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Ichabod Crane — 1988 Limited Edition 251/500

$600.00

Edition: 251 of 500 | Condition: Pristine | Extremely Rare

Inspired by Washington Irving’s The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, Ichabod Crane is one of the most literary and expressive figures ever created by the Simpich workshop—and a standout example of the studio’s late-1980s character work.

Introduced in 1988, this limited-edition piece captures Ichabod in a moment of quiet absorption, perched atop his horse as he reads, blissfully unaware of the looming folklore that surrounds his tale. The composition is unmistakably Simpich: narrative-driven, slightly whimsical, and rich with motion and personality.

The sculpting is exceptionally detailed, from Ichabod’s elongated features and thoughtful expression to the careful posture of the horse beneath him. His period attire—complete with tricorn hat, tailored coat, and riding satchel—is meticulously hand-painted in layered, time-worn tones. The horse, equally expressive, adds depth and movement to the piece, grounding the scene while reinforcing the sense of journey and story.

As with all true Simpich Character Dolls, each figure was hand-sculpted, hand-painted, and individually finished, ensuring subtle variations that make every example unique. The wooden base provides stability while framing the figure as a true display piece rather than a simple figurine.

Today, pristine examples are increasingly difficult to find, especially with strong color, clean surfaces, and intact detailing.

A remarkable piece for collectors of Simpich literature-inspired designs, early limited editions, or classic American folklore—Ichabod Crane remains as charming and distinctive now as when he first rode into the Simpich catalog.

Edition: 251 of 500 | Condition: Pristine | Extremely Rare

Inspired by Washington Irving’s The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, Ichabod Crane is one of the most literary and expressive figures ever created by the Simpich workshop—and a standout example of the studio’s late-1980s character work.

Introduced in 1988, this limited-edition piece captures Ichabod in a moment of quiet absorption, perched atop his horse as he reads, blissfully unaware of the looming folklore that surrounds his tale. The composition is unmistakably Simpich: narrative-driven, slightly whimsical, and rich with motion and personality.

The sculpting is exceptionally detailed, from Ichabod’s elongated features and thoughtful expression to the careful posture of the horse beneath him. His period attire—complete with tricorn hat, tailored coat, and riding satchel—is meticulously hand-painted in layered, time-worn tones. The horse, equally expressive, adds depth and movement to the piece, grounding the scene while reinforcing the sense of journey and story.

As with all true Simpich Character Dolls, each figure was hand-sculpted, hand-painted, and individually finished, ensuring subtle variations that make every example unique. The wooden base provides stability while framing the figure as a true display piece rather than a simple figurine.

Today, pristine examples are increasingly difficult to find, especially with strong color, clean surfaces, and intact detailing.

A remarkable piece for collectors of Simpich literature-inspired designs, early limited editions, or classic American folklore—Ichabod Crane remains as charming and distinctive now as when he first rode into the Simpich catalog.

Each handmade figure is inspected and certified by a member of the Simpich family and includes a Certificate of Authenticity with a unique Certification number assigned. All dolls we sell will be in displayable condition, but price will refect the doll’s overall condition. Images are of the doll you will receive.

It is our express purpose to maintain the quality and value of Simpich Dolls in the secondary market, so that their heritage and unique worth for future generations will not be diminished.

All Sales are Final

Condition Descriptions:

Heirloom Condition: We reserve this designation for only the most exceptional pieces. Hierloom pieces have been personally inspected and restored to a Like New Condition by David Simpich.

Pristine Condition: These dolls arrived in fantastic condition, void of resin or paint chipping, fading, or missing pieces. Pieces with this designation needed little or no repair work by David SImpich.

Excellent Condition: Dolls in Excellent condition have weathered years of love well, subtle signs of their often decades of display can be seen as slight fading, minor scuffs on their wooden stands, or tiny paint chips.

Displayable Condition: These pieces appear in excellent or pristine condition while on display, but upon a closer look, you may find fading, paint chips, or significant scuffs on their wooden stands. We are excited to offer these pieces a second life as a more affordable option.

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