Lenci Art - The Romberg Collection

Lenci Art - The Romberg Collection

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Lenci Art - The Romberg Collection

Lenci Art - The Romberg Collection

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The Elaine Romberg Collection of Early Lenci Dolls, A One-Owner Collection at Theriault's Gallery in Annapolis, Maryland. Order your catalog today for the event. Live attendance bidding, live internet bidding, live telephone bidding and absentee bidding are available. For more information call 410-224-3655 or email info@theriaults.com.

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Character "Cupido" with Wings and Bow and Arrow, Model 276, Original Box 1500/2200

Lot # 26 (Sale Order: 26 of 171)      

7" (18 cm.) Felt swivel head, pressed and painted facial features, side-glancing blue eyes, painted upper lashes, dash brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth, red wool ya...morern hair in tightly-arranged curls, felt torso with jointing at shoulders and hips, outstretched arms. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Lenci, Made in Italy 276 (box label) Lenci made in Italy (white woven label). Comments: Lenci, circa 1928, the model appeared in an early Lenci catalog, named "Cupido", model 276. Value Points: rare Cupid figure with delightful felt costume with embroidered hearts, red-strapped yellow boots, red gloves, felt wings, and carrying wooden bow and arrow in a wooden-decorated sheath filled with more arrows.

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Very Rare Exotic Eastern Lady, Model 567, with Wooden Pipe 1400/1800

Lot # 27 (Sale Order: 27 of 171)      

27" (69 cm.) Felt head with slender oval face and pressed facial features, narrow brown side-glancing eyes with heavy eyelids, dark eyeliner and painted lower lashes, arc...morehed brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth with hint of smile, painted teeth, black weft-stitched wig in long braids, elongated throat, torso and limbs, jointing at shoulders, hips and knees, high heel posed feet. Wearing felt harem style costume comprising green shirt with embroidered details, fitted brown jacket with colorful and gold metallic embroidery, long sash with tassels, cream felt harem pants and matching elaborately folded turban cap, embroidered slippers with upturned toes, and carrying wooden pipe with painted details. Condition: very good, some moth holes at lower torso and ankles, light fading on costume. Comments: Lenci, model 567, the doll was featured in the 1929 catalog and shown in Lenci The History and the Dolls by Nancy Lazenby, page 153 in the category of extremely rare dolls. Value Points: the rarely found doll has rare painted teeth, intricate embroidery on jacket and slippers, original wooden pipe.

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Red-Haired "Boris" with Vodka Jug, Model 275 1800/2200

Lot # 28 (Sale Order: 28 of 171)      

10" (25 cm.) Felt swivel head, unusual flat-cut chin of very broad face with plump cheeks, impressed facial features, painted round blue side-glancing eyes, curly upper l...moreashes, accented nostrils, closed mouth with beaming smile, row of painted teeth, carrot-red auburn wig in bobbed style, felt and muslin body with firmly-stuffed torso, jointed arms, floppy legs. Wearing vibrant pink tunic with richly embroidered details in the peasant style, brown slacks, green felt high boots with embroidered detail, tall brown hat, and carrying decorated wooden vodka bottle. Condition: generally excellent, slight fading. Marks: Lenci (fragments of two early paper labels). Comments: Lenci, from the rare early fetish series, this model described as "Boris", model 275 in the 1926 catalog. Value Points: very rare model with wonderfully characterized face, highly detailed costume, red hair.

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Miniature Russian Boy in Similar Costume to "Ivan", Model 45 300/400

Lot # 29 (Sale Order: 29 of 171)      

9" (23 cm.) Felt swivel head, pressed and painted facial features, brown down/side- glancing large round eyes, painted curly upper lashes, single-stroke brows, accented n...moreostrils, "O" shaped mouth, brunette hair, jointing at shoulders and hips. Wearing Russian peasant costume comprising green felt jacket with embroidered flowers, matching green felt boots, yellow shirt, black pants, sash, brown cap with black brim and with white gloves. Condition: near mint. Marks: Lenci (cloth and paper labels). Comments: Lenci, model 45 as indicated on back of paper label, 1930s. Value Points: pristine condition of the miniature doll with well-detailed costume.

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Very Rare Red-Haired "Ivan", Model 186, Traditional Russian Costume 3500/4500

Lot # 30 (Sale Order: 30 of 171)      

39" (99 cm.) Felt swivel head, pressed and painted facial features with strong definition of cheek bones, painted narrow side-glancing blue eyes in deeply set sockets, fr...moreinged lashes and curvy brows, accented nostrils of point tip nose, closed mouth with wide beaming smile, row of painted teeth, weft-stitched carrot-red mohair wig, elongated felt torso and legs, jointed shoulders, hips and knees, modeled bent right elbow. Wearing superbly-detailed vibrant costume in the Russian folklore style having green felt jacket that is richly appliqued with felt floral and symbolic designs on the front, back and sleeves, with braided sash, yellow tunic, black short pants, high leather boots with embroidered detail, white gloves, brown cap with black leather brim. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Lenci, the model appeared in the 1926 catalog as model #186, and two years later in the 1928 catalog was designated as "Ivan" #186. Value Points: very rare model has notable distinctive modeling, rare red hair, and is in outstanding state of preservation with vibrantly designed costume.

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Earliest Child Doll with Distinctive Plump Face, Model 108, with Metal Button 1100/1300

Lot # 31 (Sale Order: 31 of 171)      

14" (36 cm.) Felt swivel head with unusual square-shaped plump cheeks and mask face with pressed and painted features, pale blue side-glancing eyes, dot brows, accented n...moreostrils, small closed mouth with downcast lips, stitched ears, weft-stitched exuberant mohair curly hair, firmly-stuffed body, jointing at shoulders and hips, separated fingers. Wearing pink and grey felt one-piece dress with scalloped edging at hem, one-piece undie. Condition: very good, few light spots at back sleeve. Marks: (first metal button at back of skirt). Comments: Lenci, earliest period doll, model 108, 1920, from the series of dolls presented in October 1920 Playthings magazine ad in which the dolls were named "Scavini Dolls" rather than Lenci doll. Value Points: very rare to find early model with original costume and metal tag.

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Early Period Side-Glancing Child with Dot Lashes 400/500

Lot # 32 (Sale Order: 32 of 171)      

16" (41 cm.) Felt swivel head with mask pressed face, painted brown side-glancing eyes, dot lashes, accented nostrils, tiny closed mouth, stitched ears, weft-stitched blo...morende hair wig, felt torso and legs with jointing at shoulders and hips, stitched-together fingers, separate thumbs. Wearing coral felt one-piece dress with bands of blue felt as sash and accents, blue felt cloche with coral felt edging and streamer and accented with felt flowers, one-piece undergarments, socks, coral slippers with blue edging. Condition: doll is excellent, dress is faded. Comments: Lenci, early period model, circa 1921. Value Points: dear petulant expression on the rare to find early model.

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Rare Early Variation of Child Doll, Model 110, with Metal Button Tag 700/900

Lot # 33 (Sale Order: 33 of 171)      

18" (46 cm.) Felt swivel head with pressed and painted mask face, stitched ears, very plump chin, brown side-glancing eyes with decorative glaze, painted curly upper lash...morees, dot brows, accented nostrils of tiny nose, very full brunette mohair wig weft-sewn to scalp, felt torso and limbs, mitten hands, jointed arms and legs. Wearing fuchsia felt pinafore dress with pink detailing and unusual box pleating, unusual one-piece original undergarment, fuchsia shoes. Condition: doll is excellent, shoes and back of dress are faded. Marks: (earliest Lenci metal button on undergarment). Comments: Lenci, Series 110, the earliest version as appearing in 1920s Playthings magazine. Value Points: very rare doll with wonderful face and expression, exuberant very full curls, unusual undergarment, original metal button.

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Very Rare Harlequin from Parisian "Carnaval de Venise" Exhibition, Series 193 4500/6500

Lot # 34 (Sale Order: 34 of 171)      

29 1/2" (75 cm.) Felt swivel head, pressed and painted facial features, brown eyes glancing to the right, dark eyeliner, painted curly upper lashes, grey eye shadow, frin...moreged brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth, accented lower lip, rooted brunette hair in short cropped style, very elongated torso and legs, jointing at shoulders, hips and knees, pointed toe feet. Wearing vivid harlequin costume of pink tunic and pants with yellow, red and black accent trim and pom-poms, white gloves, red shoes, unusual wide hoop-like overskirt, and wide-brimmed pointy-tip hat with extended pink-stemmed yellow felt flower. Condition: doll is excellent, costume is complete with some light fading of pink. Comments: Lenci, the doll was featured in a Lenci 1924 Parisian exhibition "Carnaval de Venise", and in 1925 appeared in the Lenci catalog as model 193, partnered with the following lot of this catalog. Value Points: the very rare model with fantastical costume in vivid design is well-preserved.

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The Red-Haired Partner Harlequin from "Carnaval de Venise", Series 194 3500/4500

Lot # 35 (Sale Order: 35 of 171)      

29 1/2" (75 cm.) Felt swivel head, pressed and painted facial features, brown eyes glancing to the left, dark eyeliner, painted curly upper lashes, grey eye shadow, fring...moreed brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth, accented lower lip, rooted bright red hair in short cropped style, very elongated torso and legs, jointing at shoulders, hips and knees, pointed toe feet. Wearing vivid harlequin costume of pink fitted tunic and pants diamond-point appliques in yellow, red and black felt, and with dramatic black felt pom-poms which edge the sleeves and pants and dangle from the skirt, white gloves, red shoes, and floppy pink felt beret with black brim and white flower. Condition: doll is excellent, costume is complete with some fading of pink. Comments: Lenci, the doll was featured in a Lenci 1924 Parisian exhibition "Carnaval de Venise", and in 1925 appeared in the Lenci catalog as model 194, partnered with the previous lot of this catalog. Value Points: rare red hair enhances the generous pom-poms of the rare harlequin costume.

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Auburn-Haired Girl in Orange Felt Costume, Early Series 149/Z 500/800

Lot # 36 (Sale Order: 36 of 171)      

16" (41 cm.) Felt swivel head with oval face and pressed facial features, large brown side-glancing eyes, painted curly upper lashes, brushstroked brows, accented nostril...more, closed mouth with two accent dots on lower lip, auburn mohair weft-sewn to scalp, felt torso and limbs, jointing at shoulders and hips. Wearing orange felt dress with golden felt scalloped trim and applique flowers, matching hair bow, matching felt shoes, socks, organdy slip and panties. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Lenci, the early 1925 version of Series 149, this being Z model, the actual doll was shown and discussed in Lenci, The History and The Dolls by Nancy Lazenby, page 103. Value Points: important doll in study of the 149 series evolution, with especially delightful costume that well retains its original vibrancy and color.

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Auburn-Haired Child in Fashionable Red Ensemble, Series 111 900/1200

Lot # 37 (Sale Order: 37 of 171)      

13" (33 cm.) Felt swivel head with pressed facial features, large brown side-glancing eyes, black upper eyeliner and curly lashes, single-stroke brows, accented nostrils,...more closed mouth with two accent dots on lower lip, weft-stitched auburn mohair fleecy wig, felt torso and legs, jointing at shoulders and hips, two middle fingers stitched together. Wearing red felt coat with black felt accents, matching cap with diamond-shape felt inserts, matching shoes with black edging, socks, organdy petticoat and undergarment and fluffy wool muff. Condition: generally excellent, two small moth holes at back. Marks: (original paper label). Comments: Lenci, series 111, 1926/1927. Value Points: captivating impish expression, wonderful hair, and beautifully-preserved vibrant costume on the early series doll.

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"Boxer" with Leather Boxing Gloves, Model 1005 1100/1500

Lot # 38 (Sale Order: 38 of 171)      

17 1/2" (44 cm.) Felt swivel head with pressed and painted facial features, brown painted eyes gazing sharply to the side, dark eye shadow, painted upper eyeliner and las...morehes, fringed brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth, brunette wig, hollow felt torso, felt arms and legs, jointing at shoulders and hips. Wearing red felt tank top, tan, felt shorts, black tam, leather laced boots, and with large padded boxing gloves. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Lenci Di E. Scavine Made in Italy 1005...(rectangular paper label). Comments: Lenci, 1929, the model was shown in the 1929 catalog identified only as "1000/5", from the firm's 1000 Sport Series which used the 300 facial model. Three years earlier, a Lenci doll wearing an identical boxing costume to this doll was named in the 1926 Lenci catalog as "Tunney", likely a reference to the US boxer, Jim (Gene) Tunney, who held US light heavyweight titles in 1922 and 1923, and held the world heavyweight title from 1926 to 1928. Although the costumes are identical, it is not known if the "1005 Boxer" was also intended to represent Tunney, or simply made use of existing designs.

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Early Portrait "Hu Sun" with Opium Pipe, Model 251, from Asian Series 7500/9500

Lot # 39 (Sale Order: 39 of 171)      

23" (58 cm.) Felt swivel head with pressed and painted facial features, oval-shaped face, light amber complexion, very narrow side-angled painted brows, eyes with very th...moreick eyeliner and fringed lower lashes, high arched brows, angular nose, mouth designed to hold the stem of pipe, black inserted mohair wig with widow's peak at the center forehead and extended-length black mohair queue, jointing at shoulders, hips and knees allowing her to kneel or sit cross-legged, and her arms arranged bent at the elbows with her fingers gracefully holding a long-stemmed wooden opium pipe. Wearing sienna felt tunic with embroidered detail and borders, black trousers, felt stacked slippers with exquisite applique and embroidery, and holding a wooden opium pipe with hand-painted decorations. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: Lenci, Di E Scavini Made in Italy 251... (rectangular paper label). Comments: Lenci, 1924, early model from the firm's Asian series, "Hu Sun, 251" was shown seated kneeling alongside Fukuruko in the firm's 1924 catalog. Value Points: very rare early model with long queue is beautifully preserved, wearing vibrant original felt costume.

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Extremely Rare Character "Fukuruko", Model 190, from Asian Series 8000/11,000

Lot # 40 (Sale Order: 40 of 171)      

12" (30 cm.) Light brown felt head with highly-defined modeling of facial features, very elongated forehead, narrow side-glancing eyes with unusual grey/black irises, thi...moreck brown eyeliner, accented nostrils of broad nose, closed mouth modeled as though open with fierce expression, row of painted teeth, tongue, stitched-on very over-sized ears, stitched-on red hair and flowing beard, stubby and plump brown felt body, over-sized feet. Wearing bright orange robe with yellow embroidery and yellow felt lining, over purple/magenta felt jacket, yellow felt undergarments, orange sleeves, purple felt obi, magenta felt slippers and carrying a fruit in one hand and his wooden staff in the other. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Lenci, the model appeared in the firm's 1924 catalog identified as "Fukuruko", model 190, one of a series of Asian models by the firm. The figure, actually a representation of the Fukurokuju. the Japanese god of longevity, was traditionally presented with the unusually elongated forehead, and wearing the garments of a Chinese scholar, holding a staff. Value Points: extremely rare Lenci model has superbly retained its vibrant crisp colors of carrot-red mohair hair and flowing beard, and elaborately layered and embroidered costume.

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Extremely Rare Sultan, Wooden Accessories, Tasseled Cushion, Model 168 6500/8500

Lot # 41 (Sale Order: 41 of 171)      

10" (25 cm.) seated. 13" with cushion. Brown felt swivel head with mask pressed facial features, narrow painted brown eyes with dark grey all-around eyeliner, dot brows, ...morebroad nose, painted smiling lips of closed mouth, two accent dots on lower lip, brown felt pear-shaped plump torso, brown felt arms and legs which are modeled in seated pose, jointing at shoulders and hips. Wearing turquoise felt fitted jacket which is fully lined with yellow felt and decorated with embroidery of elephants, lions and symbols, wide white felt pants fitted at the ankles, yellow felt slippers with upturned toes, very full felt turban. Condition: generally excellent. Marks: (partial early rectangular paper label with model number 168). Comments: Lenci, early 1920s, from the firm's Asian series; the doll did not appear in any of the firm's catalogs and may have been a special commission. This actual doll is shown in Lenci, The History and The Dolls by Nancy Lazenby, page 153 in the chapter "Extremely Rare Dolls". Value Points: outstanding doll is very fine condition also includes its own felt padded cushion with applique designs and black tassels, and various wooden jewelry including one wooden bangle earring, two wooden bracelets, fan and necklace of carved elephant, each with hand painted detail.

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Early Brown-Complexioned Felt African Girl 800/1100

Lot # 42 (Sale Order: 42 of 171)      

16" (41 cm.) Brown felt oval-shaped swivel head, painted brown side-glancing eyes, black curly upper lashes, one-stroke brows, tiny accented nostrils, closed mouth with v...moreery full lips, stitched-on black wiry hair with woven ties, slender elongated torso and limbs, jointing at shoulders and hips, separate big toe, unjointed fingers. Wearing reed skirt with colorful felt ribbons, wooden bead necklace, bangle earrings and bracelet. Condition: excellent. Comments: Lenci, early 1920s from the exotic series issued by the firm during that era. Value Points: perfectly-preserved doll with sturdy shape, artistic painting, original costume and accessories.

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Blonde Haired Child in Flower Garland Dress, Series 111/M 700/900

Lot # 43 (Sale Order: 43 of 171)      

11" (28 cm.) Felt swivel head with pressed facial features, large brown side-glancing eyes, black upper eyeliner and curly lashes, grey eye shadow, single-stroke brows, a...moreccented nostrils, closed mouth with two accent dots on lower lip, weft-stitched blonde mohair fleecy wig, felt torso and legs, jointing at shoulders and hips, mitten hands. Wearing brilliant orange felt dress with yellow felt banding and a lavish garland of eight colorful felt flowers, matching cloche with floral accents, organdy undergarment, socks, orange felt shoes. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Lenci, series 111/M, 1924, this exact doll is shown in a full page photo in Lenci, The History and The Doll, page 193. Value Points: the charming fashionable costume is wonderfully preserved with vibrant colors.

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Miniature Chinese Boy on Turtle, Model 3009 400/600

Lot # 44 (Sale Order: 44 of 171)      

6" (15 cm.) A felt turtle with felt applique "shell" design and black bead eyes serves as the cushion for an all-felt Asian boy with swivel head, sienna-tinted complexion...more, painted facial features, closed eyes, accented nostrils, closed mouth, black mohair wig pulled sharply away from face and forming a narrow queue that extends beneath an attached straw hat. Wearing original yellow and red felt costume with woven straw slippers to match his hat. Condition: structurally excellent, very dusty. Comments: Lenci, early 1920s, model 3009, with stylistic resemblance to the opium smoker by Lenci of the same era. Value Points: very rare model with charming concept and portrayal.

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Tousle-Haired "Renato" in Smoking Ensemble with Wooden Pipe, Series 300/G 1200/1600

Lot # 45 (Sale Order: 45 of 171)      

17 1/2" (44 cm.) Felt swivel head, pressed and painted facial features, dark brown side-glancing eyes, painted upper eyeliner and lashes, grey eye shadow, accented nostri...morels, closed mouth with accent dots on bottom lip, weft-stitched mohair fleecy curls, felt torso and limbs, jointing at shoulders and hips, mitten hands. Wearing lime green felt smoking jacket with two pockets and matching pants, each trimmed with purple and green diamond-patterned appliques, matching felt slippers, felt brown shirt with black felt tie, green braided sash. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Lenci, the doll appeared in the 1926 Lenci catalog as "Renato 300/G" and was one of the first of the 300 series. Value Points: very fine state of preservation with vibrant colors enhancing the imaginative design, with original wooden smoking pipe with "Lenci" signature on stem.

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Pink Pig Fetish with Original Label 400/500

Lot # 46 (Sale Order: 46 of 171)      

4 1/2" (11 cm.) Firmly stuffed pink felt pig with tinted shading on cheeks and belly, stitched-on tinted ears, stitch-defined nose, tiny pink bead eyes, original neck rib...morebons, curled felt tail, attached felt hanging loop. Condition: near mint. Marks: Lenci Torino (cloth label on under-belly). Comments: Lenci, model 272, first appearing in the 1926 Lenci catalog and made for a number of years. The actual object is shown in Lenci, The History and the Dolls, page 161. Value Points: charming novelty is perfectly preserved, constructed with fine artistic details that add flavor.

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Blonde Dutch Girl with Pot of Tulips, Series 300/V 1100/1300

Lot # 47 (Sale Order: 47 of 171)      

17 1/2" (44 cm.) Felt swivel head with pressed and painted facial features, small brown side-glancing eyes, dark upper eyeliner with painted lashes, grey eye shadow, acce...morented nostrils, closed mouth with accented lower lip, stitched-on ears, blonde mohair wig with ringlet curls, felt torso and limbs, jointing at shoulders and hips, two middle fingers stitched together. Wearing felt traditional dress with well-detailed embroidery and applique on bodice and sleeves, blue and white checkered upper skirt, brown felt skirt, blue felt apron, pink felt cap with elaborate embroidery over net undercap, stiffened muslin petticoat and pantalets with scalloped edging, heavy woolen stockings with colorful edging. Condition: generally excellent, slight fading. Marks: Lenci Di E Scavini Made in Italy 300 V (rectangular paper label). Comments: Lenci, series 300V, 1927, the first edition of the Dutch girl. Value Points: exceptional detail of embroidery and applique work, the girl also holds a wooden flower pot with felt tulip. The folklore models of the 300 series were often presented as pairs. The Dutch boy and girl were the first of these international folklore dolls.

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Brown-Eyed Dutch Boy with Shoulder Buckets 1100/1300

Lot # 48 (Sale Order: 48 of 171)      

17 1/2" (44 cm.) Felt swivel head with pressed and painted facial features, brown side-glancing eyes, black upper eyeliner with curly lashes, grey eye shadow, accented no...morestrils, closed mouth, accent dots on lower lips, stitched ears, inserted light brown hair with side part, felt torso and limbs, jointing at shoulders and hips, two middle fingers stitched together. Wearing black felt double breasted jacket with silver buttons, red felt shirt, blue and green checkerboard full pants, wooden shoes, black felt cap with silky plush border, black leatherette brim and band. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Lenci, series 300/11, 1929. Value Points: the well-designed costume with intricate patchwork on pants is accentuated with wooden yoke with two wooden buckets.

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Extremely Rare Chinese Girl, "Dschang-Go", Model 188 7500/9500

Lot # 49 (Sale Order: 49 of 171)      

23" (58 cm.) Felt swivel head with mask face, pressed and painted facial features, light-amber complexion, very narrow side-glancing brown side-slant eyes, high arched br...moreows, accented nostrils, full cheeks, closed mouth with accented lower lips, black human hair in bobbed style with long queue at the back, stitch-jointing at shoulders, elbows, hips and knees allowing the doll to be posed standing or seated, separately-sewn-on felt hands. Wearing one-piece purple felt body suit with fitted dark purple bands at the ankles, two layers of orange tunics with yellow and aqua banding at hem and cuffs, elaborate embroidery of dragon and foliage on outer tunic, orange stacked shoes with embroidered tips. Condition: very good/excellent, slight ding in chin, few moth holes in tunic, fading of pants, missing musical instrument shown in original catalog. Comments: Lenci, the doll appeared in the 1925 catalog described simply as model 188, and in subsequent catalogs with the name "Dschang-Go"; Dschang-Go was one of the eight Chinese immortals, and, interestingly, two other Chinese character dolls shown in the 1928 Lenci catalog have names of the Chinese immortals. Value Points: extremely rare Lenci doll with superb detail of silk dragon embroidery on the multi-layered felt costume, rich purple suit under the tunic, felt Chinese slippers with silk embroidery, and carries original wooden pick.

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Rare Chinese Boy with Rare Original Lantern, Series 300/59 3500/4500

Lot # 50 (Sale Order: 50 of 171)      

17 1/2" (44 cm.) Felt swivel head, light amber tinted complexion, pressed and painted facial features, brown side-glancing eyes in side-slant sockets, heavily-modeled eye...morelids, black curly lashes, black eyeliner, black feathered brows, accented nostrils, closed mouth, black mohair bobbed wig with long queue, felt hollow torso, felt arms and legs, jointing at shoulders and hips. Wearing vibrant yellow felt tunic and pants with orange felt borders, under a black felt vest with signature medallion center, wooden stacked heels, woven hat and superb wooden lantern with painted decorations on the interior silk shade and vibrantly painted exterior. Condition: generally excellent. Comments: Lenci, series, 300/59, the doll was shown in the 1930 Lenci catalog, its costume and accessories being a duplicate of that on the earlier Lenci doll, 188A Lo Tia Guai. Value Points: the rare character, with uniquely painted facial features on amber tinted complexion is superbly preserved.

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