Where does the media image of a child wearing a sailor suit and clutching a gigantic lollipop come from?

by Ellikichi

Propeller beanie optional. Was this actually a popular look for children at some time and place? Did it catch on as a concept because of a media depiction? Was it a marketing thing?

OldPersonName

u/gerardmenfin has an answer that at least addresses the navy uniform.

https://www.reddit.com/r/AskHistorians/comments/q1trcc/little_boys_in_sailor_uniforms_c1900/hfmbwtl?utm_medium=android_app&utm_source=share&context=3