Handmade Black Cloth Folk Art Doll with Bouclé Hair, mid-to-late 20th Century

Story

Stitched by hand from scraps of woven cloth, this doll carries the long tradition of American folk dollmaking. Her boucle yarn curls and hand-painted eyes reflect a maker who put genuine care into creating a soulful, unique companion.

Maker / Origin

Made by an anonymous home crafter or folk artist. The tradition of handmade Black rag and cloth dolls in America stretches from the antebellum era through the mid-20th century civil rights era, often crafted by mothers and grandmothers using household fabric remnants when commercial representation was scarce or caricatured.

Condition & Value

Good vintage condition overall with clear signs of age. Visible moth/insect nibbles and small holes near the collar and upper bodice of the dress, along with light fading and loose threads at seam edges. The face, hair, and body fabric remain intact and well-preserved. Textile wear reduces value by roughly 20-30%.