Raggedy ann and andy are still just as adorable as when john gruelle created them for his daughter back in the early 1900s. The original adventures of raggedy ann, the original adventures of raggedy andy, both have sticker and stamp in the front but books are otherwise great, 5. Compare your doll to other dolls and prices from antique dealers. The character was created in 1915 as a doll, and was introduced to the public in the 1918 book raggedy ann stories. The inside story of raggedy ann, who turns 100 years old this. Classic raggedy ann and andy brass key doll in box 8. Several books on raggedy ann and andy dolls have price lists, such as the raggedy ann and andy family album by susan ann garrison 1.
Raggedy ann and andy continue to be among the most treasured of all dolls. It wasnt until 1918 that she was introduced in the book the raggedy ann stories. Couple pieces missing but artist has colored those pieces so exactly that you cant see where they are unless you search for them. Vintage raggedy ann dolls celebrating 100 years of love. Aurora world limited edition boxed set asleepawake vintage raggedy ann and raggedy andy dolls, 12 high. Overall good shape for their age and use but they definitely show signs of being loved. Raggedy ann is a rag doll with red yarn for hair and a triangle nose. Sep 08, 2015 in 1920, gruelle gave ann a jauntily dressed brother, raggedy andy, introduced in raggedy andy stories.
Raggedy ann from keller books browse recent arrivals. Raggedy andy was introduced in 1920, in a sequel book. A sequel to the first book, raggedy andy stories 1920, introduced the character of her brother, raggedy andy, a vintage doll dressed in sailor suit and hat. How much is the original set of raggedy ann and andy books. Raggedy andy was introduced in 1920, in a sequel book, titled the raggedy andy stories. The bliff, egbert elephant art by dan noonan, the brownies submarine adventure art by walt kelly, 9 pages, a play for halloween, and billy and bonny bee, plus animal mother goose by kelly 2 pages. Rag0325j raggedy dogs bone, raggedy ann and andy book, 1988 rag0325j this listing is for the hard cover book, raggedy dogs bone, volume 10 in raggedy ann and andy s growandlearn library. Huge sentimental value to me, cant ever see parting with them. Dont forget raggedy anns friends, some of which are quite collectible. In 1920, gruelle introduced the raggedy andy stories. It shows many hardtofind items, items still in original packages, and provides accurate information and realistic values. Raggedy ann was first introduced as a doll in 1915.
How to find out if my raggedy ann doll is worth money. Raggedy ann and andy and the camel with the wrinkled knees 1960 hb. Raggedy ann and andy manufacture production timeline doll timeline 1918 thru present. Raggedy andy stories 1920 raggedy ann and andy and the camel with. Gruelle wrote and illustrated a series of books until his death in 1938. Raggedy ann and andy and the camel with the wrinkled knees book reissue of original see below for book wo dust jacket discount regular price. Apr 18, 2017 several books on raggedy ann and andy dolls have price lists, such as the raggedy ann and andy family album by susan ann garrison 1. The character was created in 1915 as a doll, and was. Volland arranged to sell raggedy ann dolls along with the books, and the tiein between gruelles raggedy ann stories and the dolls proved a marketing hit. It has now sold more than 150 editions, 5,000 books per edition. The very first raggedy ann stories by johnny gruelle and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at.
Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands. Vintage raggedy ann christmas candle holders with candles by napco. Find the complete raggedy ann and andy book series listed in order. Gruelle knew he had a money maker and quickly licensed p. Whether to satisfy your own nostalgia, to present as a gift for a child to enjoy, or to build a collection, its good to know how to identify and select antique and vintage raggedy ann and andy dolls produced before 1970. Was the raggedy ann doll modeled after a child killed by a. Raggedy ann and andy 1946 dell 1st series comic books. Little golden books, raggedy ann and andy little golden. Raggedy annandy collectors and sellers public group. Raggedy ann and andy very own by johnny gruelle abebooks. Raggedy ann is a rag doll with red yarn for hair and has a triangle nose. Vtg 1960 johnny gruelle raggedy ann andy book lot stories. What is the value of ragedy and books from 70 years ago answered by a verified antique expert. Get the best deals on raggedy ann book when you shop the largest.
Children everywhere have fallen in love with these rag dolls and cherished them. See more ideas about raggedy ann and andy, raggedy ann, raggedy. Overall good shape for their age and use but they definitely show signs of. A buyers guide to pre1970 vintage raggedy ann and andy dolls. Raggedy annandy collectors and sellers public group facebook.
The original adventures of raggedy ann and raggedy andy. What is the value of the original raggedy ann stories. Raggedy ann is a fictional character created by writer johnny gruelle 18801938 in a series of books he wrote and illustrated for young children. See all formats and editions hide other formats and editions.
Raggedy ann and andy and the camel with the wrinkled knees. A raggedy ann story 1929 raggedy ann in the deep deep woods 1930. Although johnny gruelles books are treasured for their collectors value alone, many including yours truly value the raggedy ann books. Hundreds of dolls, figurines, clocks, cookie jars, jewelry, baby goods, records, plates, ornaments, music boxes, clothing, coloring books.
An inside look at dolls from raggedy ann to barbie camelot world series, busy days with raggedy ann and andy, and several more. Board book dated 1987 this is a peek a board book a little corner cover edge wear. Naming it raggedy ann after two poems by his friend james whitcomb riley, the raggedy man and orphan annie, he made up a series of stories around this character to entertain his only child, who loved to spend hours playing dolls. Raggedy ann and andy books by johnny gruelle from the 1920s. Hardcover raggedy ann s alphabet book written and illustrated by johnny gruelle. Gruelle created a host of characters to keep raggedy ann company in his books. Values of raggedy ann and andy free comic book values. It was his grandchildren who began marketing ann and andy in earnest. At the turn of the 20th century he began writing stories about raggedy ann to entertain his. I have produced many childrens theatre productions, and this is one of my favorites. One fan is 29yearold richard zvirzin, who has 3,500 raggedy anns and andys in his. Feb 23, 2015 in 1918, the pf volland company published raggedy ann stories.
And grandma gave the doll a twitch with her fngers in such a way that the. Raggedy ann is a character created by american writer johnny gruelle 18801938 that appeared in a series of books he wrote and illustrated for young children. What is your raggedy ann and andy comic book worth. Gruelle then created a series of popular raggedy ann books and dolls. Gruelle received us patent d47789 for his raggedy ann doll on september 7, 1915. Great deals on one book or all books in the series. Johnny gruelle eventually created over forty raggedy ann and andy books, all capturing his unique version of childhood. New listingcharming large antique 1920s 20 handmade gruelle raggedy ann and andy doll charming and wellmade 20 raggedy ann and andy dolls dating from the 1920s or 1930s. This book is about raggedy ann and some other unmemorable dolls hanging out in a little girls nursery. A musical adventure is a 1977 american liveactionanimated musical fantasy film directed by richard williams, produced by the bobbsmerrill company, a publishing arm of itt, and released theatrically by 20th century fox. He had already written and illustrated a book of original fairy tales before creating the raggedy ann and andy stories.
Pictured is the knickerbocker, georgene, volland and various type raggedies. The inside story of raggedy ann, who turns 100 years old. What is the value of ragedy and books from 70 years ago. Raggedy ann is a fictional character created by american writer johnny gruelle 18801938 in a series of books he wrote and illustrated for young children. Marcella gruelle contracted diphtheria and died at the age.
Introducing the little rag brother of raggedy ann by johnny gruelle and kim gruelle sep 30, 1993 4. In them, when humans werent looking, raggedy ann and andy came to life and embarked on many adventures. The world of raggedy ann collectibles features the many variety of dolls as well as banks, books, playsets, games, lamps, music facts, sizes, dates, and current values. In 1920, gruelle gave ann a jauntily dressed brother, raggedy andy, introduced in raggedy andy stories.
A handbook and price guide schiffer book for collectors jan lindenberger on. Feb, 1987 two of the most beloved and popular characters are the charming, carrottopped duo of raggedy ann and andy. Make sure to read the sweetcreepy preface, which talks about how the little girl marcela was a real person and died horribly young, so her dad decided to write a bunch of stories about a fantasyland version of her childhood. Raggedy andy stories 1920 raggedy ann and andy and the camel with the wrinkled knees 1924 wooden willie 1927 raggedy ann s fairy stories 1928 raggedy ann s magical wishes 1928 marcella. These are vintage 1980s to 2000s raggedy ann dolls. Vintage 1943 raggedy ann and the hoppy toad book by johnny gruelle. Charming large antique 1920s 20 handmade gruelle raggedy ann and andy doll charming and wellmade 20 raggedy ann and andy dolls dating from the 1920s or 1930s. When raggedy ann and andy pick a lucky penny from the lucky penny tree, they have no idea that it will lead them to all sorts of new friends and adventures right after they meet a prince who has lost his memory, they are captured by the wicked king growch, who locks them up in his prison coop. Get the best deals on raggedy ann book when you shop the largest online selection at.
A variety of lovable characters teach sound lessons with refreshing splashes of humor throughout. Vintage raggedy ann hardback book is in good plus to very good condition with a. They even have the same sweet faces, looped yarn hair, and charming outfits that so many of us fell in love with when we were kids. Johnny gruelle 18801938 was an extremely talented cartoonist, illustrator, and storyteller. Raggedy ann, heroine of the first book, was a favorite doll of his daughter, marcella, who died after a long illness at the age of thirteen. Raggedy ann and andy books by johnny gruelle from the 1920. Raggedy ann, heroine of the first, was the favorite doll of his daughter, marcella, who died after a long illness at the age of.
These lists can give you details and clues as to what your doll might be worth. Raggedy ann and andy dolls100th birthday limited edition. Raggedy ann and andy raggedy ann was a character in a series of childrens books, raggedy ann stories. Find the value of the gold key comic raggedy ann and andy volume 1. From her playmate raggedy andy and the camel with wrinkled knees to beloved belindy and uncle clem, all the characters ended up being immortalized in rag doll form. Raggedy ann and raggedy andy dolls, limited editions, and. He had already written and illustrated a book of original fairy tales before creating the first two raggedy books, raggedy ann stories and raggedy andy stories. Gruelle also contributed cartoons and illustrations to. The original adventures of raggedy ann and raggedy andy hardcover september 10, 1996 by rh value publishing author 5. Raggedy ann and raggedy andy s very own fairy stories by gruelle, johnny and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Raggedy andy stories by johnny gruelle free at loyal books.
Raggedy ann and andy by johnny gruelle nook book ebook. A 1941 short film had previously featured the raggedy ann and andy characters created by johnny gruelle. Oct 06, 2000 the raggedy ann character was ed in 1915 by johnny gruelle, a commercial artist. Apr 11, 2018 these are vintage 1980s to 2000s raggedy ann dolls. It contains 44 pages with large print and color illustrations on each page. Review by julie mccreight, flinthills high school, rosalia, kan. John barton gruelle december 24, 1880 january 9, 1938 was an american artist, political cartoonist, childrens book and comics authors, illustrator, and storyteller. The raggedy ann and andy book series by multiple authors includes books raggedy ann and the birthday surprise, dolls. He is best known as the creator of raggedy ann and raggedy andy dolls and as the authorillustrator of dozens of books.
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