Posted 10 years ago
gtaylor700
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I just came across this African American doll and would love to know more about it. He is jointed at the shoulder and hips and neck and all parts appear to be connected inside by a thick rubber band. He measures about 13". There is writing in the back neck and dated 1966 I think. I can make out the letters 'mag'. I love the childlike face and the bald head. Anybody know who he is or how and when he came to be?
This is a Magge Head Kane Doll. She has a following of collectors . I actually had some she did as Pixies . She also wrote a Childs book on Pixies . She was a a doll artist and sculptor . He is wonderful example of her work . Dates 1960-70's appx.
About Magge Head Kane…
Magge Head Kane was a noted early doll artist who worked prolifically for many decades. Her specialty was portrait artist dolls and dolls that depicted figures from history. Magge Head also co-founded NIADA (National Institute of American Doll Artists) in 1963.
Her molds are often used in ceramic doll making classes to paint and assemble yourself or as a Kit . Not always sure if Magge did painting on the the dolls . and they can still be bought today as kits . Nice post :-)
Hi Manikin,
Thanks so much for the information. I posted the question last year and never checked back to the site to view your response until today! Great and very helpful information
Your welcome :-)