{"product_id":"antique-rose-o-neill-kewpie-doll-4-5-inches-all-bisque-germany-original-paper-label-c-1913-1920s","title":"Antique Rose O’Neill Kewpie Doll, 4.5 Inches — All-Bisque, Germany, Original Paper Label, c. 1913–1920s","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAntique Rose O’Neill Kewpie Doll, 4.5 Inches — All-Bisque, Germany, Original Paper Label, c. 1913–1920s\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nA charming antique \u003cstrong\u003eKewpie doll designed by Rose O’Neill\u003c\/strong\u003e, made in Germany in the early 20th century. This miniature all-bisque doll measures approximately \u003cstrong\u003e4.5 inches \/ 11.4 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e tall and retains all of the recognizable features of the classic Kewpie: side-glancing eyes, a tiny smile, the characteristic topknot, blue wings on the back, and expressive little hands.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe doll is made entirely of \u003cstrong\u003ebisque porcelain\u003c\/strong\u003e. The torso and legs are formed as one piece, while the arms are separately attached. An original round paper label with \u003cstrong\u003eRose O’Neill\u003c\/strong\u003e copyright information remains on the back, adding particular collector interest.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe green ribbon at the shoulder area is not part of the doll’s original decoration. It is used to \u003cstrong\u003esecure the arms\u003c\/strong\u003e and help keep them properly positioned.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe face is especially expressive, with painted side-glancing eyes, fine lashes, soft blush, and a bright little smile. The blue wings and warm reddish-brown painted hair details complete the classic appearance of an early Kewpie.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe doll is in \u003cstrong\u003egood antique condition\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe arm attachment loops are intact.\u003c\/strong\u003e There are small chips along the outer edges of the arm attachment areas, as well as minor chips around the shoulders. The green ribbon is used solely for additional arm support.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe original paper label on the back remains present and shows natural age-related wear. Please review all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the condition description.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesigner:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rose O’Neill\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Germany\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e circa 1913–1920s\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 4.5 inches \/ 11.4 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e bisque porcelain\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e antique Kewpie doll\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEyes:\u003c\/strong\u003e painted, side-glancing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWings:\u003c\/strong\u003e painted blue\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHair:\u003c\/strong\u003e painted reddish-brown details\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArms:\u003c\/strong\u003e separately attached\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArm attachment loops:\u003c\/strong\u003e intact\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e small chips along the outer edges of the arm attachment areas and minor chips around the shoulders\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLabel:\u003c\/strong\u003e original round Rose O’Neill paper label on the back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nSmall in size but instantly recognizable, this \u003cstrong\u003eearly Rose O’Neill Kewpie doll\u003c\/strong\u003e combines the charm of the original character with appealing collector features, including its all-bisque construction, classic blue wings, and surviving paper label. It would make a beautiful addition to a collection of antique character dolls, miniature bisque dolls, or early Kewpie figures.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/FAQPage\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n    \u003ch4 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eWho created the Kewpie character?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n    \u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cp itemprop=\"text\"\u003e\n        The Kewpie character was created by artist and illustrator \u003cstrong\u003eRose O’Neill\u003c\/strong\u003e and became one of the most recognizable character designs of the early 20th century.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n    \u003ch4 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eWhere was this doll made?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n    \u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cp itemprop=\"text\"\u003e\n        This doll was made in \u003cstrong\u003eGermany\u003c\/strong\u003e, where many early bisque Kewpie dolls were produced.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n    \u003ch4 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eWhat period does this doll date to?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n    \u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cp itemprop=\"text\"\u003e\n        The doll dates to approximately \u003cstrong\u003e1913–1920s\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n    \u003ch4 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eWhat size is the doll?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n    \u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cp itemprop=\"text\"\u003e\n        The doll measures approximately \u003cstrong\u003e4.5 inches \/ 11.4 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e tall.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n    \u003ch4 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eIs the original label still present?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n    \u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cp itemprop=\"text\"\u003e\n        Yes. The doll retains its \u003cstrong\u003eoriginal round Rose O’Neill paper label\u003c\/strong\u003e on the back.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n    \u003ch4 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eAre the arm attachments damaged?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n    \u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cp itemprop=\"text\"\u003e\n        The arm attachment loops are intact. There are small chips along the outer edges of the arm attachment areas, as well as minor chips around the shoulders.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n    \u003ch4 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eIs the green ribbon original to the doll?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n    \u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n      \u003cp itemprop=\"text\"\u003e\n        No. The ribbon is used only to help secure the arms and is not part of the original decorative design.\n      \u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Kewpie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49753182011620,"sku":null,"price":36.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0803\/4834\/8644\/files\/antique-rose-o-neill-kewpie-doll-4-5-inches-all-bisque-germany-original-paper-label-c-1913-1920s-1.png?v=1788214280","url":"https:\/\/yanalamar.gallery\/products\/antique-rose-o-neill-kewpie-doll-4-5-inches-all-bisque-germany-original-paper-label-c-1913-1920s","provider":"Yana Lamar Gallery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}