#157

American Composition Doll of Shirley Temple by Ideal in Rare Publicity Costume
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18" (46 cm.) All composition with socket head, hazel sleep eyes, human hair lashes, open mouth, row of teeth, impressed dimples, blonde mohair ringlet curled wig, jointing at shoulders and hips, marked Shirley Temple, Ideal N&T Co. The doll is wearing a blue cotton dress with white polka dots and contrasting dotted collar, inspired by publicity photos of Shirley taken at the time of release of "Baby Take a Bow" film of 1934. Excellent condition. Ideal, circa 1934. The dress was offered in blue or red variations. Included is a photograph of Shirley Temple wearing the publicity costume.