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AUSTRALIAN ARMY MILITARIA SOLDIER DOLL SOFT TOY PLUSH WW2 CIRCA 1940
$750
For sale is this antique Australian Army Soldier Doll, which belonged to my mother. She was born in 1941 and the doll would date back to this period. I remember also playing with it when I was young.
According to mum, the soldier doll did have a slouch soldier hat, but sadly this is missing. The height of the doll is approximately 30cm. Other features include unit colour patches on the right sleeve. Interestingly, these patches have their origins from World War 1 and this may possibly mean that the doll dates back to this time??? Another feature is the intricate metal belt buckle. Finally, I’m quite intrigued by the doll’s feminine facial features such as the red lips and over exaggerated eye lashes. Could the doll be a nod to the Australian Women Army Service (AWAS)??? Given its age, the doll is in surprisingly good condition. All stitching remains intact and the stuffing in the doll has not lost any of its firmness, which is a testament to its handmade quality and longevity. They certainly don’t make them like this anymore and by all standards this is a rare piece of militaria.
I hope that the eventual buyer of the doll will restore it to its former glory and I would like to think that it may even be displayed in a museum for people to appreciate.
If you have any questions then I would be more than happy to answer them.
According to mum, the soldier doll did have a slouch soldier hat, but sadly this is missing. The height of the doll is approximately 30cm. Other features include unit colour patches on the right sleeve. Interestingly, these patches have their origins from World War 1 and this may possibly mean that the doll dates back to this time??? Another feature is the intricate metal belt buckle. Finally, I’m quite intrigued by the doll’s feminine facial features such as the red lips and over exaggerated eye lashes. Could the doll be a nod to the Australian Women Army Service (AWAS)??? Given its age, the doll is in surprisingly good condition. All stitching remains intact and the stuffing in the doll has not lost any of its firmness, which is a testament to its handmade quality and longevity. They certainly don’t make them like this anymore and by all standards this is a rare piece of militaria.
I hope that the eventual buyer of the doll will restore it to its former glory and I would like to think that it may even be displayed in a museum for people to appreciate.
If you have any questions then I would be more than happy to answer them.
- Date Listed:07/11/2023
- Last Edited:07/11/2023
- Condition:Used
- Shipping:Pickup Only
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