#520

American Composition "Vanta Baby" by Amberg
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$950
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16" (41 cm.) Composition shoulder head with sculpted short curly hair in tan/brown color,blue sleep eyes,painted lashes,feathered brows,open mouth,two beaded upper teeth,blushed cheeks,muslin baby torso and upper limbs,composition lower legs and arms. Condition: generally excellent,surface paint flaking on right leg,few splits on left palm. Marks: Vanta Baby Amberg (doll and costume). Comments: Amberg,circa 1920s,the doll was issued as promotional model for the Vanta baby clothing line. Value Points: rare to find model with beautiful finish on face and hair,original rose baby gown and bonnet,and with original "Vanta Baby" paper label.