#273

Rare Set, American Felt Character Dolls "Babes in the Wood" by R. John Wright
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17" (43 cm.) Each is all felt with socket head, jointing at shoulders and hips, painted brown eyes, grey eye shadow, painted upper lashes, closed mouth with accent line between the lips, brunette mohair wig. Condition: near mint. Marks: (with original documents and in original labeled box). Comments: R. John Wright, his set of "Babes in the Wood" inspired by the artwork of early 20th century illustrator Jessie Wilcox Smith, an exclusive edition of 100 made for The Toy Shoppe of Richmond, 2007. Value Points: rare models from the illustrious American doll artist, of which this is #47 from the very limited edition.