Lot # 141 - 1930s Effanbee Charlie McCarthy 20” Ventriloquist Dummy Doll

Opening Bid : $ 5.00
Start Date/Time: 20-Oct-2026 7:00:00 AM
End Date/Time: 27-Oct-2026 8:20:00 PM
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1930s Effanbee Charlie McCarthy 20” Ventriloquist Dummy Doll - Excelsior StuffedItem DescriptionAn authentic, officially licensed 1930s Charlie McCarthy ventriloquist dummy doll manufactured by the renowned Effanbee Doll Company. Capitalizing on the massive radio popularity of Edgar Bergen’s famous sidekick, this iconic piece of American entertainment history features a composition head with molded, painted hair and a classic pull-string mouth mechanism.

Measuring approximately 20 inches in length, this is the larger, highly collectible variant. The body is constructed of durable cloth firmly packed with period-accurate wood wool (excelsior) stuffing, visible via an open back seam. He wears his original, classic black felt tuxedo jacket and matching trousers.

An excellent, honest find for collectors of vintage toys, radio memorabilia, or ventriloquiana, perfect for display or a rewarding restoration project!


  • Completeness: Missing the original top hat, monocle, bow tie, and shoes.
  • Character: Charlie McCarthy (Edgar Bergen)
  • Manufacturer: Effanbee Doll Company
  • Era: Late 1930s
  • Size: Approx. 20"
  • Materials: Composition head, cloth body, wood wool (excelsior) stuffing

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