Effanbee Anne Shirley 15" Composition Doll

Updated August 6, 2026

Lot number	36
Category	Toys & Collectibles
Auction	08-09-2026 Amazing Single Owner Antique Doll Collection!
Date	August 9, 2026 at 6:00 PM EDT
Auction house	Tom Hall Auctions, Inc
Location	Cambridge, ON

This is an Effanbee Anne Shirley 15 inch composition doll, manufactured circa late 1930s to early 1940s. The doll features her signature original composition body and characteristic sleep eyes, with the back of her torso clearly marked "EFFANBEE ANN SHIRLEY." Her hair, though original, has been restyled, and she is outfitted in age-appropriate clothing including a pink polka dot dress with lace collar and period shoes. She has been professionally restrung, ensuring stable posing. The surface displays paint crazing and significant paint chipping, primarily noticeable on the legs and arms, reflecting her age and use. The sleep eyes mechanism is intact. **SHIPPING NOT RECOMMENDED Shipping is not recommended for this doll due to the extremely delicate sleep eye mechanism. The internal eye assembly cannot be properly secured for safe transit without compromising the structural integrity of the doll. While we take great care in packaging every item, we cannot ensure the safe arrival of this doll through standard shipping methods. Bidders who require shipping are strongly encouraged to reconsider purchasing this item. If a buyer chooses to have the doll shipped despite this recommendation, they do so entirely at their own risk. The seller and auction company assume no responsibility or liability for any damage that may occur during transit or upon arrival at its destination.

Effanbee Anne Shirley 15" Composition Doll

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