#233

Large English Felt Doll by Norah Wellings in Original Costume
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$450
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Description
26"(66 cm.) Felt swivel head with pressed and painted facial features,large brown upper and side-glancing eyes,lushly-painted upper lashes,dark eyeliner,closed mouth with downcast lips,black yarn wig with side curls,jointed limbs. The doll is wearing her original orange felt costume with bright appliques,silk head shawl with fringe,over hair comb. Condition: very good,some few tiny moth holes. Marks: Made in England by Norah Wellings (wrist label). Comments: Norah Wellings,circa 1935. Value Points: large model with nice quality facial painting,vivid costume colors.