#377

American Composition Doll,Possibly Portraying Marlene Dietrich
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$150
sold
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Description
14"(36 cm.) Composition socket head,blue sleep eyes,real lashes,painted features,closed mouth,blonde mohair wig,composition body with jointing at shoulders and hips,wearing original coral gown with lace collar and hat,undergarments and shoes. Condition: generally excellent,costume and complexion bright and fresh. Comments: maker unknown,circa 1940,according to research by Billie Nelson Tyrrell,the doll represents Marlene Dietrich; a celluloid button with the actress's face is attached. Value Points: fine original costume,the fresh costume enhanced by silk purple orchids on the gown and hair.