Sweet Sue: Germany
Name/Title
Sweet Sue: GermanyEntry/Object ID
2026.391.01Tags
American Character Doll Co, Doll, European, German, North America, Sweet SueDescription
Sweet Sue branded doll, the doll was purchased in Germany. The doll is dressed in a purple gown, at her waist she has a purple ribbon. Under, she wears a white petticoat and white bloomers. On one should her she has a white flower trimmed in white lace. Over top, she wears a white fur coat and a matching white fur hat. The doll has brown hair and blue eyes and is made of hard plastic.Use
Collectable item, toyContext
The American Character Doll Company was a leading U.S. toy manufacturer known for its high-quality construction and innovative features during the mid-20th century. The company was founded in 1919 in New York City by brothers Jacob and Max Brock, along with their associate Ed Schaefaer. They gained early fame for their "Petite" brand of composition dolls in the 1920s and were among the first to mass-market rubber dolls in the United States. Notable Doll Collections: 1. Tiny Tears (1950) 2. Betsy McCall (1957) 3. Tressy (1963) 4. Sweet Sue (1951) By 1967, the company faced significant debt. It officially filed for bankruptcy and closed its doors in 1968.Collection
American Character Doll CoCataloged By
Kat BezaireCategory
Doll