#374

A Smaller Version of American Composition Doll as
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$300
sold
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Description
7"(18 cm.) One piece composition head and torso,painted facial features,blue side-glancing eyes,black mohair wig under turban that is lavishly-decorated with fruits and vegetables,jointed arms and legs,painted shoes,wearing original tagged "Carmen"costume. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: "Carmen",Madame Alexander,New York. Comments: Alexander,circa 1935,inspired by the popular performances of Carmen Miranda. Value Points: well-preserved little doll with wonderful head-dress.