#106

Felt Salon Doll Representing Marlene Dietrich,1920s
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$1,600
sold
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Description
23"(58 cm.) Pressed felt swivel head with very angular features,strong nose and jaw,her head cast downward to the left,while her painted eyes glance to the right,thick black eyeliner,blue eye shadow on heavily-lidded eyes,painted lashes,closed mouth,beauty spot,blonde short curly hair in the 1920s fashion,muslin stitch-jointed body with elongated limbs,wearing stylish tuxedo suit. Condition: doll excellent,costume is replacement. Comments: circa 1920s,the doll likely represents Marlene Dietrich in her early cabaret roles; although undocumented,the facial is highly-sugggestive of that celebrity. Value Points: uniquely sculpted features and well-preserved finish.