#85

Rare Model of Italian Felt Boy by Lenci in Costume of Fascist Youth Group
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$1,700
sold
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Description
10" (25 cm.) Felt swivel head with pressed and painted facial features,brown side-glancing eyes,brown curly lashes,accented nostrils,closed mouth,brunette hair in short cropped fashion,jointing at shoulders and hips. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Lenci,model 70/17 from the 1933 catalog is wearing original costume of the Italian Fascist Youth Group comprising black felt jacket with felt covered buttons and Italian sleeve insignia,black felt cap with tassel and rare pin,grey shorts,blue felt tie,grey knit wool leggings,black laced shoes. Value Points: rare model in pristine condition.