These early 1930s dolls came in a variety of stylessizes. From our origins in london in 1903, deans have always been at the forefront of toy design and manufacture and were the first british company to produce teddy bears as early as 1915 as documented and probably even earlier from 1906. An essential book for collectors of dean s teddy bears, dolls, toys, mickey mouse, golllies and rag books with a history of the company and details on production. Attached to one arm is the original cardboard tag with front text a1 toys are hygienicmickey mouse along with company name, back text includes mickey mouse by exclusive arrangement with ideal films ltd. This is the only example of this puppet that has been found. Deans rag books, or just deans was founded in 1903 by henry samuel dean to produce rag books for children. Pair of homemade mickey and minnie mouse cloth dolls, ca. Invaluable is the world s largest marketplace for art, antiques, and collectibles. Here is a very rare dean s mickey mouse, with a blue body, so he is red, white and blue. Deans rag book collection first british teddy bear company. Large 1930s dean s rag micky mouse w celluloid googly eyes. An old deans rag book co ltd figure of mickey mouse and.
Among those posts you can check out pluto and flip and froggy. Deans rag book company was founded in august 1903 by henry samuel dean. New listing disney character deans rag book mickey mouse 1930s 6inch. Deans made many types of toys from rag books, for which they were initially famous, to beautifully crafted dolls, teddy bears and even mickey mouse and other. In later years another company merger and new management have given us the deans we now know. It is speculated that the deans rag book dolls might have been part of horsmans babyland line. The item vintage walt disney mickey mouse velvet doll by deans rag book co moving eyes is in sale since thursday, july 14, 2016. Deans rag book mickey mouse, british, 1930s jul 07.
He has all velvet body, leather pads for his feet and felt hands. The deans rag book company limited the first 100 years. Then in 1915 a gap in the market due to the war, madeway for deans to produce mohair soft toys and in 1922, they crafted their first premier bear. Mickey mouse soft toy by the deans rag book co 1903 ltd, ca. A 1930 s dean s rag book mickey mouse velvet doll, marked to neck, reg no 73063, with repairs and wear, a 1930 s deans rag book donald duck, bears stitched label to foot and a fisher price painted wood pop up kritters collapsible pluto ears missing 3. Deans made many types of toys from rag books from which they were initially famous, to beautifully crafted dolls, teddy bears and even mickey mouse and other characters. Here we have a delightful 6 high mickey mouse figure made by deans rag book company in the early 1930s. Dean rag co ltd toys inspired by the success of the books, the company began to make spinoffs cloth toys inspired by the books or popular fictional characters of the day. Sep 20, 2017 f ive of the queens dolls including mickey and minnie mouse dolls made by the traditional british toy maker deans rag book company form part of the sale. The clothbodied dolls, which still have their original garments, were made by the traditional british toy maker deans rag book company circa 1930 after the mickey mouse character debuted in walt disneys 1928 animated short film steamboat willie. I shared some of my small scale mickey jazzers below. This is a nice little example of a deans mickey mouse velvet toy dating to the 1920s 30s and in good original condition with slight period wear as you would expect but no damage. Dean s rag book walt disney mickey mouse, 1930s, reg. Deans bears a brief history of britains oldest teddy.
In the late 20th century, deans were to be found in pontypool, gwent uk where the production of limited edition collector teddy bears began and made the company one of. A little dean s history after changes and collaborations, deans rag book co was born in 1903, exchanging paper for printed cotton children s books. He fit on the gramophone and danced around as the music played. The first mickey mouse soft toy was designed and released by dean s in 1930. The first rag book was produced in 1902 and was so successful that the deans ragbook company was formed on the back of this in 1903. In the late 20th century deans were to be found in pontypool, gwent uk where the production of limited edition collector teddy bears began and made the company one of the best loved teddy bear manufactures in the uk. Deans rag book co teddy bears shop for the widest range of deans rag book. Rags to riches history of the deans rag books, dolls and. This version has leather soles to his large topolino a mouse called mickey. Mickey mouse and minnie mouse, both bearing registration no. Deans rag book mickey mouse, british, 1930s, printed velveteen mask face, toothy grin, remnants of reg design no. However although it was registered on august 5th 1903 as a company, henry samuel dean had been using the 2 dogs l. Hakes mickey mouse english doll by deans rag book co. The deans rag book company limited the first 100 years 1903.
Mickey mouse made for kings coronation in 1937, status. This wonderful bunch of little mickeys and one minnie is courtesy of britains deans rag book company the greatest maker of the off model mickey mouse that i know of. It was is a large company and i have to believe they had the license to mickey, but that leaves us scratching our head about why he came out so wonderfully toothy and terrifying. Walt was not happy with the company s rendition of mickey. Price guide for an old deans rag book co ltd figure of mickey. Ltd, cloth book, another on nottinghamshire printed works. Deans rag book collection first british teddy bear. Deans rag book for sale in uk 27 used deans rag books. Great savings free delivery collection on many items deans rag book in dean s teddy bears for sale ebay. The clothbodied dolls, which still have their original garments, were made by the traditional british toy maker deans rag book company circa 1930 after the mickey mouse character debuted in. On neck 750611, celluloid googoo eyes, hands replaced, repairs, af you must be a subscriber, and be logged in to view price and dealer details. Original condi 1930s deans rag book old teddy bear w label english antique. Items in the worthopedia are obtained exclusively from licensors and partners solely for our members research needs. Character merchandise began to appear dismal desmond in 1926, mickey mouse in 1930 and were followed by pluto, goofy, lucky oswald, popeye and others.
Official walt disney design, sold under the designpatent number 750611. Since 1988 deans have concentrated on producing just limited edition bears. Deans rag book mickey mouse we use cookies to remember choices you make on functionality and personal features to enhance your experience to our site. In good condition, and comes with original box, also in. Mickey mouse with printed velvet face, unusual black mohair head and body, black felt ears, swivel head, wired limbs with yellow felt five fingered hands and wearing replacement pink and turquoise dungaree shorts and shoes 22in. Mickey and minnie mouse by deans rag book, apr 26, 2005. Mickey mouse doll, deans rag book company, 1930, d334. Made specially for the king george vis coronation in 1937. Ltd in the 1930s, the character having debuted in walt disney s 1928 animated short film steamboat willie. Deans made many types of toys from rag books, for which they were initially famous, to beautifully crafted dolls, teddy bears and even mickey mouse and other characters.
Ltd in the 1930s, the character having debuted in walt disneys 1928 animated short film steamboat willie. Official deans rag book company shop at world of deans bears. During the next decade, they also produced donald duck, pluto and. An old deans rag book co ltd figure of mickey mouse and one of minnie mouse, each with deans button and 6 high 2. Buy online, view images and see past prices for 1930 s dean s rag book mickey mouse doll. Values of character dolls depend on those who collect them. Deans made many types of toys from rag books for which they were initially famous to beautifully crafted dolls, teddy bears and even mickey mouse and other characters. And we take a close look at the artists and personalities that made the deans rag book company such a roaring success. Vintage walt disney mickey mouse velvet doll by deans rag.
Invaluable is the worlds largest marketplace for art, antiques, and. No label but i dont know if these toys had one or not. An essential book for collectors of deans teddy bears, dolls, toys, mickey mouse, golllies and rag books with a history of the company and details on production of the numerous products made since 1902. These mickey and minnie dolls were produced by the dean s rag book co. The toy is made from black plush material, with a cream face and cream hands.
Mickey mouse made for king s coronation in 1937, status. Mickey mouse deans disney english doll version a 1930s. Great savings free delivery collection on many items. Mickey mouse doll, deans rag book company, 1930, d334 flickr. Great little 1920s deans rag book velvet mickey mouse soft toy. It s a long way from them being responsible for printing books for over 200 years. Mickey mouse toy what is it worth 1930s mickey mouse doll ebay 1930 s mickey mouse dean rag doll old doll mickey mouse minnie handmade cloth dolls antique 1930 s mickey mouse doll 6 tall price guide mickey mouse toy what is it worth. Lotart 1930s deans rag book mickey mouse marionette. Attached to one arm is the original cardboard tag with front text a1 toys are hygienic mickey mouse along with company name, back text includes mickey mouse by exclusive arrangement with ideal films ltd.
The queens childhood mickey and minnie mouse dolls are put. Figure is quite delicate in parts, particularly the feet but. Deans rag book company 1903 brighton toy and model museum. Made using the company s patented evipose jointing system, so the limbs can be bent in any direction. The dean s rag book company limited the first 100 years 19032003 191 pages. Inspired by the success of the books, the company began to make spinoffs cloth toys inspired by the books or popular fictional characters of the day. This version has leather soles to his large see more. These mickey and minnie dolls were produced by the deans rag book co. Queens toys on sale, including these mickey and minnie.
An essential book for collectors of dean s teddy bears, dolls, toys, mickey mouse, golllies and rag books with a history of the company and details on production of the numerous products made since 1902. Ltd the first 100 years by neil miller if you are interested in the history of this spinoff rag book, toys, and teddy bear company. It is speculated that the dean s rag book dolls might have been part of horsman s babyland line. This mickey mouse toy was made by the deans rag book co. No, this is not a stuffed animal depicting disneys mickey mouse as an alien from outer spaceits a vintage 30s stuffed disney mickey mouse. Oct 5, 2015 rare dean s rag book mickey mouse 1930 s minnie mouse. Mickey mouse with black velvet body, white velvet face with printed features, white felt hands, yellow felt shoes with leather soles, red velvet shorts, wired limbs and printed registration mark to neck 8in. Daniel agnew antique teddy bears, toys and dolls, description. I believe the wonderful outsized mickey to be made by britains deans rag book company a toy company i have written about several times in the past. Buy online, view images and see past prices for 1930s dean s rag book mickey mouse doll. About 8 high, wonderful early dean s rag book mickey mouse marionette puppet. The first is mickey mouse dressed as a cowboy as he was in his twogun mickey movie cartoon. Horseman distributed their dolls in the united states. This item is in the category collectibles\disneyana\vintage pre1968\plush toys.
We also examine the myriad of toys and dolls produced by this innovative publishing house that include dismal desmond, flip the frog and and the famous mickey mouse. A 1930s deans rag book mickey mouse velvet doll, marked to neck, reg no 73063, with repairs and wear, a 1930s deans rag book donald duck, bears stitched label to foot and a fisher price painted wood pop up kritters collapsible pluto ears missing 3. This jazzer doll has a wire attachment to reverse and is designed to be mounted to a record player so that when the record is revolving at its normal speed the figure should dance an amazing variety of jazz steps. These jazzers were fitted to the tone arm of a gramaphone by an adjustable clip not included. Deans rag book co teddy bear ltd ed 8 of 38 hannah 16 jointed pale. Deans bears a brief history of britains oldest teddy bear. The first mickey mouse soft toy was designed and released by deans in 1930. Deans mickey mouse jazzers the very first mickeys ever made by deans rag book in england.
Stitched tag wmade in england by dean s rag book co. Disney character deans rag book mickey mouse 1930s 6inch. During the next decade, they also produced donald duck, pluto and other character dolls. Mickey complete wfour pants buttons and partial rubber tail as typically found.
Rare deans rag book mickey mouse 1930s minnie mouse. Super rare vintage 1930s deans rag book pluto 0 results. In good condition, and comes with original box, also in good condition. A 1930s deans rag book black velveteen minnie mouse with rare metal button on back, eleven other deans evripose dolls, and a mixed selection of other soft toys, various more details live auction. The seller is 1996forward and is located in littleton, massachusetts. In 1917, moulded faced dolls were produced for the first time and over the next 20 years, the deans rag book company ltd. Childhood dolls and dresses including mickey and minnie mouse.
Here we have a delightful 6 high mickey mouse figure made by deans rag book company in the early this version has leather soles to his large here we have a delightful 6 high mickey mouse figure made by deans rag book company in the early 1930s. Hands on mickey appear to have been off, the leather on the soles of minnies feet is peeling. Rare antique deans rag book company, london mickey mouse. Deans rag book walt disney mickey mouse, 1930s, reg. This is a 6 tall mickey mouse doll wfeltvelveteencovered body, wire inserts for posing.
Very rare and niceexample of mickey mouses dog pluto made by deans rag book co. Chad valley, dean s rag, gund, crown, knickerbocker. In the late 20th century, deans were to be found in pontypool, gwent, where the production of limited editiion collector teddy bears began and made the company one of the. Buy deans rag book and get the best deals at the lowest prices on ebay.
Made using the companys patented evipose jointing system. Popular doll figures included alice in wonderland, peter pan and wendy and mickey and minnie mouse made under licence from disney. Rags to riches history of the deans rag books, dolls. Original condi 1930s deans rag book old teddy bear w label. From here they bloomed, being the first company licensed to produce mickey mouse, pluto and donald duck. Mickey and minnie mouse by deans rag book, printed felt, complete with outfits and shoes, circa 1930, col.
Vintage 1930s mickey mouse plush stuffed toy doll by deans rag book co. Buy online, view images and see past prices for dean s rag book walt disney mickey mouse, 1930s, reg. The hands are barely attached to the arms and need to be restitched. Queens toys on sale, including these mickey and minnie mouse. Mickey the gardener vintage 1950s 1960s deans rag book walt disney productions. However, their expertise in working with cloth, printing and patterns also led them to branch out into other enterprises such as making soft toys and cutout books. Sep 20, 2017 five of the queens dolls including mickey and minnie mouse dolls made by the traditional british toy maker deans rag book company form part of the sale. This is mickey mouse jazzer was made by deans rag book company in london, england in 1932 as a toy to dance on the phonograph. Rare vintage 1930 s deans rag book mickey mouse gramophone jazzer 6. Buy deans rag book in dean s teddy bears and get the best deals at the lowest prices on ebay.
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