#69

Italian Felt Doll Depicting Swiss Guard by Lenci
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$1,800
sold
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Description
17" (43 cm.) Felt swivel head with pressed and painted facial features, brown side-glancing eyes, grey eye shadow, closed mouth with accent dots on bottom lip, brunette mohair wig, jointing at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Lenci, circa 1930. Value Points: rare model wearing vibrant original felt costume depicting Swiss Guard, tiered pleated collar, black felt cap, black leather shoes, and carrying wooden sword and shield accessories.