1997 Jan Shackelford Christmas "Danny"
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$125.00
Jan Shackelford 1997 Christmas “Danny” Doll – Handmade Folk Art Cloth Doll with Hobby Horse
This is a rare and charming 1997 handmade cloth doll by artist Jan Shackelford, titled “Danny.” Known for her expressive folk art dolls with big, soulful eyes and hand-crafted details, Shackelford’s creations have become highly sought after by collectors of contemporary folk and primitive art.
Danny is dressed for the holidays in festive red pants with playful bear print, a cream shirt, and little black boots. He comes holding a whimsical wooden hobby horse with a painted giraffe head and red ribbon bridle, adding to his nostalgic, storybook charm. The doll is signed and dated by the artist, with its original handwritten tag still attached.
✨ Details:
Artist: Jan Shackelford
Title: Danny
Year: 1997
Medium: Handcrafted cloth doll with painted face and sculpted features
Outfit: Festive red pants, cream shirt, black lace-up boots
Accessories: Wooden giraffe hobby horse
Signed & dated by artist with original tag
Condition: Excellent vintage condition (see photos)
Price includes shipping in US
About the Artist:
Jan Shackelford is a well-known American folk artist who began making dolls in the 1980s. Each of her dolls is handmade and hand-painted, carrying a distinctive personality that resonates with collectors. Her work combines whimsy and nostalgia, drawing inspiration from childhood innocence, holidays, and Americana traditions. Today, Jan Shackelford dolls are cherished as collectible works of contemporary folk art.