#18

Two Italian Felt Miniature Dolls by Lenci with Accessories
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$950
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9" (23 cm.) Each has felt head with pressed and painted facial features, large "O"-shaped side-glancing eyes, bow-shaped mouth, one with blonde mohair curls wearing original Dutch costume with elaborate appliques, and carrying a wooden potted felt flower; the other with auburn mohair wig under colorful bandana, wearing burgundy felt dress with applique polka dots and carrying little wooden pig, each with original Lenci silver foil and cloth labels, one numbered 19, the other 22. Excellent condition with slight fading. Italian, Lenci, mid-1930s.