antique Hansel and Gretel dolls

by Patricia Trapasso
(Copiague, NY USA)

I'm not too familiar with the different compositions but these dolls are 15" tall and their entire bodies (torso, arms, legs & head) are made from a rough type of material.

If I squeeze their legs, arms, or head, they're very firm (hard), not soft like you'd expect a regular doll made out of material would be.

Their arms and legs are both movable and attached to the torso (torso, arms & legs are not one piece). Their heads are stationary and do not move.

They both have hair under their hats with Gretel having 6-inch braids hanging out.

There are no markings on each doll -anywhere - at all. While their eyes and mouth are shaped, they're painted.

Any and all information is very appreciated!