Identifier:
1999.52.1a-i
Description:
a: Porcelain head baby doll with porcelain arms and legs and stuffed cloth body. Doll has molded reddish blonde hair and molded open mouth. Movable blue eyes. b: removable long white eyelet Christening gown with velcro back closure, long sleeves and eyelet ruffle collar, c: removable white fleece diaper with velcro sides, d-e: two white crocheted booties with cream colored ribbon, f: white eyelet lace bonnet g: rectangular doll bed mattress of plain white cotton with eyelet ruffle around entire edge, h: rectangular wicker basket for bed, i: removable ribbon, cream color, 44.50' long, wraps around next, ties in front to form bow.;Gerber Company has been an important part of the Fremont/Newaygo County economy for many years. Gerber baby foods were introduced in early 1900s. In 1928 the Gerber baby first appeared in advertising and has been used ever since.;Impressed into porcelain at back of neck: GERBER PRODUCTS CO. 1981/c/.../..D 887;1) Paper hang tag: Certificate of Authenticity. Tag explains history of doll. Once attached to doll, now attached with string to basket. |
Date:
1981
Materials:
Porcelain, Cloth
Dimensions:
2" h 13" w 3.5" d
Current Location Status:
On Exhibit
Collection Tier:
Tier 2
Source:
In Memory Of Richard Bumstead
Exhibit/Program:
D is for Dolls (after 1998)
Related Entities:
Atlanta Novelty Division Of Gerber Products Company (creator)
Bumstead, Jean (donor)
