Effanbee

Effanbee Dolls were a fixture of the 20th century. Effanbee Dolls started production of their popular toys in 1912, right at the beginning of the era of composition dolls. They were well known for creating the first realistically proportioned child doll, known as Patsy. The company had great success with its composition creations, most notably Patsy and her family of dolls. The Patsy line was extensive and ranged in sizes from six to 30 inches.

So many of these dolls were produced that they are a common sight in antique stores. Later dolls were made in hard plastic and vinyl. The Dydee Baby was the first "drink and wet" doll made of hard vinyl. The company has had a series of owners since its creation and is currently owned by Tonner Dolls.

Founders and Years of Production of Effanbee Dolls

Effanbee Dolls was founded by Bernard Fleischaker and Hugo Baum. Effanbee Dolls have been in nearly continuous production since 1912 through to today, although the company has had a series of owners (and has faced a few financial hurdles and bankruptcies) which caused some small gaps in doll production.

Dolls That Have Been Produced by Effanbee Dolls

Well-known dolls that have been produced by Effanbee Dolls include Patsy, Patsyette, Skippy, Dydee Baby, Tintair, Little Lady, Ann Shirley, American Children by Dewees Cochran, Brenda Starr and many others.