Black Collectible Dolls
Renowned doll maker Madame Alexander made black collectible dolls. The first two black dolls she made names where Hilda and Cynthia-both using a Margaret O’Brien face mold. In the 1950s, white civil rights activist Sara Lee Creech led an effort to produce more authentic African-American dolls, in which she was joined by Eleanor Roosevelt and other notables who convinced Ideal Toy Co. to make its Sara Lee the first ethnically-correct mass-produced doll in America; in 1968, Remco produced a whole line of lifelike black dolls, such as Walking Winnie and Tippy Tumbles. Since then, there has been an explosion of African-American dolls, including Cabbage Patch Kids, and an extended family of black Barbie dolls. (just a little history on black dolls).
Madame Alexander’s 18″ play doll has a huggable cloth body, open and close sleep eyes and the highest quality beautiful rooted hair that you can style any way you choose. Doll comes with her very own special pet tote. Spend countless hours of fun letting your imagination run free with the best friend you could ever have!
My Little Girl - The dolls in this collection capture all the charm of little girls. Each doll features soft fabric bodies, vinyl arms and legs, and rooted hair for styling. Hair accessories are included for extra fun and beautifully detailed outfits can be removed and are washable.
The Special Occasions Collection- This African-American bride is so romantic in her white dress! A groom to match is available separately.
What is a bride without the groom. The African American Groom doll is dressed in a black velvet tailcoat, top hat and boutonniere. Doll measures 8″ high. The Groom features beautiful brown eyes. Isn’t he handsome?
Madame Alexander’s Just Like Mommy is dressed in a pretty pink and white pinafore-style dress that has vintage floral embroidery and a pink taffeta lining. She also wears lace-trimmed white socks. She has on all her mommy’s finery: big rhinestone earrings, a bracelet, a large string of pearls, Mommy’s big white hat, and sling-back shoes. She is as pretty as a botton.
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November 30th, 2009 at 10:18 pm
Thanks so much for this background on the history of black collectible dolls. I’ve purchased black dolls for years for my friends’ kids, but I was unaware of this history. I remember seeing very few black dolls when I was a child. I was not aware of the Madame Alexander line. The dolls are so lovely. Thanks for a new resource; I will bookmark this site and return.
December 1st, 2009 at 3:12 pm
These a good tip on how to take care of your Christmas stocking. I never thought about that I have some that was made my elder family members that I would like the cherish for years to come. Thanks for the tip
December 1st, 2009 at 3:13 pm
Thank you for this article. These are some pretty dolls that you would be proud to give your love ones. I have brought many dolls for my daughter I wish I know about these dolls the quality look like the dolls could be past to generations. I will have to keep this site in mind
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December 21st, 2009 at 6:03 pm
It?s good to see you posting on this topic, I have to book mark this web site. Just keep up the good work.
January 9th, 2010 at 10:18 pm
Nice article. Those are lovely dolls.
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February 2nd, 2010 at 11:00 am
Thanks for such a wonderful blog.I will have to buy for my little one because the dolls look great and nice to keep home.
February 27th, 2010 at 2:13 pm
The Madame Alexander doll is my favorite. I didn’t know that this doll existed and I used to collect them. Thank you for sharing all of this great information.
March 5th, 2010 at 8:08 am
Great posting