar to actual Amish wear. Notice also that the doll does not have facial features; this is traditional for the Amish as well. The blank face reflects the Amish belief in the Bible's commandment against graven images and also confirms the Amish belief that all folks are alike in the eyes of God. Size w/ dress: 13.5" H (34.3 cm)

Provenance: J Compton Gallery, Wimberley, Texas, USA

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#169687

Expected stains to face, hands, and legs commensurate with age and use. A few minute tears to legs/feet but otherwise in very good condition. The garments still show with vibrant coloration.