#41

Cissy in "A Very Unusual Gown", 1955
Live Auction

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$2,800
sold
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Description
20" (51 cm.) Brunette wig drawn away from face into clusters of curls at her crown and nape, tiny spit curls over each ear. Wearing mauve taffeta gown with snugly-fitted torso having zipper closure at the back, flared sequin-trimmed decolletage, full-length gathered skirt with draped tri-color (mauve, aqua, gold metallic) hip sash which forms into a dramatic bow at the side hip, tulle and taffeta matching petticoat, panties, seamed stockings, garter, gold cross-strap heels, and pearl earrings. The costume is tagged. Excellent condition. Alexander, 1955, with original wrist tag, the doll was presented as model 2100 from "A Child's Dream Come True" series, described as "a very unusual gown".