#217

Italian Felt Miniature Doll in Military Costume by Lenci
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$300
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Description
9 1/2" (24 cm.) Felt swivel head with pressed and painted facial features, large blue down-glancing googly-like eyes, "O" shaped mouth, blonde mohair wig, jointed arms and legs. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Lenci, 1940s. Value Points: rare model wearing well-preserved original costume comprising blue felt jacket with yellow appliques, white felt pants, blue felt cap with yellow felt eagle insignia, black felt shoes. The actual doll is shown in the book, Lenci, the History and the Dolls, by Nancy Lazenby, page 129.