#101

Italian Felt Glass-Eyed Googly by Lenci as Scottish Girl in Rare Costume Color Variation
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$1,200
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Description
19" (48 cm.) Felt swivel head with pressed facial features, brown glass "flirty" eyes, dark eye shadow, painted curly upper lashes, high arched brows, rounded nose, "O" shaped mouth, blonde mohair wig captured in black snood, jointing at shoulders and hips. Condition: very good/excellent, some facial dustiness, few tiny moth holes. Marks: Lenci (cloth label). Comments: Lenci, circa 1938. Value Points: the flirty eyed doll wears wonderful original Scottish costume of vibrant felts in unusual color variation, comprising long-waisted red jacket with gold soutache trim, burgundy skirt with applique stripes, matching reticule, maroon felt cap, black felt boots, undergarment.