While some (if not all) of the original books have lapsed into the public domain, and can be used freely, the characters themselves may be protected as trademarks so you will have to do some further research depending on your intended use.
First produced in 1915, Raggedy Ann is in the public domain.
Raggedy Ann and Raggedy Andy - 1941 was released on: USA: 11 April 1941
The cast of Raggedy Ann and Raggedy Andy - 1941 includes: Tommy Bupp as Raggedy Andy Pinto Colvig as Camel
Johnny Gruelle wrote stories with the characters Raggedy Ann and Raggedy Andy to comfort his daughter Marcella who was sick. Some of the stories included Marcella as the owner of Raggedy Ann and Andy.
Raggedy Ann was first introduced as a doll in 1915. It wasn't until 1918 that she was introduced in the book "The Raggedy Ann Stories". Raggedy Andy was introduced in 1920, in a sequel book, titled "The Raggedy Andy Stories".
In Spanish, "Raggedy Ann doll" is translated as "muñeca Raggedy Ann." The name "Raggedy Ann" typically remains the same, as it is a proper noun. You might also refer to it as "muñeca de trapo" if you want to describe it as a cloth doll.
Raggedy Andy A sequel, Raggedy Andy Stories (1920) introduced the character of her brother, Raggedy Andy, dressed in sailor suit and hat.
Yes, Raggedy Ann was inducted into the National Toy Hall of Fame in 2002. Raggedy Andy joined her in 2007
anti-vaccination movement Gruelle created Raggedy Ann for his daughter, Marcella. Marcella died at age 13 after being vaccinated at school for smallpox without her parents' consent. Gruelle became an opponent of vaccination, and the Raggedy Ann doll was used as a symbol by the anti-vaccination movement.
My cousin has three different 'Raggedy Ann' dolls. This paper's edge is raggedy.
Yes, you can legally make and sell Raggedy Ann dolls, but you must be cautious about trademark and copyright laws. The name "Raggedy Ann" and the original design are protected by intellectual property rights. If you create a similar doll but use a different name and design, you may avoid legal issues. However, it's advisable to consult a legal expert to ensure compliance with all relevant laws.
CBS Storybreak - 1985 Raggedy Ann and Raggedy Andy and the Camel with the Wrinkled Knees was released on: USA: 1988