#256

Early Italian Character,Series 109,in Original Folklore Costume by Lenci
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$950
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Description
21" (53 cm.) Felt swivel head with pressed and painted facial features,brown side-glancing eyes,dark eyeliner,painted upper brown curly lashes,grey eye shadow,tiny nose with accented nostrils,closed rosebud-shaped mouth with accent dots on bottom lip,blonde mohair wig in side-coiled braids,jointing at shoulders and hips,mitten hands with separate thumb. Condition: very good,some light costume fading,spot on left hand. Marks: Lenci (early brown paper label on hip). Comments: Lenci,circa 1925,an early example of the 109 model. Value Points: rare doll with original felt costume having elaborate detail of embroidery,original undergarments,socks,shoes,and felt wide- brimmed bonnet with applique flowers.