Italian Felt Googly Character in Original Tuxedo by Lenci

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19" (48 cm.) Felt swivel head with pressed and painted facial features,very large round googly eyes whose pronounced pupils are enhanced with decorative glaze,painted long brown curly lashes,arched brows,accented nostrils,closed mouth in wide 0- shape,brunette short brown mohair wig,jointing at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Lenci,1931,from the series of six googly-eyed models offered by the firm in that year's catalog. Value Points: rare model with wonderfully-painted features,wearing his original felt tuxedo comprising fitted short jacket,striped grey and black felt trousers,black shoes,white cotton shirt,black tie,felt gloves,and felt black top hat.