#91

Rare American Brown-Complexioned Character Doll with Original Costume and Baby
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Description
18"(46 cm.) Highly-characterized brown-complexioned composition head depicting a cheerful- faced woman,having painted brown eyes with rich black eyeliner and brows,broad nose,very wide beaming smile with row of painted teeth,brown muslin body with over-sized composition hands and feet. The doll is wearing her factory original cotton print dress and apron,bandana,and undergarments,and is holding a little composition baby in flannel blanket. Unmarked. Circa 1935,designed by Tony Sarg. Excellent original condition,slight paint rubs on fingers. Original costume in vibrant fresh colors.