#61

Doll in "Royal Evening" of the Beaux Art Creations
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Description
18" (46 cm). Hard plastic socket-head with Margaret face, brown sleep eyes, real lashes, painted lower lashes, closed mouth, brunette hair in original factory coiffure, five-piece hard plastic walking style body. Near mint condition. Marks: Madame Alexander (costume). The doll wears her original costumes, described in the 1953 Alexander catalog as "a gown of chartreuse taffeta trimmed with rosebuds and a big sash of forest green taffeta [that] makes a brilliant and striking combination. Her tiara is gold and set with green brilliants. A truly beautiful creation". With taffeta hooped petticoat and panties, stockings, gold strap shoes, bracelet. Model #2020E named "Royal Evening" from the Beaux Arts series of 1953.