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The breath-taking one-owner Trudy Butler collection of fashionable ladies from the celebrated American firm is highlighted by a remarkable collection of Cissy dolls in original costumes. “Perhaps not every model ever made, but very close to it!” says Florence Theriault. Especially notable is the pristine preservation of the dolls with perfect coiffures, complexions and costumes. The collection also includes other Alexander fashionable dolls including Margaret, Queens, Elise and Cissette, as well as “Ballet des Fleurs”, “Judy”, and “Champs Elysees” from the very rare 1951 Portrait series.

Part One

August 1st 2020 at 9AM EST 1. Outstanding Cissy “Slyly Kissed with Rhinestones”, 1955 20” (51 cm.) Blonde hair with tightlyarranged curls at the forehead and nape. Wearing blue heavy slipper satin gown with cap sleeves, fitted bodice, wide flared skirt, which is trimmed with silver metallic braid that is “slyly kissed with rhinestones”, according to the 1955 Alexander catalog, that are a unique blue color, taffeta petticoat with stiffened tulle ruffle, taffeta panties, stockings, silver cross-strap heels, and an elaborate floral and silver braid coronet. Accessories include large rhinestone ring, rhinestone and silver bracelet, and ostrich feather. The costume is tagged. The rare doll is in mint condition, with Cissy box, flawless complexion, rare and perfectly-kept coiffure, and pristine condition of the very rare costume. Alexander, model 2097, from “A Child’s Dream Come True” series of 1955. $2500/3500 4

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2. Splendid Very Rare “Ballet Des Fleurs” Portrait Doll from the Mystery Series of 1951 21” (53 cm.) Burgundy-brown hair waved away from her face, rolled tightly at the sides and captured in a rhinestone-accented black snood at her nape, distinctively-hand-painted facial features. Wearing white Alencon embroidered lace and satin dart-shaped tutu, tulle neckline and shoulder guards, multi-layered tulle skirt overlaid with beautiful Alencon lace and trimmed with embedded rhinestones and clusters of dainty silk flowers that are repeated as a throat band, satin panties, blush net stockings, pink ballet slippers, crown of starched lace trimmed with rhinestones and seed pearls. Near mint condition. Alexander, 1951, from the extremely rare group known as “The Mystery Series” which definitively established the dolls of Madame Alexander as mid-century fashion icons. This extremely rare model from that series is in wonderfully-preserved condition. $8000/11,000

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3. Auburn-Haired “Judy, A Debutante” from the Rare Mystery Portrait Series,1951 21” (53 cm.) Elongated vibrant auburn-red hair drawn away from face and captured in a rhinestone-studded snood at her upper back, distinctive hand-painted facial features, original thick eyelashes, very full color lips. Wearing tagged silver-blue silk organdy full-length gown with tiny sleeve-lets, decorated with a sprinkle of rhinestones, corsage of silk flowers at the left shoulder and cascades of flowers on the skirt, double pink taffeta petticoat and panties, silver-blue felt slippers, net stockings, pearl necklace and rhinestone teardrop earrings. Excellent condition except some spotting on the upper left skirt. Alexander, 1951, from the Mystery Portrait Series of that year, exquisite uniquely-painted features, perfect original coiffure with unique color that was used only by Alexander in 1951. $4500/6500

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4. Cissy in “A Very Unusual Gown” from “A Child’s Dream Come True” Series, 1955 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 tagged mauve taffeta gown with snugly-fitted 5.

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torso having zipper closure at the back, flared sequin-trimmed decolletage, fulllength 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, pearl earrings, and double-width rhinestonestudded bracelet. Excellent/near mint 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”. $1200/1500

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5. Cissy in a Variation of “A Most Unusual Gown” for F.A.O. Schwartz, 1955 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 tagged mauve taffeta gown with snugly-fitted torso having zipper closure at the back, flared braid-trimmed decolletage, full-length gathered skirt with draped bi-color (ecru and metallic gold) 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, double-teardrop earrings, pearl and chain necklace, rhinestone-studded bracelet, ring. Excellent/near mint condition. Alexander, 1955, the doll is a variation of model 2100 from “A Child’s Dream Come True” series, has rare zipper closure, rare earrings only appearing on dolls of this year, and is presented in her original (worn) box labeled 2100 and with store tag from FAO Schwartz. $1800/2300

6. Exceptional Portrait Doll “Champs-Elysees” with Rhinestone Beauty Mark from the Mystery Series, 1951 21” (53 cm.) Gleaming ash-blonde wig in original coiffure featuring bangs and swept up hair captured in an elaborate cluster of curls at her back 6. Detail

crown which are accented with a black lace and rhinestone coronet, one elongated eye lash, hand-painted distinctive facial features including eye shadow and rich lips, dramatic rhinestone beauty mark on left cheek. Wearing original pink satin sheath-shaped gown whose fitted bodice is overlaid with rhinestonestuffed black lace, and with black tulle

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and lace overskirts, stockings, pink snap-

buckle slippers, three rhinestone bracelets, pink hat box with curlers.

Near mint condition. Alexander, 1951, known as “Champs Elysees” or “Lady with Rhinestone Beauty Mark”, the doll was showcased in Madame Alexander’s Portrait Mystery series presented in 1951, and she bears the Fashion Academy gold metal tag from that year. $7000/9000 9

7. Cissy in Gold Taffeta Gown with Matching Evening Cape from “A Child’s Dream Come True” Series, 1955 20” (51 cm.) Ash-blonde hair drawn from face and captured in a pageboy roll at her nape, luxury-knotted gold face and hair veil. Wearing a golden taffeta gown with wide flared skirt, fitted bodice with cap sleeves, matching short evening cap with metallic braid, two grommets at cape front with gold lacing, taffeta hooped petticoat, panties, stockings, golden cross-strap heels, one hoop earring (one missing), ring, hanky which has original hidden attachment to ring. Near mint condition, Alexander, 1955, model 2098 from “A Child’s Dream Come True” series which noted “no princess ever had a more beautiful gown”, with original box stamped 2098. $1200/1500

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8. Cissy in Pale Yellow Gown with Elaborate Jewelry from “A Child’s Dream Come True” Series, 1955 20” (51 cm.) Auburn hair drawn away from face with luxurious cluster of curls at her nape. Wearing tagged gown of pale yellow slipper satin with fitted bodice, very full skirt and gathered caplet sleeves, soft yellow taffeta hooped petticoat, matching panties with Val lace, hose, and gold cross-strap heels, yellow tulle muff with an extravagant cluster of roses, ring, bracelet and a unique topaz and rhinestone necklace that was singularly used for this model. Near mint condition. Alexander, model 2094, with early Cissy box, notable luxury fabric was used for this gown. The doll was presented in the 1955 showcase series

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“A Child’s Dream Come True” which described the doll as “breathtaking”. $1600/2200

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9. Lovely Princess Margaret Rose from the Beaux Arts Creations, 1953 18” (46 cm.) Brunette wig with side part and arranged curls behind her ears, walking style body. Wearing tagged “court gown of blush pink faille taffeta tastefully decorated with iridescent sequins” (according to the 1953 Alexander catalog) which are arranged along the purple velvet banner, with jeweled tiara, pearl drop earrings, double-strand pearl necklace, bracelet with amethysttinted rhinestones, ivory hooped taffeta petticoat, panties, stockings, pink satin slippers, finger-less gloves, Excellent condition. Alexander, 1953, model 2020B from the Beaux Arts Creations of 1953, the doll was named Princess Margaret Rose, appearing during the coronation year of Queen Elizabeth. $1200/1500

10. Queen Elizabeth from the Beaux Arts Creations with Luxury Velvet Robe, 1953 18” (46 cm.) Brunette side-parted hair with arranged curls, walking style body. Wearing elaborate white brocade court gown with blue sash of the garter trimmed with jewels, taffeta hooped petticoat, panties, stockings, ivory satin front-snap shoes, white finger-less gloves, jeweled silver tiara crown, rhinestone ball earrings, four rhinestone and jeweled bracelets, and purple velvet cape edged with white faux fur and gilt metallic threads. The costume is tagged Madame Alexander.

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model 2025, with original box stamped 2025, from the Beaux Arts Creations of 1953, inspired by the coronation of Queen Elizabeth in that year. $1000/1200

11. Groom in Formal Suit, 1953 18” (46 cm.) Brunette caracul wig, walking style body. Wearing tagged black formal

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suit with long tails, pique shirt with matching cummerbund, faux-diamond stickpin, faille bow tie, boutonniere, watch chain, socks, shoes.

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Excellent condition. Alexander, 1953. The doll is often displayed as Prince Phillip although it was presented by Madame Alexander as “Groom”. $500/700

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nylon pleated skirt over attached blue taffeta 13.

underskirt, pleated sheer sleevelets, panties, stockings, silver cross-strap heels, lavishly draped coiffe of sheer nylon

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with clusters of roses and tiny flowers over each ear, with matching corsage, blue sapphire ring.

Excellent condition, beautiful cheek blush. Alexander, model 2030, from the Fashion Parade Series, 1956, described in that catalog as a gown “the color of blue bells” and the hat which was “a fluffy tulle and rosebud confection”, with original box stamped 2030. $900/1400

13. Cissy Known as the “Medici Bride” in Pleated Tulle Gown from Fashion Parade Series, 1956 20” (51 cm.) Auburn hair with tightlycurled bangs and shoulder-length curls.

Wearing tagged gown comprising a sheer pleated tulle skirt over

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12. Cissy Bridesmaid in “Color of Blue-Bells” Gown from Fashion Parade Series, 1956

taffeta underskirt, and with a fitted lace bodice with dainty cap sleeves and pearl

20” (51 cm.) Blonde hair with short curly bangs and shoulder-length curls. Wearing

neck edging, pink satin sash “pulled through loops of tiny pearls” (as described in the

tagged gown with silver net bodice over satin camisole, ribbon sash, and sheer blue

Alexander catalog), panties, stockings, garter, silver cross-strap heels, and with Medici

cap trimmed with little flower buds and with a veil which “falls gracefully down to envelop her in a misty cloud”, with solitaire ring and generous bouquet. Excellent condition, beautiful complexion. Alexander, from the Fashion Parade series of 1956, model 2040. $900/1300

14. Cissy in Pale Blue Taffeta Gown, Rare Color Variation, from Fashion Parade Series, 1956 20” (51 cm.) Dark blonde hair with two forehead curls, and clusters of curls at her crown and nape. Wearing tagged pale aqua blue “graceful ball gown of satin with cascading side drapery” (as described in the Alexander catalog), and with matching flounced draping forming a border at the neckline and shoulders; the gown accented with two sets of three rhinestones at the neckline drape, and a row of six rhinestones on the hip drape, with hooped taffeta petticoat with tulle ruffle, panties, stockings, silver cross-strap heels, pearl necklace. Excellent condition. Alexander, model 2041, from the Fashion Parade series, 1956, the doll was made in several colors (see 36, 37, and 193 of this catalog). $1200/1700

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15. Cissy “Looks So Charming” in Rare Color Variation of Cocktail Ensemble, 1956 20” (51 cm.) Ash-blonde wig with shoulder-length curls and curly bangs. Wearing tagged dress of crisp peacock-blue taffeta with dropped waist and very full skirt, ivory taffeta can-can petticoat, matching lace-edged panties, seamed stockings, silver cross-strap heels, black velvet bolero with rose corsage, black velvet hair band with generously-accented pink and blue flowers and black netting, blue sapphire ring, carrying little box with pink flowers. Near mint condition with gorgeous complexion and vibrant costume colors of which this dress is a rare color variation. Alexander, model 2017, 1956, described in the 1956 catalog as “looking so charming in a smart cocktail dress.” $1100/1500

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16. Gorgeous Cissy in Teal Blue Theatre Ensemble, Rare Color Variation, 1956 20� (51 cm.) Ash-blonde hair with two curly bangs and captured curls at the back crown and nape. Wearing tagged teal blue taffeta evening dress with very full skirt, ivory satin coat with brocade bands at the cuffs, teal blue lining and large attached bow accented with a rose bud, pale pink taffeta petticoat with tulle ruffle, panties, stockings, silver crossstrap heels. Near mint condition.

Alexander, 1956, model 2021, with original box stamped 2021, a rare color variation of costume, with exquisite complexion and costume vibrancy and freshness. $1700/2100

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17. Magnificent Cissy as “Forever Darling” Bride with Rare Original Wrist Tag, 1956 20” (51 cm.) Auburn wig drawn from her face into an elaborately-arranged long chignon, distinctive handpainted facial features, eye shadow, arched brows, very full lips. Wearing tagged pale pink wedding gown with a separately fitted bodice of white lace over soft pink silk under-blouse, long fitted sleeves and collar, matching overskirt that attaches to the bodice in the back (and with zipper closure) and floor-length skirt of narrowly-pleated tulle over a pink underdress. Layers of petticoats (two tulle and two soft pink taffeta), white taffeta panties trimmed in Val lace, seamed nylon hose, garter belt, white elastic and silver heels, pearls, solitaire ring, and an extraordinary coronet that entirely frames her face composed of tiny baby’s breath and rose and white petals on lace-covered headpiece, long veil. Near mint condition. Alexander, 1956, with early Alexander (unmarked) box, the very rare doll has her original paper wrist tag “Lucille Ball “Forever Darling” Bride Doll

by Madame Alexander”. The earliest presentation of this doll carried this Lucille Ball reference tag, but as Madame Alexander had not licensed the doll, she was obliged to remove the tag, rendering it extremely rare to find today. $7500/9500

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18. Stunning Cissy “Looks Regal, Indeed, Dressed as Queen Elizabeth”, 1956 20” (51 cm.) Tosca hair drawn away from face into rolled curls at her crown and a formally-arranged chignon at her nape.

Wearing white satin brocade gown with slight capped sleeves, slightly-dropped waist, very full skirt, blue taffeta Sash of the Garter with star and rhinestones, finger-less gloves, ivory hooped petticoat, panties, seamed stockings, white crossstrap heels with rhinestone accents, pearl necklace, three rhinestone bracelets, unique earrings, and silver metallic crown with rubies. Near mint condition.

Alexander, model 2042 from Fashion Parade, 1956 as indicated by ribbon pattern brocade, with envelope-style paper wrist tag, the rhinestone accented shoes were made in 1955/56 only. The doll was described in the 1956 Alexander catalog as looking “regal, indeed”. $1200/1600

19. Cissy “Never Looked Prettier” in Navy Blue Taffeta Dress, 1955 20” (51 cm.) Dark blonde hair with arranged curls and bangs. Wearing tagged crisp navy blue sleeveless taffeta dress with black gimp braid trim and gathered netting at shoulder edged, matching bolero jacket with white bow tie, taffeta petticoat with double-tiered tulle ruffle edged with rick-rack, taffeta panties, black cross-strap heels, blue woven hat trimmed with embroidered netting, fruits and lace. Excellent condition. Alexander, model 2084, with original box stamped 2084, described in the Alexander catalog as “never looked prettier” and “a very versatile costume”, 1955. $900/1100 20

20. Cissy in Navy Blue Taffeta Cocktail Dress with Long Stole, 1957 20� (51 cm.) Dark blonde wig waved from face and captured in pageboy roll at the nape. Wearing tagged navy blue taffeta cocktail dress with cap sleeves, accented with long pleated organdy stole trimmed with a corsage of shaded pink roses and leaves, 20.

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matching hat with four pink rosebuds on a bed of flounced organdy, taffeta petticoat with tulle ruffle, stockings, panties, black asymmetrical strap heels with wide band, double strand pearl necklace, and rhinestone teardrop earrings. Near mint condition.

Alexander, 1957, the dress appeared with capelet jacket or this rare stole. $800/1100

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in dawn pink over pink taffeta underskirt” which “ripples gracefully when Cissy moves”, pink sash at waist with cascading floral arrangement, and sprinkled floral

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petals on skirt, panties, stockings, silver crossstrap heels, pearl drop earrings, solitaire.

Near mint condition, gorgeous complexion and hair. Alexander, model 2025, from the Fashion Parade series of 1956. $800/1000

22. Cissy Bridesmaid in Rare Pink Variation of Gown, 1956 20” (51 cm.) Dark blonde hair with long curls and curly bangs. Wearing bridesmaid costume featuring silver-accented pink tulle fitted bodice over shaped camisole, with pearl edging at neckline and ruffled tulle sleevelets, pink satin sash, pink tulle pleated skirt over pink taffeta underskirt, scattering of attached pink roses on skirt, lace-edged panties, stockings, silver cross-strap heels, and with bouquet of flowers

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20” (51 cm.) Dark blonde hair with short curly bangs, cluster of curls at her crown

clusters at each end of her frothy gathered tulle cap. Excellent condition. Alexander,

with encircling cluster of flowers, arranged curls at nape. Wearing tagged ankle-

model 2030, from 1956 Fashion Parade Series, in rare pink variation of costume.

length gown having dropped-waist lace bodice over pleated skirt of “nylon tulle

$800/1100

23. Cissy in “Really Grown-Up Frock of Black Taffeta” with Rare Accessories, 1955 20” (51 cm.) Brunette wig in short curls and bangs. Wearing black taffeta cocktail dress with dropped waist, dart-shaped bodice, black lace cap sleeves, very full skirt, pink can-can petticoat with rick-rack ruffles, pink taffeta panties, seamed stockings, black cross-strap heels, pink buckram wire-framed cap with tiny pink and white flowers, black lace shawl, rhinestone-centered brooch, rhinestone bracelet and ring with attached lace hanky, carrying fitted plastic handbag with attached corsage containing sunglasses, comb, and envelopeshaped wrist tag. Near mint condition. Alexander, model.

2091, 1955, with Alexander box labeled Cissy, described in the 1955 catalog as a “really grown-up frock”. $1100/1500

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24. Very Beautiful Cissy in Variation of Theatre Ensemble of 1956 20� (51 cm.) Auburn hair with two curls at the forehead, two curls at the ears, clusters of curls at her crown and nape. Wearing tagged bronze green heavy satin theatre dress with matching cuffed coat lined in ivory satin, dotted black tulle wrap, pink lace petticoat, pink taffeta panties, seamed stockings, silver cross-strap heels, solitaire ring, rhinestone circlet earrings. Near mint condition, Alexander, 1956, rare color variation Lot #24, with Cissy box and square wrist tag. $900/1300

25. Cissette in Golden Theatre Ensemble, 1957 10� (25 cm.) Blonde hair with curly bangs and drawn back curls at her nape. Wearing tagged golden satin cocktail dress and matching

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coat with large bow at the neckline and patterned lining, stockings, gold cross-strap heels, pearl earrings. Near mint condition, rosy cheeks. Alexander, model 976, the costume was described in the 1957 Alexander catalog as “a short satin theatre dress with matching coat, lined with beautiful Persian fabric”. $300/500

26. Cissy in Golden Theatre Ensemble with Rare Gold Flecked Scarf, 1956 20” (51 cm.) Auburn hair with two little curls at the forehead, and two curls above the ears, cluster of curls at crown and nape. Wearing tagged rich golden slipper satin evening ensemble comprising a dropped-waist dress with very full skirt, matching flared coat with notched cuffs and ivory satin faille lining, yellow lace petticoat, panties, stockings, gold cross-strap heels, black tulle shawl accented with gold flecks, seven-rhinestone dangle earrings, rhinestone ring. Near mint condition. Alexander, 1956, model 2020, a variation of model 2021 as shown in their catalog of that year, beautifullypreserved rare head scarf, rare jewelry. $900/1200

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28. Elise in Pale Yellow Gown of Matching Fabric to #29, 1958 16” (41 cm.) Auburn hair with bangs and long curls. Wearing tagged pale yellow sheer nylon gown with flocked design of trailing bluebells and vines interspersed with flocked blue polka dots and studded with rhinestones, with lace edging at the arms and hem, yellow satin sash, yellow organdy and taffeta petticoats, yellow taffeta panties, stockings, gold cross-strap heels, and a wide-brimmed woven yellow hat trimmed with white flowers and tulle, pearl necklace and earrings.

Near mint condition. Alexander, matching style to model 1736 shown in the 1958 Alexander catalog, but with this rare fabric variation, likely a luxury store exclusive; the fabric is identical to #29 except slightly-smaller dots and the addition of rhinestone accents. $700/900

29. Costumes for Cissy, 1956 Era Including dress of sheer yellow nylon with flocked pattern of trailing blue-bells and vines interspersed with blue dots, having dart-shaped bodice, very full skirt, lace-edging at shoulders, in Cissy dress box (not original model number). Along with green woven hat with wide brim, green velvet banding and streamer, and a border of six large shaded petal flowers, in original hat box stamped “Cissy 22-10 green”. Near mint condition. Alexander, circa 1956. $400/500

30. Cissy in Sheer Yellow Nylon Dress with Yellow Woven Hat, 1956 20” (51 cm.) Auburn hair with short curly hair and bangs. Wearing tagged sheer nylon dress with

27. Cissy is Chartreuse Rain Coat and Hat, with Matching Puffed Sleeve Dress, 1955

flocked pattern of blue-bells and trailing vines,

20” (51 cm.) Auburn hair with short curly bangs and cluster of curls at her nape. Wearing tagged chartreuse checkered

with interspersed blue dots, with fitted bodice,

taffeta dress with lace-edged organdy pulled sleeves, black velvet buckle belt, matching flared raincoat with pearl buttons,

3/4 sleeves with lace edging, unusual petticoat

turn-up wide cuffs, Peter Pan collar, with matching brimmed rain hat, taffeta can-can ruffles, seamed stockings, black cross-

with elaborate flocked design and can-can ruffles

strap heels, onyx solitaire ring, black hat box with curlers. Near mint condition. Alexander, the ensemble was offered as a

at the hem, panties, stockings, black cross-strap

boxed extra in 1955, and is very rare to find. $800/1100

heels, blue bead necklace and matching earrings,

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31. Cissy “Dressed for A Summer Afternoon” Garden Party, 1956 20” (51 cm.) Dark brunette hair with curly bangs and shoulder-curls. Wearing tagged sheer white organdy fulllength gown with ruffles at neckline and skirt, rosebud clusters at the neckline and accenting the skirt, white silk sash with large bow at the back, taffeta hooped petticoat, pantalets, seamed stockings, red cross-strap heels, wide-brimmed woven hat with netting and a cluster of dainty rosebud petals and leaves, and carrying red net faux parasol with white rosebud, solitaire ring. Excellent condition. Alexander, 1956, from the Fashion Parade series, model 2035, the doll was described as “dressed for a summer afternoon...in a beautifully styled garden party dress of sheerest organdy”, her hat adding “a note of formality”. $900/1100

32. Cissy in “Summer Gown” from “A Child’s Dream Come True” Series, 1955 20” (51 cm.) Ash-blonde hair with shoulder-length curls and short curly bangs. Wearing tagged “summer gown of sheerest white organdy, trimmed with rows of shirred Val lace and red rosebuds”, as described in the 1955 Alexander catalog, with red satin ribbon accents and sash, taffeta petticoat, net hoop, panties, stockings, red crossstrap heels, wide brimmed picture hat with two rows of white straw “lace” and red flower and leaf accent, ring, and red taffeta reticule. Near mint condition. Alexander, model 2095, from “A Child’s Dream Come True” series of 1955. $900/1200

33. Cissy “Dressed for A Summer Afternoon” Garden Party in Rare Color Variation, 1956 20” (51 cm.) Ash-blonde hair with curly bangs and shoulder-curls. Wearing tagged pale green organdy fulllength gown with ruffles at neckline and skirt, self sash with large bow at the back and rosebud accent, taffeta hooped petticoat, pantalets, seamed stockings, widebrimmed woven hat with netting and a cluster of dainty rosebud petals, and carrying red net faux parasol with white rosebud, and white hat box (gold cross-strap heels in hat box). Excellent condition. Alexander, 1956, from the Fashion Parade series, variation of model 2035, wearing “beautifully styled garden party dress of sheerest organdy”. $900/1100 28

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34. Cissy in Red Brocade Evening Gown with Wrap, 1958 20” (51 cm.) Ash-blonde hair with two forehead curls and hair drawn back and arranged in pageboy curls at her nape. Wearing tagged red brocade evening gown with red lining in 3/4 length, with matching wide-width long wrap attached with snap at the waist, red taffeta/ net petticoat, panties, stockings, silver cross-strap heels, pearl necklace, pearl teardrop earrings, solitaire, white hat box. Excellent condition. Alexander,1958, the model was first presented in 1956 with a white lining; this redlined version was offered in 1958. $900/1300

35. Cissy in Red “Simply Styled Dress of Taffeta” with Unique Hat, 1956 20” (51 cm.) Ash-blonde hair with arranged shoulderlength curls and short curly bangs. Wearing tagged red taffeta dress with dropped waist, 3/4 puffed sleeves, very full skirt, “rustly taffeta can-can petticoat” (as described in Alexander catalog), panties, stockings, red cross-strap heels, fitted woven cap overlaid with tulle and decorated with two red roses and leaves, solitaire, red hat box. Near mint condition, very beautiful cheek blush and perfect coiffure. Alexander, model 2012, 1956, the dress was created in several colors. $1100/1400

35.1. Cissy in Royal Blue “Simply Styled Dress of Taffeta” with Unique Hat, 1956 20” (51 cm.) Auburn hair with arranged shoulder-length curls and short curly bangs. Wearing tagged royal blue taffeta dress with dropped waist, 3/4 puffed sleeves, very full skirt, “rustly taffeta can-can petticoat” (as described in Alexander catalog), panties, stockings, black cross-strap heels, fitted woven cap overlaid with tulle and decorated blue and white flowers and leaves, solitaire, white hat box. Near mint condition. Alexander, model 2036, 1956, the dress was created in several colors. $1100/1400

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36. Cissy in Long Torso Gown of Shell Pink Taffeta from Fashion Parade Series, 1956 20� (51 cm.) Dark brunette hair waved from her face and captured in pageboy curl at nape. Wearing tagged sheer pink taffeta gown with dropped waist, captured drape at the bodice with two rows of triple rhinestones, wide flared skirt with overlaid pleated side drape that is ornamented with six rhinestones, pearl necklace and earrings, rhinestone ring, cluster of flowers in hair, taffeta hooped petticoat, panties, stockings, silver cross-strap heels. Excellent condition.

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37. Matching Long Torso Gown in Red Taffeta with Reticule, 1956 Matching style to #36, the tagged long torso gown is accompanied by a matching reticule with gold metallic braid and lacing. Excellent condition. Alexander, 1956. $400/500

38. Cissy in Burgundy-Red Velvet Sheath Dress with Matching Coat, 1956 20� (51 cm.) Blonde hair with two forehead curls and hair drawn back into a shaped chignon at her nape. Wearing tagged burgundy-red velvet sheath dress with red silk lining, unique rhinestone-studded chevron pin, matching burgundy-red velvet swing coat with ivory satin lining and floral closure at her neckline which matches the unique floral decorations on her dark woven cap overlaid with dot-flocked burgundy tulle, panties, stockings, red cross-strap shoes, red hat box, wrist tag.

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39. Cissy in White Brocade Wedding Gown from “A Child’s Dream Come True” Series, 1955 20” (51 cm.) Dark blonde hair with short bangs, an elaborate roll of curls at her crown, and curls captured at her nape. Wearing tagged ivory brocade wedding gown with widely flared skirt shaping into a demi-train, embossed floral pattern accented with pearls and rhinestones, capped sleeves, hooped petticoat with attached panties, stockings, white cross-strap heels, unusual coronet wrapped with sequins and braid, attached veil, tulle muff with floral bouquet, pearl necklace and earrings, solitaire ring. Excellent condition.

Alexander, model 2102, 1955, from “A Child’s Dream Come True” series. $800/1100

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40. Cissette in Pink Satin Gown, 1959 10” (25 cm.) Dark blonde hair arranged in elaborate curls at her crown, curls at her nape and short curly bangs. Wearing tagged pink satin gown with dart-shaped bodice, flared skirt, pink taffeta petticoat and panties, stockings, gold cross-strap heels, and with pink tulle wrap with flocked dots. Excellent condition. Alexander, model 732, 1959. $300/500

41. Cissy in Pink Satin Gown with Rare Variation Cape, 1956 20” (51 cm.) Dark brunette hair with bangs, curls at crown, and curls at nape tied with original pink satin ribbon, wearing tagged pink satin dart-fitted gown with flared floor-length skirt, border of shaded violets along the bodice edge, matching floor-length cape with pink satin ribbon ties, taffeta petticoat with 6” pink lace border, panties, stockings, gold cross-strap heels, with white hat box. Excellent condition.

Alexander,1956, the costume was offered most often with a fur wrap; this cape variation is rare. $900/1200

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43. Cissy in Rows of Roses Costume, 1956 20” (51 cm.) Brunette hair with two forehead curls, and clusters of curls at crown and nape tied with a rose ribbon. Wearing tagged polished cotton dress with puffed sleeves, fitted bodice, dropped waist, very full skirt; the dress is pale yellow with rows of roses and vines which are arranged vertically on the bodice, and horizontally on the skirt, magenta purple sash, pink taffeta petticoat and panties, stockings, gold cross-strap heels, and with rhinestone centered prong brooch on bodice. Excellent condition.

Alexander, 1956, the dress was a boxed extra. $500/600

44. Cissy in Wide Stripes Sun Dress, 1955 20” (51 cm.) Blonde wig with curly bangs and shoulder-length arranged curls. Wearing tagged polished cotton sundress of wide pink and white stripes, lace edging at arm edges, black velvet bow, white taffeta petticoat with can-can ruffle, matching panties, stockings, black cross-strap heels, woven hat.

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extra. $400/500

20” (51 cm.) Light brown wig with short curly bangs, and pageboy roll at nape tied

45. Cissy “Looks Lively in a Striped Cotton Shirtwaist”, 1956

with rose silk ribbon. Wearing pale pink nylon top with rosebud pin, green rose-

20” (51 cm.) Dark brunette hair with

bud-pattern flared cotton skirt with lime-green satin lining, pink lace petticoat,

shoulder-length curls and short curly

pink taffeta panties, stockings, silver cross-strap heels. Excellent condition.

bangs. Wearing tagged pink and

Alexander, 1956, the skirt was sold as a boxed extra. $600/800

white striped shirtwaist of polished

cotton, notched cuffs of elbow-length sleeves, pearl buttons, velveteen buckled belt, black velvet bow, unique black velvet hat with roses and face veil, pink taffeta can-can petticoat and panties, stockings, black hat box, black heeled sandals with wide band. Excellent condition. Alexander, model 2014, 1956, with original Cissy box stamped 2014. $800/1100

46. Cissette in Pink and White Striped Shirtwaist Costume, Circa 1957 10� (25 cm.) Ash-blonde hair with shoulder-length curls and curly bangs. Wearing tagged pink and white striped cotton shirtwaist with white collar and cuffs dotted tulle petticoat and panties, blue woven hat with pink velvet bows, pearl earrings, white cross-strap heels. Near mint condition. Alexander, circa 1957, in original box. $400/600

47. Cissy in Coral Polished Cotton Dress with Bird Print, 1957 20� (51 cm.) Ash-blonde hair with shoulder-length curls and short curly 45, 46, 47.

bangs. Wearing tagged polished cotton coral dress with bird and floral pattern, puffed sleeves, dropped

original woven hat with coral band to match hip sash, floral trim, pearls, Excellent

waist with coral satin sash, dart-shaped bodice with rhinestone accents, white

condition. Alexander, 1957, boxed extra costume and matching hat, with wrist tag.

taffeta can-can petticoat and panties, stockings, green wide-band heeled sandals,

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bracelet with attached pique gloves.

Excellent condition. Alexander, model 2027, 1956, described in the Alexander catalog of that year as “dressed for traveling in a very trim suit”, rare original shoes and unique hat for this model only. $600/900

49. Cissette in Houndstooth Skirt and Red Woven Hat, Circa 1958 10” (25 cm.) Blonde hair with shoulder-length curls and short bangs.

Wearing tagged white organdy blouse with lace edging, black houndstooth skirt, taffeta petticoat and panties, stockings, white cross-strap heels, red woven hat with grosgrain bow, red vinyl purse. Near mint condition.

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Alexander, circa 1958, model 2027, with original booklet, lace chemise, and in original box. The costume appeared in an exclusive presentation for FAO Schwarz Cissy and trunk. $400/500

50. Cissy in Red Plaid Dress with Matching Reticule, 1955 20” (51 cm.) Blonde wig with shoulder-length curls and curly bangs. Wearing red cotton plaid dress with wide rounded collar trimmed in Venetian lace and with small rhinestone accented on bodice, matching plaid drawstring reticule, can-can white taffeta panties and petticoat with red rick-rack trim, stockings, black crossstrap shoes, woven hat. Excellent condition. Alexander, 1955, rare dress to find, especially with matching reticule. $600/800

51. Cissy “Looks Positively Radiant” in Fire-Red Dress, 1955 20” (51 cm.) Blonde hair with shoulder length curls and short curly bangs. Wearing tagged bright red cotton pinafore dress over red and white striped puffed sleeve dress, can-can petticoat with red rick-rack trim, stockings, black wide-strap heeled shoes, woven straw hat with red velvet band. Excellent condition. Alexander, model 2083, 1955. $600/800

52. Cissy in Blue Polka Dot Skirt and Lace Blouse, 1956 20” (51 cm.) Dark brunette Cissy with two forehead curls, clusters of curls at crown and nape. Wearing tagged costume comprising white sheer nylon blouse with six rows of vertical lace, navy blue polished cotton skirt with large white polka dots, accented with three red roses, white lace petticoat, taffeta panties, stockings, red cross-strap heeled shoes, woven cap wrapped in white tulle with red rose buds, pearl earrings. Excellent condition. Alexander, 1956, the costume was sold as a boxed extra. $800/1000 39

54. Cissy in Garnet Red Velvet Swing Coat and Matching Skirt, 1956 20” (51 cm.) Dark blonde hair with two-curl bangs, cluster of curls at crown and nape.

Wearing garnet red velvet swing coat with ivory taffeta lining and floral accent, matching garnet red velvet circle skirt, white sleeveless lace-trimmed blouse, lace petticoat, taffeta panties, stockings, black cross-strap shoes, woven hat with flowers to match the coat accent. Excellent condition. Alexander, boxed set, 1956. $900/1200

55. Cissy in Aqua Taffeta Theatre Dress and Coat, 1956 20” (51 cm.) Auburn wig with two forehead curls, and clusters of curls at back crown and nape of neck. Wearing tagged aqua taffeta theatre dress with matching ivory opera coat lined in aqua taffeta, aqua bow at the neckline, pale pink can-can petticoat and panties, stockings, gold cross-strap shoes.

Near mint condition. Alexander, model 2021, 1956, with especially beautiful auburn wig described in the 1956 catalog as “shining hair arranged in a most becoming style”, with labeled Cissy box. $900/1100

56. Cissy “Looks So Charming” in Aqua Taffeta Dress and Black Velvet Bolero, 1956 20” (51 cm.) Dark blonde hair with shoulderlength curls and curly bangs. Wearing tagged very crisp aqua taffeta cocktail dress with 53, 54.

ties and rose ornament, black velvet cap with

53. Cissy in Green Velvet Swing Coat and Matching Skirt, 1956

a border of roses and black tulle face veil, pale pink can-can petticoat, pink taffeta

20” (51 cm.) Dark blonde hair with straight bangs, cluster of curls at crown and nape.

panties, stockings, silver cross-strap heels, rhinestone bracelet and ring, and carrying

Wearing green velvet swing coat with ivory taffeta lining and floral accent, matching

clear lucite box with floral corsage. Near mint condition. Alexander, model 2017, 1956,

green velvet circle skirt, white sleeveless lace-trimmed blouse, lace petticoat, taffeta

with labeled Cissy box, noted in the catalog of that year “...what could be so becoming

panties, stockings, red cross-strap shoes, woven hat with flowers to match the coat

as her tiny hat of flowers with a veil?” $800/1100

accent. Excellent condition. Alexander, boxed set, 1956. $900/1200

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57. Auburn-Haired Cissy in Blue Taffeta Brocade Opera Gown with White Stole, 1957 20” (51 cm.) Blonde wig with two forehead curls, and clusters of curls at the crown and nape with blue velvet bow at the back of hair. Wearing tagged sweeping gown of pale blue taffeta brocade, velvet sash caught at the waist with a floral corsage, white Orlon satin lined fur stole, pale blue paper taffeta and tulle slip, pale blue taffeta panties trimmed with Val lace, seamed nylon hose, silver cross-strap high heels, fingerless opera gloves, clear seed necklace on darker blue thread, rhinestone bracelet, ring and triple stone drop rhinestone earrings. Near mint condition.

Alexander, variation of model 2172 shown in the 1957 Alexander catalog. $1100/1300

58. Blonde-Haired Cissy in Blue Taffeta Brocade Opera Gown with White Stole, 1957 20” (51 cm.) Blonde wig with two forehead curls, and clusters of curls at crown and nape of neck. Wearing tagged sweeping gown of pale blue taffeta brocade, velvet sash caught at the waist with a floral corsage, white Orlon satin lined fur stole, pale blue paper taffeta and tulle slip, pale blue taffeta panties trimmed with Val lace, seamed nylon hose, silver cross-strap high heels, fingerless opera gloves, pearl necklace, rhinestone bracelet, ring and triple stone drop rhinestone earrings. Near mint condition. Alexander, variation of model 2172 shown in the 1957 Alexander catalog. $1100/1300

59. Cissy “Elegantly Gowned for the Opera” in Blue Faille Gown, 1957 20” (51 cm.) Auburn wig with curled chignon, curls at the crown and straight bangs with blue velvet ribbon accent at the back of hair. Wearing tagged sweeping gown of lace over heavy blue faille, fully lined circular skirt, velvet sash caught at the waist with a floral corsage, white Orlon satin lined fur stole, pale blue paper taffeta and tulle slip, pale blue taffeta panties trimmed with Val lace, seamed nylon hose, silver high heels, fingerless opera gloves, necklace, rhinestone bracelet, ring and with triple stone drop rhinestone earrings. Near mint condition. Alexander, model 2172, original box stamped 2172, gorgeous cheeks coloring and perfect coiffure,The doll was described in the 1957 catalog as “elegantly gowned for the opera in a most unusual gown...all this and glimmering jewels besides”. $1200/1700

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strap heels, wide straw hat with a bounty of roses on the crown, pearl earrings, jewel pendant on black velvet choker, solitaire ring. Excellent condition. Alexander, model 2175, from the “Cissy Models her Formal Gowns” series of 1957, rare model with uniquely-detailed lavish petticoat enhancing “the great bouffant skirt...which cascades gracefully to the floor”, as described in that catalog. $1400/1900

61. Cissette as “Lady Hamilton” in Pink Gown, 1957 10” (25 cm.) Light brown hair with curly bangs and cluster of curls at her nape. Wearing tagged pink silk gauze gown with attached shoulder wrap which fastens at the back and is decorated with pink buds, taffeta petticoat and panties, stockings, pale pink cross-strap heeled shoes, wide-brimmed woven hat with black velvet streamers and pink rosebuds, threerhinestone drop earrings. Near mint condition. Alexander, model 975, 1957, presented as Lady Hamilton. $400/600

62. Cissy as “Gainsborough Lady” in Aqua Taffeta Gown from “Formal Gowns” Series, 1957 20” (51 cm.) Dark brunette hair with two forehead bangs and cluster of curls at her nape. Wearing crisp aqua taffeta gown with very full sleeves accented with large shaded pink flowers which match the flowers on her wide-brimmed picture hat, velvet sash and hat streamers with tiny rosebud tassels, hooped ivory taffeta petticoat with rose buds, panties, stockings, gold cross-strap shoes, rhinestone earrings, sapphire ring, pearl bracelet. Near mint condition, beautiful cheek color, perfect coiffure. Alexander, model 2176, from “Formal Gowns” series of 1957 where the model was described as “looking as though she just stepped out of a portrait by Gainsborough”, this being a rare color variation of the costume. $1200/1500

63. Cissette as “Gainsborough Lady”, in Blue Taffeta, 1957 10” (25 cm.) Light brown hair with curly bangs and generous cluster of curls at her nape. Wearing pale blue taffeta gown 60, 61.

60. Cissy as “Lady Hamilton” from “Cissy Models Her Formal Gowns” Series, 1957

hat with three pink rosebuds, blue taffeta petticoat and panties, stockings, silver cross-strap heels. Very good condition, some

20” (51 cm.) Dark brunette hair with short curly forehead bangs, and hair drawn back to captured curls

light spotting around the hem. Alexander, model 961, 1957.

at her nape. Wearing tagged turquoise taffeta gown with applique nosegays of roses on skirt, matching

$400/500

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trimmed with rosebuds and velvet sash, wide-brimmed woven

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64. Cissy as “Gainsborough Lady” in Ivory Taffeta Gown from “Formal Gowns” Series, 1957

velvet sash and hat streamers with tiny rosebud tassels, hooped pale yellow taffeta

20” (51 cm.) Auburn hair drawn back from face into a cluster of curls at her nape.

earrings, sapphire ring, pearl bracelet. Excellent condition. Alexander, model 2176,

Wearing crisp ivory taffeta gown with very full sleeves accented with large shaded pink

from “Formal Gowns” series of 1957, described as “radiant in a gown of whispering

flowers which match the flowers on her wide-brimmed aqua woven picture hat, aqua

taffeta”. $1200/1500

petticoat with rose buds, panties, stockings, silver cross-strap shoes, rhinestone

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sash and ties of lucite case which contains a hankie, and has attached floral corsage which matches her floral coronet. taffeta petticoat and panties, stockings. Near mint condition, beautiful complexion and coiffure. Alexander, model 1638, 1957, with original box stamped 1638. $600/800

66. Cissette in Pink Bridesmaid Gown, 1957 10� (25 cm.) Auburn hair with bangs and shoulder-length curls. Wearing pink taffeta bridesmaid gown overlaid with sheer dotted swiss tulle, pink sash with cluster of flowers which match the floral accents on her wide-brimmed bonnet, pearl earrings, bracelet, panties, stockings, gold sling-strap heels. Near mint condition. Alexander, model 960, 1957, in Cissette box with brochure. $500/700

65. Elise Bridesmaid in Pink Dotted Swiss Tulle Gown, 1957 16� (41 cm.) Ash-blonde wig with short curly bangs and hair drawn back into cascading curls from back crown. Wearing pink organdy gown with overlaid dotted Swiss tulle skirt, dotted Swiss tulle pulled sleeves, lace edging at neckline, pink satin 46

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67. Cissy as “Pink Bridesmaid” of Dotted Swiss Tulle, 1957 20” (51 cm.) Blonde hair drawn away from her face and captured in arranged chignon at her nape.

Wearing white dotted Swiss tulle gown over organdy underskirt, and with pink taffeta petticoat which shades through the gowns to create a pink illusion, puffed sleeves, lace-edged bodice, pink satin sash accented with a corsage of pink roses and blue violets which are repeated as skirt accents and forming a garland around the stiffened two-tiered gathered horsehair bonnet, panties, stockings, silver sling-strap shoes, pearls, two-pearl earrings, rhinestone bracelet, solitaire ring. Excellent condition. Alexander, 1957, the model is known as “Pink Bridesmaid”. $1200/1500

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68. Cissy in Purple Velvet Sheath Gown from “Formal Gowns” Series, 1957 20” (51 cm.) Auburn hair with short curly bangs and hair drawn from face into clusters of curls at crown and nape. Wearing tagged royal purple velvet sheath gown with deep decolletage lined with pink satin, zipper closure, three-layers of tulle skirts below the hips in gradation of lavender colors decorated with a cluster of seven rosebuds (described in the 1957 Alexander catalog as “gives the final dash of elegance”, 68. Detail

lavender panties, stockings, lavender crossstrap shoes, pearl earrings, sunburst rhinestone brooch, amethyst bracelet and ring. Near mint condition. Alexander, #2174, 1957 from the “Formal Gowns” series, with original envelopestyle wrist tag. $900/1200

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69. Cissette Looking Lovely in Lavender 10� (25 cm.) Auburn hair with bangs and shoulder-length curls. Wearing tagged lavender/white checkered dress with lace edging at shoulders and hem purple and lavender floral accents which are repeated in her rare purple woven hat swathed in purple tulle, pearl earrings, white taffeta petticoat and panties, stockings, lavender cross-strap heeled shoes. Near mint condition. Cissette, model 921, 1958. $400/500

70. Cissy in Lilac Sheath Dress with Overskirt and Accessories, 1957 20� (51 cm.) Auburn hair with tightly-curled bangs, clusters of curls at crown and nape. Wearing lilac slipper satin sheath dress with cuffed sleeves and collar, with matching gathered overskirt lined in ivory taffeta which snaps in front with a fabric bow, two rosebuds at neckline, triple-layered ruffled hat of stiffened netting with floral accents, panties, stockings, lavender cross-strap heeled shoes, rhinestone bracelet and ring, rhinestone petal-shaped earrings, and carrying lucite purse containing a floral corsage.

Near mint condition.

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73. Cissy in Black Velvet Torso Gown, A Variation from “Formal Gowns” Series, 1956 20” (51 cm.) Light brown hair with short curly bangs and hair drawn from face into clusters of curls at crown and nape.

Wearing tagged black velvet

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gown with deep decolletage lined with pink satin, zipper closure, attached black

10” (25 cm.) Blonde wig with two forehead curls, clusters of curls at back crown

taffeta petticoat with black tulle overlay decorated with a cluster of roses at the hips,

and nape. Wearing black velvet gown with black sequin bodice edging, flared floor-

black net slip, black taffeta panties, stockings, lavender cross-strap shoes. Very

length skirt, white orlon wrap with ivory lining trimmed with little rose buds, pink

good condition. Alexander, variation of model #2043 from”Cissy on Parade”, 1956.

taffeta petticoat with lace edging, panties, stockings, black cross-strap shoes, pearls.

$700/900

Excellent condition. Alexander, model 973, 1958, with Cissette box. $500/700

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74. Cissy In Black Velvet Gown with Orlon Stole, 1957 20” (51 cm.) Auburn wig with tightly-curled bangs, and clusters of curls at her crown

10” (25 cm.) Blonde hair in elaborately-arranged topknot with two curls at forehead

and nape. Wearing tagged black velvet fitted A-line floor-length gown with black

and curls at nape. Wearing tagged black velvet sheath gown with low bodice and black

stiff pellon lining and black sequin-trimmed bodice, white orlon faux-fur wrap with

dotted tulle overlay skirt, rosebud accents, stockings, black cross-strap heeled shoes,

padded ivory silk lining, accented with corsage of roses to match the roses in her

pearls, rhinestone bracelet and earrings. Excellent condition. Alexander, model 974,

hair, white taffeta can-can petticoat, panties, stockings, black cross-strap heeled

1957. $400/500

shoes, elbow-length fingerless gloves, rhinestone teardrop earrings and solitaire, and unique sapphire rhinestone necklace and ring. Excellent condition. Alexander, 1957. $900/1200

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75. Cissy Queen with Rare Side-Parted Coiffure, 1957 20” (51 cm.) Blonde hair with side-parted hair, one forehead curl, hair pulled back into arranged chignon at the nape. Wearing tagged gold brocade gown with wide loops at the back, blue Garter of the Sash with jewels and rhinestones, taffeta petticoat with hem ruffle, panties, stockings, gold crossstrap shoes, fingerless gloves, two-tone gold tiara with rubies and rhinestones, rhinestone teardrop earrings, pearls, three bracelets, solitaire ring.

Near mint condition. Alexander, 1957, with original stamped box. $1100/1400

76. Elise Ballerina “Poised with Grace” in Gold Net Tutu, 1959 16” (41 cm.) Blonde hair with two forehead curls and drawn back into arranged curls, wearing tagged “glamorous tou-tou [sic} of layers and layers of gold net”, gold cloth bodice edged with golden braided sequins which match her double-tiered tiara, pink tights, gold ballet slippers, earrings. Near mint condition. Alexander, model 1810, 1959, with original box stamped 1810. $700/900

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77. Cissette as Queen in Gold Brocade, 1958 10” (25 cm.) Blonde hair with bangs and shoulderlength curls. Wearing tagged gold brocade gown with elaborate gown at the back, blue Sash of the Garter with jewels and rhinestones, rhinestone-accented crown, yellow taffeta petticoat with lace edging, panties, stockings, yellow cross-strap heeled shoes, bracelet.

Excellent condition. Alexander, model 879, 1958. $500/700

78. Cissy Queen with Distinctive Puffed Sleeves, 1958 20” (51 cm.) Reddish-brown hair with two tiny forehead curls, then drawn back into arranged curls at nape.

Wearing gold brocade gown with unusual pulled sleevelets, box-pleated full skirt, set-in waist, wide blue Sash of the Garter with rhinestone encircled medallion, and red ribbons, yellow taffeta hooped petticoat, panties, stockings, gold cross-strap heeled shoes, elaborate gold crown with rhinestone trim, rhinestone earrings, three bracelets, solitaire ring, elbow-length fingerless gloves. Near mint. Alexander, model 2281, 1958, with original box stamped 2281, described in that year’s catalog as “gracious...regal and romantic”. $1400/1900 53

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double strand of pearls, pearl earrings. Near mint condition. Alexander, model 1835,

16” (41 cm.) Dark brunette hair with short curly bangs and hair drawn back to

1959, described in the Alexander catalog as “triumphantly feminine” while “her great

arranged pageboy coiffe. Wearing tagged pink nylon wedding gown with very full

billowing veil of tulle surrounds her in a cloud of beauty”. $700/900

puffed sleeves, rows of vertical lace on bodice, and very full knife-pleated skirt, pink

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satin sash, organdy and taffeta petticoats, panties, stockings, pink cross-strap heeled

80. Elise “Pink Bridesmaid” with Lavish Cherry Blossoms, 1959

shoes, lavish coronet of tiny flowers which match her bridal bouquet, extended veil,

16” (41 cm.) Auburn hair with short curly bangs and captured curls at her nape.

Wearing tagged pink nylon pleated gown with flared sleeves and a lavish spray of cherry blossoms at the bodice which match the blossoms on the wide-brimmed pink hat, pale pink taffeta petticoat and panties, stockings, pink crossstrap shoes, pearl earrings and necklace. Near mint condition, beautiful hair and blush.

Alexander, model 1830, 1959, with original wrist booklet and box labeled 1830. $700/900

81. Cissy, “An Ethereal Bride” in Tulle and Satin, 1957 20” (51 cm.) Blonde hair with short curly bangs and hair drawn away from her face into captured curls at her nape. Wearing wedding gown with satin bodice appliqued with satin braid which form into delicate sleeve caps, swirl of white tulle over organdy skirt with double train of white satin “which falls gracefully to the floor”, coronet of pink and white flowers with attached veil, matching bouquet, taffeta petticoat, panties, stockings, silver cross-strap heels, pearl necklace and teardrop earrings, fingerless elbow-length gloves.

Near mint condition. Alexander, model 2170, 1957, described in that year’s catalog as “an ethereal bride, gowned in a mist of nylon tulle”, with original envelope tag, and original box labeled 2170. $1200/1700

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82. Cissy in Pink Checked Nylon Dress, 1957 20� (51 cm.) Light brown hair with two forehead curls, hair drawn back into arranged curls at nape. Wearing tagged sheer nylon dress of pink/white checks, with three rows of lace on the bodice, and edging the turned-up cuffs, lace trim around the hem, pearl buttons, taffeta petticoat with tulle ruffle, taffeta panties, stockings, silver crossstrap heels, wide-brimmed woven hat with floral cluster and lace, pearl buttons, bracelet, solitaire ring. Near mint condition. Alexander, 1957, offered both separately and as a costumed doll by FAO Schwartz. $700/900

83. Elise in Pink and Chartreuse Striped Shirtwaist, 1957 16� (41 cm.) Dark brunette wig with bangs and full curls.

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panties, stockings, black cross-strap heeled shoes, pearl earrings. Excellent condition. Alexander, 1957. $300/500

84. Cissy in Pink and Chartreuse Striped Shirtwaist, 1957 20” (51 cm.) wig with curled bangs and captured curls at her nape. Wearing cotton shirtwaist, of alternating stripes in chartreuse, hot pink and rose, with two rhinestone buttons, chartreuse collar and cuffs with rhinestone accents, yellow velvet sash, rhinestone teardrop earrings, bracelet, solitaire ring, yellow taffeta petticoat, panties, stockings, cross-strap shoes, hat box.

Very good/excellent condition. Alexander, offered as boxed costume, 1957, and is rare to find. $500/700

85. Cissy in Yellow Flowered Dress with Cameo Brooch, 1957 20” (51 cm.) Dark brunette hair with short curly bangs and arranged curls at nape. Wearing yellow taffeta dress with “flowers printed all over in profession”, lace trim at cuffs, black sash, yellow taffeta petticoat with tulle ruffle, panties, stockings, black cross-strap heels, black woven wide-brimmed hat with a garland of vibrant pink and yellow wildflowers, pearl earrings, black cameo, emerald ring, and carrying black hat box.

Near mint condition. Alexander, model 2120, 1957, the dress described in the 1957 catalog as falling into “ripples of rhythm” as she walks, with original box stamped 2120. $700/900 57

86. Cissy in Lilac Taffeta Afternoon Dress with Exceptional Hat, 1957 20” (51 cm.) Light brown hair with short curly bangs, and arranged clusters of curls on crown and nape of neck. Wearing lilac taffeta dress with doublebox-pleated skirt, separate jacket with rolled collar, shaded blue flowers at bodice, pink taffeta can-can petticoat with pink flowers, panties, stockings, shoes, large bowl-shaped lilac open-top woven hat with a garland of shaded blue flowers, pearls, rhinestone bracelet, ring, and lucite handbag containing a matching floral corsage.

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Near mint condition, one small faint spot on skirt, beautiful complexion and hair.

Alexander, model 2143, 1957, with Cissy box. $1100/1400

87. Cissette in Lilac Taffeta Cocktail Dress, 1957 10” (25 cm.) Blonde hair with forehead curls and shoulder-length curls. Wearing lilac taffeta cocktail dress with matching bolero jacket, delicate pale flowers at her neckline which are repeated on her lavender woven hat a swirl in lavender netting, pink taffeta slip and panties, stockings, lilac cross-strap shoes, three-tier rhinestone earrings and matching bracelet. Near mint condition. Alexander, model 943, 1957, in Cissette box with booklet. $500/700

88. Cissy in Black Wool Suit with Flower Petal Hat, 1957 20” (51 cm.) Auburn hair with short curly bangs and shoulder-length curls. Wearing tagged black woolen suit with circle skirt and black elastic waist band with rhinestone faux-buckle, matching jacket with rolled collar trimmed with rhinestone chevron pin, sleeveless blouse with tiny seed pearl buttons, pale pink taffeta can-can petticoat, panties, stockings, black cross-strap heeled shoes, unique hat of layered flower petals, solitaire, pink hat box. Near mint condition. Alexander, 1957, with Cissy box and wrist tag. $800/1000

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curls, hair drawn back and captured in curls at her nape with a pink ribbon. Wearing hot pink felt

wool swing coat with over-stitching wide lapel, matching cap with aqua velvet bow at back, blue knit top, pink felt wool skirt with wide pocket, floral accent on shirt and pocket, flocked petticoat and panties, stockings, shoes, black hat box. Near mint condition, beautiful complexion and coiffure. Alexander, 1957/58, offered as separates. $800/1100 59

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90. Cissy in Blue Taffeta Cocktail Dress with Organdy Wrap, 1957 20� (51 cm.) Blonde hair drawn away from her face and captured in an arranged pageboy. Wearing tagged crisp navy blue taffeta dress with dropped waist and cap sleeve, long draped organdy stole with corsage of roses, taffeta petticoat with tulle ruffle, taffeta panties, stockings, black cross-strap shoes, white net cap with a lavish bed of tulle accented with pink roses, pearl earrings and necklace, bracelet, hat box. Excellent condition. Alexander, 1957. $700/900

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Alexander, 1957, in Cissette box stamped 731. $500/700

92. Cissette in Navy Blue Taffeta Dress with ThreeTiered Cape, 1957 10” (25 cm.) Dark brunette hair with short bangs and shoulder-length hair. Wearing tagged navy blue taffeta evening dress, three-tiered

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white organdy cape, petticoat, panties, stockings, black cross-strap shoes, white woven hat with sprigs of tiny white flowers. Near mint condition. Alexander, model 941, 1957, in Cissette box with envelope-shaped wrist tag. $400/500

93. Cissy in Navy Taffeta with Triple-Tiered Cape, 1957 20” (51 cm.) Ash-blonde wig with two forehead curls, hair drawn back and captured in an arranged pageboy at back. Wearing tagged crisp blue taffeta afternoon dress with three-tiered organdy collar with self tie, white lace petticoat, taffeta panties, stockings, black cross-strap shoes, wide-brimmed woven hat with lavish arrangement of white flowers, white nylon gloves, pearl earrings, watch with rhinestone border, seed-pearl bracelet, hat box. Near mint condition, beautiful complexion and coiffure. Alexander, model 2141, 1957, “a doll you’ll never forget” according to the 1957 catalog, with original box numbered 2141. $800/1100

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stockings, black cross-strap heeled shoes, double strand of white beads and matching

20” (51 cm.) Auburn hair with short curly bangs and short curls framing her face.

bracelet, solitaire ring, aqua woven hat with unusual rounded top with white flowers

Wearing polished cotton dress with vibrant camellia print in aqua and turquoise,

attached to each side, net streamers. Excellent condition. Alexander, a variation of

elbow-length sleeves with lace edging, turquoise organdy can-can petticoat, panties,

fabric design of #2222, from the 1958 catalog. $900/1200

95. Cissy in Dark Camellia Dress for “Round the Clock Living”, 1958 20” (51 cm.) Auburn hair with short curly bangs and short curls framing her face. Wearing polished cotton dress with vibrant camellia print in aqua and ink blue, elbow-length sleeves with lace edging, turquoise organdy can-can petticoat, panties, stockings, black cross-strap heeled shoes, double strand of white beads and matching bracelet, solitaire ring, white woven hat with unusual rounded top with pink and blue flowers attached to each side, net streamers, hat box. Excellent condition. Alexander, a variation of fabric design of #2222, from the 1958 catalog. $800/1000

96. Cissette in Aqua Polished Cotton Dress, 1957 10” (25 cm.) Dark brunette hair with curly bangs and shoulder-length curls. Wearing tagged aqua polished cotton shirtwaist with generous rows of Val lace, pearl buttons, turn-up cuffs, petticoat, panties, stockings, white cross-strap heeled shoes, 96.

white woven hat

with two large pink roses. Near mint condition. Alexander, model 930, 1957, with Cissette box. $500/700

97. Cissy in Aqua Polished Cotton Dress, 1957 20” (51 cm.) Dark brunette hair with tightly-curled bangs and rolled chignon at the nape. Wearing tagged aqua polished cotton shirtwaist dress with pearl buttons, generous Val lace trim, turned up cuffs, ivory can-can petticoat, panties, stockings, gold cross-strap heels, aqua woven hat with large pink flower, pearl drop earrings, solitaire. Near mint condition. Alexander, model 2130, 1957, described in that year’s catalog as ushering in “the dressmaker touches which take a simple cotton frock out of the ordinary to give it chic”. $700/900 63

99. Cissy in Puffed Sleeve Dress with Bird Design, 1957 20” (51 cm.) Auburn hair with curly bangs and captured curls at crown and nape.

Wearing bronze green polished cotton dress with pink and bluebird and floral designs, organdy pink puffed sleeves and sash, pink can-can slip, panties, stockings, cross-strap heels. Very good condition. Alexander, 1957. $500/700

100. Cissy in Aqua Puffed Sleeve Dress of Diamond Quilt Pattern, 1957 20” (51 cm.) Auburn hair with short curls and hair waved from face and captured in curls at her nape.

Wearing tagged olive green dress with pink and aqua designs, 98, 99, 100.

organdy aqua puffed

98. Cissy in Pink Puffed Sleeve Dress of Diamond Quilt Pattern, 1957

sleeves and sash, pale yellow can-can petticoat, panties, stockings, cross-strap heels,

20” (51 cm.) Dark brunette hair waved from face and captured in roll at her nape.

woven hat, pearl earrings, wide-brimmed woven hat Excellent condition. Alexander,

Wearing bronze green dress with pink and blue designs, having pressed pleats with

1957, boxed costume which is hard to find. $500/700

unusual net lining, organdy pink puffed sleeves and sash, pink lace slip, panties,

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unusual net lining,

stockings, cross-strap heels, double strand of tiny seed pearls, pearl earrings, solitaire,

101. Cissy in Yellow Sundress with Bands of Violets, 1957

wide-brimmed pink woven hat with black velvet streamers and garland of pink flowers.

20” (51 cm.) Light brown hair with curly bangs and shoulder-length hair. Wearing

Good condition, left arm faded, costume excellent. Alexander, 1957, boxed costume

tagged polished cotton sundress with alternating vertical bands of dotted yellow and

which is hard to find. $300/500

garlands of lilacs, with matching horizontal bands on fitted bodice which is edged with

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lace and accented with rhinestones, yellow taffeta can-can petticoat, stockings, gold cross-strap heeled shoes, woven wide-brimmed hat with garlands of purple and cream violets. Excellent condition. 1957, the boxed costume was an FAO Schwartz exclusive. $500/700

102. Cissy in Puffed Sleeve Yellow Dress with Printed Bands of Violets, 1957 20� (51 cm.) Blonde hair with tiny forehead curls, shoulderlength curls. Wearing tagged polished cotton dress with alternating horizontal bands of dotted yellow and garlands of lilacs, with matching vertical bands on fitted bodice.

Puffed sleeves, purple organdy petticoat with tri-layer ruffle, panties, stockings, cross-strap heeled shoes, woven widebrimmed yellow hat with garlands of purple and cream violets. Excellent condition. 1957, the boxed costume was an FAO Schwartz exclusive. $500/700

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104. Elise in Polka Dot Blouse and Green Skirt, 1957 16” (41 cm.) Blonde hair with right forehead curls and short curly hair. Wearing tagged white cotton blouse with green polka dots, pearl buttons, green velvet bow, green taffeta flared skirt, flocked petticoat, taffeta panties, stockings, green crossstrap shoes. Near mint condition, beautiful blush. Elise, model 1634, 1957, in original box stamped 1634. $500/700

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10” (25 cm.) Blonde hair with short curls

and bangs. Wearing tagged red taffeta dress with red polka dot white sleeves and collar, taffeta petticoat and panties, stockings, white strap heels, white woven cap with red velvet bow. Near mint condition.

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103. Cissy in Green Slacks Ensemble, 1956

106. Cissy in Red “Taffeta, Crisp and Swishy”, 1957

20” (51 cm.) Auburn hair with short curls and shoulder-length

20” (51 cm.) Ash-blonde hair with short forehead

curls. Wearing tagged green waffle-weave cotton shirt with back

curls, shoulder-length curls. Wearing tagged red

snaps, green fitted pants with gold elastic waist, woven straw hat

taffeta dress, white cotton blouse with red polka dots,

with green velvet ribbon, woven shopping bag with green leaf,

large bow, and turned-up cuffs, white lace petticoat,

hat box, gold cross-strap shoes, sunglasses. Excellent condition.

panties, stockings, cross-strap shoes, white woven

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cloche cap with red velvet ribbon. Excellent condition, rosy cheeks.

Alexander, model 2110, 1957, described in that catalog “with smart lines...that give Cissy a young fresh look”. $700/900

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20” (51 cm.) Ashblonde hair with short forehead curls, shoulder-length curls.

Wearing tagged green taffeta dress, white cotton blouse with green polka dots, large bow, and turned-up cuffs, ivory can-can petticoat, panties, stockings, black crossstrap shoes, white woven cloche cap with white flowers, green emerald ring. Excellent condition, rosy cheeks.

Alexander, model 2110, 1957, described in that catalog as “smart lines...cut with care and finished with perfection”. $700/900

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109. Elise in Red Velvet Pants and Organdy Blouse, 1956/57 16” (41 cm.) Ashblonde hair with short curly bangs and shoulder-length curls.

Wearing tagged white organdy blouse with lace-trimmed bodice and cuffs, red roses at bodice, brocade sash, red velvet pants, rhinestone earrings, red cross-strap shoes.

Excellent condition.

Alexander, 1956/57. $500/700

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10” (25 cm.) Ash-blonde hair with curly bangs and shoulder-length curls. Wearing red polka dot puffed sleeve blouse under white cotton pinafore, petticoat, panties, stockings, red sling heels, red woven hat. Near mint condition.

Alexander, model 919, 108, 109.

108. Cissy with Rare Ponytail in Red Velvet Pants and Organdy Blouse, 1956/57

in original box stamped 919, 1957. $500/700

and cuffs, red roses at bodice, ivory braid sash with embroidered roses, red velvet pants,

111. Cissette in Red Polka Dot Spectator Sports Ensemble, 1958

rhinestone teardrop earrings, large rhinestone earrings, cross-strap shoes. Near mint

10” (25 cm.) Blonde hair

condition. Alexander, 1956/57, with very rare original ponytail coiffure. $800/1100

with curly bangs and

20” (51 cm.) Ash-blonde hair with rolled forehead bangs, hair drawn back into an arranged ponytail with curls. Wearing white organdy blouse with lace-trimmed bodice

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shoulder length curls. Wearing tagged red cotton dress with tiny white polka dots, puff sleeves, white pique bow tie, petticoat and panties, stockings, black cross-strap heels, woven hat with large cluster of bright red roses, pearl earrings, included is extra set of pink taffeta petticoat and panties.

Excellent condition.

Alexander, model 112.

811, in Cissette box stamped “900”,

the dress was presented in a variety of colorful patterns, and was a boxed extra, 1958. $400/500

112. Cissette in Ensemble of Red Felt Skirt and Silk Shirt, 1957 10” (25 cm.) Dark brunette hair with two forehead curls, hair looped back at the crown in arranged curls, and then more curls arranged at nape which fall to mid-torso. Wearing tagged red felt circle skirt with gold elastic waist, sleeveless silk blouse with lace and rhinestone trim, roses at waist, dotted tulle petticoat, panties, stockings, white cross-strap heeled shoes, carrying red valise, rhinestone earrings, pearls. Near mint condition. Alexander, model 924, 1957. $400/500

113. Cissy in Red Felt Coat and Hat with Chiffon Scarf, 1957 20” (51 cm.) Ash-blonde hair with curly bangs and shoulder-length hair. Wearing red wool felt swing coat with shawl collar and snap closure, matching cap with black bow at the back, long white chiffon shawl, sheer white nylon dress with flocked red dots, can-can petticoat, panties, stockings, red cross-strap shoes, and carrying red hat box. Excellent condition. Alexander, the felt coat with matching cap was offered as a boxed extra in 1957, available in a variety of colors, this example with beautifully-preserved brilliant red color. $700/900 69

panties, black cross-strap heeled shoes, white woven open-top hat, chatelaine pocket watch, and black hat box. Very good condition, flower a bit dusty.

Alexander, the doll was presented in the 1957 catalog, model 2114, her skirt described as “so skillfully cut that it hangs in soft folds”. $700/900

115. Cissy in Blue Overalls with Accessories, 1957 20” (51 cm.)

Dark brunette hair with curly bangs and shoulderlength curls.

Wearing blue

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114. Cissy in Blue “Dressed for Any Summer Morning”, 1957

fitted overalls, pink silky nylon blouse with large attached bow and turn-up cuffs,

20” (51 cm.) Light brown hair with curly bangs and shoulder-length curls. Wearing

wide-brimmed sun hat, gold cross-strap shoes, and carrying woven shoulder bag with

tagged blue pique swing skirt with net lining, blue and white striped tailored shirt

applique felt flower and sunglasses. Near mint condition, beautiful complexion and

with pearl buttons and turn-up cuffs, white flower trim at the neckline, lace petticoat,

hair. Alexander, 1957. $700/900

116. Cissy in Velvet Capris with Distinctive Jewelry, 1957 20” (51 cm.)

Auburn hair with straight bangs and clusters of curls at back crown and nape.

Wearing tagged black jersey knit shirt with applique emerald-centered pin and three rhinestones, black velvet capri pants, blue taffeta pleated sash with wide bow and gold bead encircled pearl pin, pearl necklace, solitaire, stockings, gold sling-back heeled shoes. Excellent condition.

Alexander, the costume was sold as a boxed set, 1957. $700/900

117. Cissy in Lavender “Dressed for Any Summer Morning”, 1957 20” (51 cm.) Dark brunette hair with curly bangs and shoulder-length curls.

Wearing lavender linen swing skirt with organdy lining, hot pink and white striped tailored shirt with pearl buttons and turn-up cuffs, pink flower trim at the neckline, pink lace petticoat, panties, purple cross-strap heeled shoes, white woven

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open-top hat, chatelaine pocket watch, and amethyst ring. Near mint condition.

Alexander, the doll was presented in the 1957 catalog, model 2114, in blue or lavender, this being the rare lavender color, and is in original box stamped “2114 Lavender”. $900/1100 71

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118. Cissy in Black Velvet Toreador Pants with Pink Sash, 1957 20” (51 cm.) Auburn hair with curly bangs and captured curls at nape.

Wearing black velvet toreador pants with gold elastic waist band, long sleeve lace blouse with three rhinestone buttons, pink satin sash with bead-encircled pearl pin closure, stockings, gold cross-strap heels.

Excellent condition. Alexander, 1957, the costume was featured in FAO Schwartz catalog of that year. $600/800

119. Cissy in Black Velvet Toreador Pants with Blue Sash, 1957 20” (51 cm.) Ash-blonde hair with two forehead curls and captured curls at crown and nape. Wearing black velvet toreador pants with gold elastic waist band, long sleeve lace blouse with three rhinestone buttons, blue taffeta sash with bead-encircled pearl pin closure, rhinestone earrings, stockings, gold cross-strap heels. Excellent condition. Alexander, 1957, the costume was featured in FAO Schwartz catalog of that year. $500/700

120. Cissette in Toreador Ensemble, 1957 10” (25 cm.) Blonde hair with curly bangs and shoulder-length curls, topped with pink hair bow. Wearing white lace blouse with rhinestone buttons, black velvet toreador pants with gold elastic banding, wide bright blue taffeta sash with side pouf and pearl accent, pearl earrings, gold cross-strap heeled shoes. Near mint condition. Alexander, model 905, 1957, with Cissette box and brochure. $500/700

121. Cissette Dressed For Afternoon Tea in Black Velvet Sheath, 1958 10” (25 cm.) Blonde hair with curly bangs and shoulder-length curls.

Wearing black sheath velvet dress with draped skirt front, satin lining and pink floral accents, slip, panties, stockings, black cross-strap heeled shoes, lavishly-draped pink chiffon cap with pink roses, pearl earrings, necklace.

Excellent condition. Alexander, model 842, 1958. $400/500

122. Cissy “Dressed for the Matinee” in Black Velvet Sheath, 1957 20” (51 cm.) Dark brunette hair with straight bangs, hair drawn back into arranged curls at her nape. Wearing draped black velvet sheath dress, black beading on sleeves, pink lace slip, panties, stockings, black crossstrap heeled shoes, aqua knit fingerless gloves, aqua woven hat with swirl of aqua tulle and pink rose buds, rhinestone teardrop earrings, pearl necklace and bracelet, rhinestone-circled watch, black hat box. Near mint condition. Alexander, model 2231, 1958 with Cissy box stamped 2231. $900/1100

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cross-strap shoes. Excellent condition.

Alexander, Elise, 1958. $400/600

124. Elise’s Bridesmaid Dress of Swiss Dotted Tulle, 1957 Of pale pink satin faille bodice with dotted tulle overlay, and lace ruffled collar, the full-length gown has dotted tulle skirt with attached pink taffeta underskirt, tulle puffed sleeves, pink satin sash, along with separate taffeta petticoat, and with floral coronet and lucite case with 124.

hanky and corsage. Near mint condition.

Alexander, the costume was also presented on doll in the 1957 catalog as model 1638, and is here in original Elise costume box stamped 10-61. $300/400

125. Pink Satin Faille Costume for Elise, 1957 Tagged pink satin faille dress with fitted bodice, widely-flared box-pleated skirt, turn-up cuffs, accented with floral cluster at waist and self-bow at neckline, along with stiffened net petticoat with flocked

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design and pink bow. Near mint condition.

Alexander, 1957, or original costume box stamped “Elise 17-51”. $300/400

126. Straw Hat for Elise in Original Box, 1957 The white woven hat is decorated with doted Swiss tulle which is placed across the crown of hat and forms into long steamers, with pink shaded floral accents and green velvet bows. Near mint condition. Alexander, for Elise, in original hat box stamped “Elise 17-10”, 1957. $200/300 123.

123. Elise in Toreador Pants Ensemble, 1958

127. Elise in Pink Faille Dress with Velvet Ribboned Hat, 1957

16” (41 cm.) Ash-blonde hair with short bangs and shoulder-length

16” (41 cm.) Dark brunette hair with curly bangs and

curls. Wearing black velvet toreador pants with gold elastic waist,

shoulder-length curls. Wearing tagged pink satin faille

lace V--bodice blouse, wide chiffon shaded pink sash with large bow

dress with fitted bodice, widely-flared box-pleated skirt,

and gold button, roses at neckline, pearls, and pearl bracelet, black

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bow at neckline, pink lace petticoat, panties, stockings, black

128. Elise in Sheer Pink Nylon Party Dress, 1959

cross-strap heels, pale pink open-top woven hat with pink velvet

16” (41 cm.) Blonde hair with short curly bangs and hair drawn back into a rolled chignon at nape. Wearing

ribbons and flowers. Near mint condition. Alexander, 1957, with

sheer pink nylon dress with dainty flocked flowers, puffed sleeves, pink velvet sash, taffeta petticoat with tulle

Elise box stamped 1630. $500/700

ruffle, panties, stockings, pink cross-strap heeled shoes, pink woven hat with tulle overlay and lavish floral clusters, pearl necklace and earrings. Near mint condition, beautiful complexion and coiffure. Alexander, 1959, with original box stamped 1815, described in the 1859 catalog as “pink and pretty”. $500/700 75

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20” (51 cm.) Dark brunette hair with curly bangs and shoulder-length curls.

Wearing polished cotton sunsuit in vibrant yellow and white stripes with dartshaped bodice and rick-rack

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trim, and with matching overskirt which ties at the open back, yellow woven hat with red and green bangs and cluster of berries, woven basket with embroidered vines, yellow sunglasses, vinyl sandals on wedge cork heels with ankle ties with label from Bullock’s store in California; the shoes were a custom exclusive for Alexander by them, and are rarely found. Near mint condition. Alexander, 1957, the V-neck sunsuit was a new model for that year. $800/1000

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131. Cissette in Matching Sunsuit Ensemble 10” (25 cm.) Blonde hair with curly bangs and shoulder-length curls. Wearing polished cotton sunsuit in vibrant yellow and white stripes with rick-rack trimmed bodice, and with matching overskirt which ties at the open back, stockings, cross-strap shoes, woven bone-shaped hat. Near mint condition. Alexander, 1957. $400/500

132. Lissy in Yellow School Dress, 1956 12” (30 cm.) Blonde hair in bangs and pulled back into captured curls at the nape.

Wearing tagged polished cotton yellow dress with puffed sleeves, yellow striped polished cotton pinafore printed with lavender flowers, yellow cotton panties, white socks and black cross-strap shoes. Near mint condition. Alexander, Lissy,1956, $500/700

133. Three Cotton Dresses and Swimsuit for Cissy, 1957/58 Each is cotton with original Cissy tag. Including striped floral print sleeveless sundress with purple rick-tack trim and rhinestone accents; yellow sleeveless sundress with white abstract dotted design and lace bow, yellow puffed sleeve dress with wreath design and yellow satin sash, and with matching swimsuit with elastic smocked bodice. With one yellow Alexander dress box, the dresses were all offered separately.

Excellent crisp condition. Alexander, 1957/58. $500/700

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130. Elise in Matching Sunsuit Ensemble, 1957 16” (41 cm.) Dark brunette hair with curls and bangs. Wearing polished cotton sunsuit in vibrant yellow and white stripes with rickrack trimmed bodice, and with matching overskirt which ties at the open back, stockings, black cross-strap shoes, woven bone-shaped hat. Near mint condition. Alexander, 1957. $500/700

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134. Cissy in Lemon Tulle Ballgown with Garland of Roses, 1958 20� (51 cm.) Auburn wig with tightly-rolled forehead curls, cluster of curls at crown and nape. Wearing tagged lemonyellow tulle gown with attached organdy underskirt and garland of pale roses attached to neckline and forming a trailing garland on the skirt, taffeta can-can petticoat, yellow taffeta panties, stockings, gold cross-strap heeled shoes, petalshaped rhinestone earrings, solitaire ring. Near mint condition. Alexander, 1958. $900/1200

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135. Cissy in Apple Green Tulle Gown with Rare Veil, 1958 20� (51 cm.) Auburn hair with tightly-curled forehead bangs, cluster of curls at crown and nape. Wearing tagged applegreen tulle gown with attached organdy apple-green organdy underskirt, rosebud and rhinestone appliques on skirt, nosegay rose on left shoulder, pale yellow taffeta petticoat with attached apple-green tulle ruffles, taffeta panties, stockings, gold cross-strap shoes, rhinestone petal-shaped earrings, bracelet, solitaire, and with rare apple-green tulle head veil. Near mint condition.

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at crown with rosebud accent, and shoulder-length curls framing her face. Wearing tagged golden yellow tulle gown with pleated skirt and wrapped bodice, trimmed with garlands of pink roses and vines, attached yellow taffeta petticoat, panties, stockings, gold/white cross-strap heels, pearl teardrop earrings. Near mint condition, especially beautiful complexion and rare coiffure, Alexander, 1958, model, a companion to the similarly dressed Cissy, in Cissy box stamped 800. $500/700

138. Cissette in Lime Green Dancing Gown, 1961 10” (25 cm.) Blonde hair with curly bangs and pulled back into captured curls at the nape. Wearing tagged pale green satin gown with scalloped-edge full-length skirt exposing the pleated green tulle beneath, fitted satin bodice with attached shoulder wrap of green tulle, embroidered rosebud accents, attached yellow taffeta petticoat, stockings, white sling-strp shoes, pearl earrings. Near mint condition. Alexander, model 830, 1961, the gown was presented in several color variations and is considered very rare. $400/500

139. Cissette in Golden Yellow Gown, 1961 10” (25 cm.) Ash-blonde hair with curly bangs and pulled back into elaboratelyarranged curls at her crown and nape. Wearing tagged golden yellow satin gown with scalloped-edge full-length skirt exposing the pleated yellow tulle beneath, fitted satin bodice with attached shoulder wrap of yellow tulle, embroidered yellow floral accents, attached yellow taffeta petticoat, stockings, gold cross-strap shoes, pearl earrings.

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Near mint condition. Alexander, model 830, 1961, the gown was presented in several color variations and some, such as this example with very luxurious coiffures, in Cissette box stamped 830 and with original wrist tag. $400/500

nape. Wearing tagged apple-green tulle gown with attached apple-green organdy

140. Cissette in Gilt-Flecked Tulle and Yellow Taffeta Gown, 1961

underskirt, rosebud and rhinestone appliques, nosegay rose on left shoulder, pale

10” (25 cm.) Ash-blonde hair with bangs with elaborately-curled arrangement at

yellow taffeta petticoat with attached

her crown and nape. Wearing tagged butter-yellow floor-length sleeveless gown with

apple-green tulle ruffles, taffeta

overlay of gilt-flecked tulle, and with arched garland of yellow velvet floral petals, yellow

panties, stockings, gold cross-strap

taffeta panties and can-can petticoat, stockings, gold cross-strap heels, rhinestone

shoes, rhinestone earrings and with

earrings. Near mint condition. Alexander, the costume was offered as separately-boxed

rare apple-green dotted net veil. Near

model 732, 1961, in Cissette box stamped 760. $500/600

mint condition. Alexander, 1958, as “very glamorous in a dance frock”.

141. Cissette “Looking Very Glamorous” in Metallic Gold Evening Ensemble, 1961

$600/800

10” (25 cm.) Auburn hair with two curls onto forehead and clusters of curls at crown

model 1730, described in the catalog

and nape, trimmed with floral accent. Wearing tagged evening gown of textured soft

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137. Cissette in “Dance-Length Gown of Tulle the Color of Gold”, 1958

metallic gold that is fully lined, long gold-accented net stole fastened by flower bouquet

10” (25 cm.) Dark brunette hair with

panties, nylon stockings, and gold/white sling heels. Near mint condition. Alexander,

two forehead curls, captured curls

model 824, described in the 1960 catalog as “looking very glamorous”. $300/500

at waist, pearl earrings, yellow petticoat with gold rick-rack edging, yellow taffeta

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143. Elise as Bride in Embroidered Wreath Design, 1958

16” (41 cm.) Blonde hair with curled bangs and arranged curls. Wearing tagged fine

16” (41 cm.) Blonde wig with short forehead curls, hair drawn away from face into

double-layer tulle wedding gown with draped shawl collar with center floral corsage,

tightly-arranged pageboy chignon. Wearing tagged white tulle wedding dress with

attached organdy petticoat, taffeta petticoat and panties, stockings, white/silver sling

embroidered “wreath” designs at skirt hem and bodice, taffeta petticoat, panties,

heels, pearl necklace, ring, pink floral coronet with fine tulle veil, matching bouquet.

stockings, silver sling heels, pearl necklace and teardrop earrings, white floral coronet

Near mint condition. Alexander, model 1650, in Elise box stamped 1650, 1957, Elise’s

with tulle veil, matching bouquet. Near mint condition. Alexander, 1958, model 1750,

first year of issue. $500/700

with original wrist booklet and original box stamped 1750. $500/700

144. Cissy as Bride in Embroidered Wreath Gown from Dolls to Remember Series, 1958 20� (51 cm.) Auburn hair with two small forehead curls and arranged pageboy chignon at nape.

Wearing tagged white tulle wedding gown with richly-embroidered border of floral wreaths along the hem and forming a circlet at the bodice, attached organdy underskirt, taffeta hooped petticoat, panties, seamed stockings, white cross-strap heeled shoes, white floral coronet with floor-length veil, matching bouquet, teardrtop pearl earrings, pearl necklace, ring. Near mint condition, especially beautiful complexion and coiffure.

Alexander, 1958, model 2280 from the Dolls to Remember Series, with original box stamped 2280. $1200/1500

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146. Cissette in “Fragile and Flowery” Shadow Costume to Cissy, 1958 10” (25 cm.) Brunette wig with bangs and arranged shoulderlength curls. Wearing ivory satin and tulle gown with handpainted pink flowers and leaves, rhinestone accents, attached petticoat, additional petticoat, panties, stockings, gold sling heels, rhinestone earrings, woven wide-brimmed hat with pink flowers and green velvet ribbon. Excellent condition. Alexander, model 852, the doll was presented as a “shadow” to matching Cissy, 1958. $300/500

147. Cissy in “Fragile and Flowery” Tulle Gown with Painted Flowers, 1958 20” (51 cm.) Brunette wig with straight bangs and drawn back in mid-back curls. Wearing tagged evening gown with painted pink flowers on tulle, ruffled tulle shoulder detail and fitted bodice sprinkled with pink silk flowers having rhinestone 145.

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145. Elise “Looking Beautiful in a Romantic Dress”, 1958

Val lace, seamed nylon hose, silver cross-strap heels, fingerless

16” (41 cm.) Ash-blonde hair with curly bangs and shoulder-length curls. Wearing tagged shadow-printed

white opera gloves, rhinestone ring, bracelet and earrings

white nylon dress with flocked roses and applique rhinestone accents, pink satin sash with four pink

and a brimmed hat of double-layered horsehair with tulle and

rosebuds, attached organdy underskirt, taffeta petticoat, panties, stockings, silver cross-strap heeled shoes,

large pink roses. Near mint condition, beautiful complexion.

wide-brimmed intricately woven picture hat with floral and tulle trim, pearl earrings, solitaire ring. Near mint

Alexander, model 2282, 1958, described in the Alexander

condition. Alexander, model 1736, described in the 1958 catalog as “looking beautiful in a romantic dress”,

1958 catalog as having “a gown of great beauty...fragile and

with original box stamped 1736. $500/700

flowery”. $1200/1500

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148. Cissy in Pink Camellia Ballgown and Velvet Stole, 1958 20� (51 cm.) Ash-blonde hair with two little forehead curls and hair drawn back and captured in clusters at the crown and nape, Wearing tagged ivory silk ball gown with closely-spaced pattern of rich pink camellias, long velvet stole with constructed sleeves which is lined with matching silk of gown, hooped tiered petticoat, panties, seamed stockings, silver sling heels, matching rhinestone necklace and bracelet, solitaire ring with large “diamond�, prismatic rhinestone drop earrings. Near mint condition.

Alexander, model 2283 from the 86

“Dolls to Remember” series of 1958, described in that catalog as having “such beauty in color...soft as a cloud”. $1100/1500

149. Cissette in Variation of Pink Camellia Gown, 1958 10” (25 cm.) Light brown wig in side-parted style with a long looped curl drawn to the side and captured in a crown chignon which is decorated with roses, full long curls at the nape. Wearing tagged pale rose polished cotton gown patterned with dainty flowers under a brilliant pink velvet wrap with gown-matched lining, white taffeta petticoat with tulle ruffle, matching panties, seamed stockings, sling heels, pearl drop earrings. Excellent condition. Alexander, circa 1958, a rare variation of the classic camellia costume, rare coiffure. $400/500

150. Cissy in FlamingoPink Satin Coctail Ensemble from Dolls to Remember Series, 1958 20” (51 cm.)

Auburn hair with curly bangs and captured curls at her back crown 150. Detail

and nape, with four

large rosebuds behind her right ear. Wearing tagged fully-lined flamingo-pink satin cocktail dress with very full skirt, pink tulle wrap with captured at her waist with three shaded pink rosebuds, pink tulle and taffeta petticoat, pink taffeta panties, stockings, silver sling heels, short sheer nylon gloves, pearls, petal-shaped rhinestone earrings, rare pearl bracelet. Near mint condition, very beautiful complexion and coiffure. Alexander, model 2252, from the “Dolls to Remember” series of 1958, described in the company’s catalog as “more than glamorous - she’s romantic, too”. $1100/1400 87

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151. Cissy in Rare Variation of Camellia Gown from “Dolls to Remember” Series, 1958 20” (51 cm.) Ash-blonde hair with tiny side curls at forehead, and hair looped back into arranged curls at her crown and nape.

Wearing tagged, white silk faille ball gown “soft as a cloud with pink camellias in a wide spaced print”, according to the 1958 Alexander catalog, rose velvet floor-length cap lined with matching fabric, hooped taffeta petticoat, panties, stockings, gold cross-strap heels, rhinestone necklace, bracelet and earring (one earring missing).

Near mint condition. Alexander, model 2283, from the Dolls to Remember series, of 1958. $1100/1300

152. Cissette in Pink Camellia Gown, 1958 10” (25 cm.) Ash-blonde wig drawn back at the crown into rose-trimmed curls, full long curls at the nape. Wearing tagged ivory satin 88

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faille gown with dramatically-patterned fuchsia and pink camellias and roses, brilliant pink velvet sleeved wrap with camellia lining, white taffeta petticoat with tulle ruffle, matching panties, seamed stockings, sling heels, pearls and pearl earrings.

Excellent condition. Alexander, model 873, the doll was described in the 1958 catalog as “small elegance...she is irresistible”. $300/500

153. Cissy as “Lady in Red” from Dolls to Remember Series,1958 20” (51 cm.) Ash-blonde hair in very elaborate coiffure with arranged curls down entire back of head. Wearing tagged “holly-berry red taffeta cut skillfully with great wide skirt sweeping to the floor... and a sheer front of tulle stole with iridescent dots” (as described in Alexander catalog of 1958), white taffeta petticoat, panties, stockings, silver crossstrap heels, pearl drop earrings, double-strand pearl necklace, rare pearl ring and rhinestone waist brooch. Near mint condition. flawless complexion and perfect rare coiffure. Alexander, model 2285, 1958, from the series “Dolls to Remember”, the doll was described in the 1958 catalog as “The Lady in Red”. $1400/1800 89

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154. Cissette in Rare Pink Bridal Gown Along with Two Bridesmaids, 1959

satin sash to match, wide-brimmed woven hat with floral garland to match their

10” (25 cm.) Bride with curly bangs and shoulder-length curls, dark brunette

bouquets; each has taffeta petticoat and panties, stockings and shoes. Near mint

bridesmaid in blue with two forehead curls

condition. Alexander, models 740 and 741, 1959, the pink-gowned bride is very

and captured curls at nape, and light

rare and is believed to be an FAO Schwartz special in trousseau presentation.

brown-haired bridesmaid with curly bangs

$900/1200

and captured curls at nape. The trio are wearing companion wedding

155. Black Lace Chemise and Matching Mules, 1955-1959

costumes, the bride with

The black lace chemise with silk straps and silk floral accents has companion high-

tagged delicate tulle

heeled mules with pink wide-band straps decorated with black lace centering a pink

pleated skirt gown, long

flower, and pink inner soles. Excellent condition. Cissy, circa 1955-1959. $200/300

pink sash, and floor-length 155.

veil which extends from

156. Cissette “Never Looked Prettier” in Checked Sheer Nylon Dress, 1959

her flowered coronet,

10” (25 cm.) Ash-blonde hair with short curly bangs and shoulder-length curls,

matching bouquet; the

Wearing palest pink and white checked sheer nylon dress with puffed sleeves, lace

bridemaids wear tagged

trim, matching pink taffeta petticoat and panties with lace trim, white cross-strap

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heeled shoes with blue florets, rosebud and bluets at her waist which match the flowers on her pink woven hat, pearl earrings. Near mint condition. Alexander, model

156.

723, appearing in their 1959 catalog described as “never looked prettier”, in Cissette box. $400/500

157. Elise as Bride in MultiLayered Tulle Gown, 1957 20” (51 cm.) Blonde hair with curled bangs and arranged curls. Wearing tagged double-layer tulle wedding gown with draped shawl collar with center floral corsage, attached organdy petticoat, taffeta petticoat and panties, stockings, white/silver sling heels, pearl necklace, ring, corsage, pink floral coronet with fine tulle veil. Near mint condition.

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158. Elise in Purple Roses Shirtwaist, 1958 16” (41 cm.) Ash-blonde hair with curly bangs and shoulder-length curls. Wearing tagged cream cotton shirtwaist dress with printed purple roses, purple-edged grey velvet sash with rhinestone center, rhinestone button accents, taffeta can-can petticoat, panties, stockings, white wide-band sling heels, and rich purple woven hat with garland of flowers and net veiling which forms into neck ties. Near mint condition. Alexander, model 1705, 1958, with original box stamped “Elise 1705”. $500/700

159. Cissette with Rich Purple Hat, 1957 10” (25 cm.) Auburn wig with arranged curls and bangs. Wearing tagged cream cotton shirtwaist dress with printed purple roses, purple velvet sash, rhinestone button accents, taffeta petticoat, panties, stockings, lavender sling heels, and rich purple woven hat with garland of flowers and net veiling which forms into neck ties.

Near mint condition. Alexander, model 822, 1957. $400/600

160. Cissy in Lavender ButterflyPrint Dress with Purple Hat, 1958 20” (51 cm.)

Blonde wig with short curly bangs and hair drawn back into arranged pageboy chignon at her nape. Wearing tagged lavender polishedcotton dress with print design of purple butterflies, vertical lace at bodice 158.

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row of tucks and rhinestones, rhinestone accents on turned-up cuffs, purple velvet ribbon sash with rhinestone faux-buckle, purple velvet wrist tie for clear lucite purse with pink hanky, woven wide-brimmed purple hat with lavish pink shaded roses and pink tulle ties, flocked taffeta petticoat, panties, stockings, lavender cross-strap shoes with purple inner soles, large rhinestone earrings, , amethyst bracelet, ring. Near mint condition with superb complexion and coiffure. Alexander, model 2232 from 1958 catalog, described as “a most engaging cotton print�. $1100/1300 93

161. Cissy in Blue Taffeta Theatre Dress with Exuberant Hat, 1958 20” (51 cm.) Light brown hair with short curly bangs and shoulder-length curls. Wearing tagged blue (shaded to lavender) taffeta dress with dart-shaped bodice, cuffed sleeves, dropped waist, very full gathered skirt, neck bow, pink flowers at her waist, sheer petticoat with cream flocked designs and tulle ruffles, panties, stockings, purple cross-strap heels, extravagant woven blue hat trimmed with a froth of blue tulle and accented with pink flowers, pearl earrings and bracelet. Excellent condition, few tiny spots on dress. Alexander, model 2220, 1958, with original box stamped 2220. $1100/1300

162. Cissy in Lilac Organdy Dress with Wide Brim Woven Hat, 1958 20” (51 cm.) Light brown wig with curly bangs and shoulderlength curls. Wearing tagged lilac organdy shirtwaist dress with yellow taffeta bow, yellow sash with corsage accent, threequarter sleeves with turned-up cuffs, taffeta slip and panties, hose, lilac cross-strap heels, vibrant woven yellow hat decorated with a garland of lilac flowers. Near mint condition. Alexander, model 2214, 1958, with Cissy box. $1100/1500

163. Cissy in Pink Organdy Dress with Wide Brim Woven Hat, 1958 20” (51 cm.) Light brown wig with curly bangs and shoulderlength curls. Wearing tagged pink organdy shirtwaist dress with purple taffeta bow, purple sash

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with corsage accent, three-quarter sleeves with turned-up cuffs, taffeta slip and panties, hose, lilac cross-strap heels, woven pink hat decorated with a garland of lilac flowers, amethyst and rhinestone bracelet, solitaire ring, and with pink hat box. Near mint condition. Alexander, model 2214, 1958, with Cissy box. $1100/1500 94

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164. Cissy in Pale Green Lingerie, 1957 20” (51 cm.) Light brown wig with forehead curls and captured curls at her nape.

Wearing pink satin nightgown with rose silk roses and vines edging the V-shaped bodice, under tagged sheer green nylon robe with lace edging at sleeves, hem and bodice and pink waist sash, and with lace chemise, stockings, heeled mules with white lace ruffle enclosing a pink flower. Excellent condition.

Alexander, 1957, the robe fabric matches the dress fabric of #168. $400/600

165. Cissette “As Pretty as a Fashion Model” in Silk Gauze Dress, 1958

165.

10” (25 cm.) Ash-blonde hair with curly bangs and shoulder-length curls.

Wearing tagged pink silk gauze dress with silk lapel collar and waist bow, rhinestone accents on turned-up silk cuffs, pink rose on collar, pink taffeta petticoat and panties, stockings, gold sling heeled shoes, woven hat with five shaded pink rosebuds.

Excellent condition.

Alexander, model 838, from 1958 catalog described “as pretty as a fashion model”, in Cissette box stamped 700. $400/500

166.

166. Cissette in Sheer Pink Organdy Afternoon Dress with Hat, 1957 10” (25 cm.) Ash-blonde hair with curly bangs and shoulder-length curls. Wearing tagged sheer pale pink organdy dress with scoop neck bodice having lace overlay with rhinestone accents, puff sleeves, pink satin sash with petaled rose accent, wide-brimmed woven pink hat with swirl of tulle, rose, and pink feather, pink taffeta petticoat and panties, seamed stockings, pink sling heels and rhinestone teardrop earrings. Excellent condition. Alexander, 1957. $300/400

167. Cissette in Sheer Pink Organdy Afternoon Dress with Hat and Parasol, 1957 10” (25 cm.) Blonde hair with curly bangs and shoulder-length curls. Wearing tagged sheer pale pink organdy dress with scoop neck bodice having lace overlay with rhinestone accents, puff sleeves, pink satin sash with petaled rose accent, widebrimmed woven pink hat with swirl of tulle, rose, and pink feather, pink taffeta petticoat and panties, seamed stockings, pearl necklace and earrings, pink sling-back heels and with rare net parasol with accent rose. Near mint condition, gorgeous complexion.

Alexander, 1957, in Cissette box, with original Cissette wrist tag. $400/500

168. Cissy in Sheer Apple Green Nylon Dress with Original Hat, 1958 20” (51 cm.) Ash-blonde wig with curly bangs and shoulder-length curls. Wearing tagged sheer nylon dress in apple green color with flocked roses pattern, pouf sleeves, square cut bodice with lace edging, pink satin sash with white flower, woven straw hat with pink bow and little dainty flowers, lime green taffeta can-can petticoat and matching panties, stockings, black crossstrap shoes, pearls, pearl earrings, green sapphire wing, and carrying pink hat box. Excellent condition.

Alexander, 1958, the luxury fabric was also used in a lingerie robe for Cissy (#164 this catalog). $700/900 167.

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169. Lavender Dots Dress for Cissy in Original Box, 1958 Of sheer nylon in delicate lavender color with white dots, the simple dress features lace edging at the shoulders.

Near mint. Alexander, 1958, the dress is presented in original box stamped “21-22 Lavender” and the dress is tagged Cissy. $300/500 169.

170. White Woven Hat for Cissy in Original Box, c.1957 Of loosely-woven straw with gleaming white finish, the flat-topped hat is decorated with an encircling garland of pink flowers with blue velvet accents. Near mint condition. Alexander, circa 1957, presented in original yellow Alexander box stamped “Cissy 21-20 White”. $300/500

171. Cissy in Flocked Roses Lingerie, 1956 20” (51 cm.) Ash-blonde wig with curly bangs and hair drawn back into cluster of curls at the back of head, Wearing pale pink satin night gown with lace edging, under sheer pink nylon robe printed with dainty flocked roses, puffed sleeves, pink-ribbon-centered lace trim on 171.

bodice, lace edging on hem, lace chemise, stockings, heeled mules

at crown and nape. Wearing richly-detailed lined blue lace dress with

with ruffled black lace centering a

blue flowers at her waist, tagged cream organdy can-can petticoat,

pink flower on each, pearl earrings.

white taffeta panties, stockings, silver cross-strap heeled shoes,

Excellent condition, beautiful cheek

large blue woven hat swirled in tulle and decorated with a garland

blush. Alexander, 1956, the costume

of pink and white flowers, rhinestone earrings. Near mint condition.

was shown in the trunk set offered that

Alexander, 1959, model 731, in Cissette box, described in the

year. $600/900

1959 catalog as a dress that “every well-dressed doll should have”. $400/500

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172. Cissette in Blue Lace Dress with Exuberant Hat, 1959

173. Cissette in White Lace Dress with Exuberant Hat, 1959

10” (25 cm.) Light brown hair with two

10” (25 cm.) Auburn hair with two curls at forehead and clusters of

curls at forehead and clusters of curls

curls at crown and nape. Wearing richly-detailed lined lace dress

with rosebud at her waist, tagged pink organdy can-can petticoat, pink taffeta panties, stockings, pink cross-strap heeled shoes, large pink woven hat swirled in tulle and decorated with a garland of pink and white flowers, pearl necklace, rhinestone earrings.

Near mint condition.

Alexander, 1959, model 731, in Cissette box, a 172.

variation color of dress. $400/600

174. Cissy in “Shirtmaker Dress of Shadow Print Nylon”, 1958 20” (51 cm.) Auburn wig with tightlycurled bangs, and hair drawn back and captured at nape.

Wearing tagged shirtwaist dress of delicately-patterned sheer printed nylon, with three bands of lace on the bodice and edging the collar and turn-up

174.

cuffs, rhinestone buttons on bodice and cuffs, pink petticoat with flocked pattern, pink taffeta panties, stockings, silver cross-strap heels, woven straw hat swathed with pink tulle, and accented with green velvet bow and rose buds, hat 173.

box. Excellent condition. Alexander, the model appeared in the 1958 catalog, model 2230. $700/900 99

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175. Cissy in Blue and White Striped Dress with Red Rick-Rack, 1958

176. Elise in Navy Blue Polka Dot Dress, 1958

20� (51 cm.) Blonde hair with two forehead curls, hair drawn back into an arrangement

16� (41 cm.) Ash-blonde wig with flip curls and curly bangs. Wearing tagged navy blue

of curls at back crown and nape. Wearing tagged crisp dress of blue and white cotton

polished cotton dress with white polka dots, white cuffs and collar, ivory taffeta petticoat

with self bow at the waist, and double bands of red rick-rack at the bodice, sleeves and

with flocked designs, panties, stockings, red cross-strap heeled shoes, white woven straw

hem line, pink taffeta can-can petticoat, panties, stockings, black cross-strap heels,

hat with dotted tulle wrap and ties. Near mint condition. Alexander, model 1710, from the

rhinestone earrings. Near mint condition, beautiful original arrangement of coiffure.

1958 catalog, with matching hat to Cissy, in red cotton dress of the same year, with original

Alexander, the costume was offered as a boxed extra, 1958. $700/900

box marked 1710. $600/800

179.

177.

178.

177. Cissette in Red Polished Cotton Dress, 1957 10” (25 cm.) Ash-blonde wig with curly bangs and shoulder-length curls. Wearing tagged red polished cotton dress with double tiers of lace at the square-cut neckline, pouf sleeves, white taffeta petticoat and matching panties, stockings, red/gold cross-strap heeled shoes, navy blue woven cloche with red velvet streamers. Near mint condition. Alexander, model 913, 1957, in original box stamped 700, along with lace chemise and with original booklet. $400/500

178. Elise in Red Cotton Sateen Dress and White Woven Hat, 1958 16” (41 cm.) Ash-blonde hair with curly bangs and curly shoulder-length hair.

Wearing tagged red cotton sateen dress with white cuffs and pearl buttons, very full skirt, taffeta can-can petticoat, panties, stockings, black cross-strap shoes, white woven

Wearing tagged red cotton sateen dress with white cuffs and pearl buttons,

hat with Swiss dotted tulle wrap. Excellent condition Alexander, the costume appeared in

very full skirt, nylon petticoat with flocked floral designs, panties, stockings,

the 1958 offerings, as a match for identically-costumed Cissy and Cissette. $400/500

black cross-strap shoes, white woven hat with Swiss dotted tulle wrap tied

179. Cissy in Red Cotton Sateen Dress and White Woven Hat, 1958 20” (51 cm.) Dark brunette hair with curly bangs and curly shoulder-length hair.

with large bow. Near mint condition. Alexander, model 2211, described in the 1958 catalog as having a “dashing white straw hat”, with black hat box. $700/900 101

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181. Cissy in Cotton Print Sundress with Rhinestone Accents, 1957 20” (51 cm.) Blonde hair with curly bangs and hair drawn back into curls at nape. Wearing tagged cotton sundress with pattern of pink and purple flowers, lace trimmed sleeves, rhinestone accents in bodice, pink lace petticoat, panties, stockings, black sling heels with wide band and pink inner soles, rhinestone earrings, pink hat box. Excellent condition. Alexander, the costume was offered as a boxed extra in 1957 in two different color 180, 181.

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variation. $500/800

180. Cissy in Salmon Taffeta Shirtwaist Dress, 1958

182. Cissette in Cotton Sateen Shirtwaist Dress, 1958

20” (51 cm.) Blonde wig with two little curls at the forehead, and clusters of curls at crown and nape. Wearing

10” (25 cm.) Blonde hair with curly bangs and shoulder-

tagged salmon-pink taffeta shirtwaist style dress with four rows of vertical lace at the bodice, rhinestone buttons,

length curls. Wearing tagged cotton sateen pink

taffeta bow at waist, turn-up cuffs, pink lace petticoat, panties, stockings, black cross-strap shoes, pearl earrings,

shirt-waist dress with vertical bands of lace flanking

rhinestone earrings, and a matching dramatic wide-brimmed woven hat with garland of large pink/white shaded

rhinestones on bodice, turned-up cuffs with rhinestone

flowers. Near mint condition. Alexander, the costume was a boxed extra, 1958, and is very rare to find. $700/900

accents, pink taffeta petticoat and matching panties,

stockings, gold/ white crossstrap heels, woven hat with six generous rosebuds, pink satin streamers, Excellent condition.

Alexander, model 813, 1958 which noted “Cissette finds a shirtwaist type dress so very versatile and becoming”, in Cissette box with Cissette brochure.

183.

$400/500

183. Cissette in Patio Ensemble, 1957 10” (25 cm.) Auburn wig with curly bangs and flips curls. Wearing tagged costume comprising turquoise ribbed slacks with gold band elastic waist, flower-print halter, white fully-lined silk faille long jacket, stockings, pink cross-strap shoes, pearl earrings. Included is tagged pink taffeta slip and panties. Near mint condition. Alexander, 1957, original Cissette box stamped 905. $500/700

184. Cissy in Lace Blouse and Toreador Pants, 1958 20” (51 cm.) Blonde hair with two small forehead curls and hair drawn back into curls at nape. Wearing net-lined white lace blouse 184, 185.

with V-shaped bodice, black velvet toreador pants with shaded pink wide sash, pink rosebud, pearl-floret-centered clasp on sash, pearls, pearl earrings, solitaire, stockings, gold cross-strap shoes,

185. Cissy in Felt Skirt and Knit Shirt, 1958 20” (51 cm.) Blonde hair with curly bangs and captured curls at her nape. Wearing tagged pale pink

and carrying hat box. Excellent condition. Alexander, 1958, the

knit shirt with applique roses, taupe felt swing skirt with wide pocket trimmed with three pink roses and

costume was a boxed extra, and offered in several color choices.

green leaves, gilt elastic waist band, lace petticoat, panties, stockings, black cross-strap heeled shoes,

$700/900

woven hat with green velvet ribbon, pearl bracelet, and carrying hat box. Excellent condition. Alexander, the costume was offered as a boxed set in 1958. $800/1000 103

buttons and embroidered emblem, stockings, red crossstrap shoes, red hat box, and red sunglasses.

Excellent condition.

Alexander, costume 2205, presented as a Cissy costume in “Cissy and Some of Her Wonderful Clothes” in the 1958 catalog. $700/900

187. Elise in Yachting Ensemble, 1958 20” (51

188.

cm.) Dark brunette hair with forehead curls and captured curls at nape.

Wearing white gabardine slacks and dickey, blue blazer with gold buttons and embroidered emblem, pearls, red cross-strap shoes, stockings. Very good condition. Alexander, 1958, a companion doll to Cissy and Cissette which were presented in identical costumes. $300/500

188. Cissette in Matching Yachting Ensemble, 1958 186, 187.

186. Cissy in Yachting Ensemble, 1958

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10” (25 cm.) Blonde hair with curly bangs and shoulder-length curls.

Wearing tagged white gabardine slacks, blue blazer with gold buttons and embroidered emblem, red cross-strap heels, woven hat with red

20” (51 cm.) Blonde hair with short curly bangs and captured curls at nape. Wearing long white

and white striping, red sunglasses. Excellent condition. Alexander,

gabardine slacks, white dickey, and “very chic” (1958 catalog description) blue jacket with brass

model 808. 1958. $400/600

189.

189. Cissette in Red Patterned Skirt and Black Knit Top, 1958 10” (25 cm.) Blonde hair with curly bangs and shoulder-length curls. Wearing tagged long sleeve black knit top, flared red print skirt, gilt metallic wide belt, straw hat with black velvet ribbon, pearl earrings, gold chain necklace, stockings, black sling-back heels. Near mint. Alexander, model 815, appearing in the 1958 catalog which noted “Cissette has outfits for every occasion”. $400/500

190. Cissy in Red Patterned Skirt and Black Knit Top, 1958

190.

20” (51 cm.) Brunette hair with curly bangs and hair drawn back into cluster

flocked pattern, stockings, gold elastic strap heels. Excellent condition. Alexander, the extra

of curls at her nape. Wearing tagged long sleeve black knit top with buttons

boxed costume was presented in 1958, and a matching costume was also offered at that

at the back flared red print skirt, gilt metallic wide belt, taffeta petticoat with

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191. Cissy with Trunk and Extensive Trousseau 20� (51 cm.) Blonde hair with shoulder-length curls and curly bangs. The doll is costumed in navy blue taffeta ensemble with blue woven flowered hat, and is presented in blue metal steamer trunk with a vast selection of original tagged costumes comprising two pant sets, four dresses, three additional pairs of shoes, lingerie robe, petticoat, two additional hats, basket, and (not photographed) lace chemise, two pairs panties, two pairs of high-heeled mules, two hat boxes, and corsage and purple gloves in lucite case. Excellent condition. Alexander, 1955-1957. $1400/1800 191. Detail 106

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192. Cissy with Trunk and Extensive Trousseau 20� (51 cm.) Blonde hair with curly bangs and hair drawn back into cluster of curls at her nape.

The doll is costumed in a cotton print dress and hat and is presented in metal steamer trunk with a vast selection of original tagged costumes comprising three additional cotton dresses in different styles and patterns, pink flannel swing coat, velvet pants with lace blouse, red taffeta dress, lace robe and nightgown, petticoat and (not photographed) pink velvet pants, four hat boxes, 2 lace petticoats, white lace chemise, red shoes, high-heeled mules, and two pairs of stockings. Excellent condition. Alexander, 1955-

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193. Formal Wear Gowns and Evening Robe for Cissy in Original Boxes, 1956

with pink lace petticoat, in box stamped “Cissy 22-61, 1956;

Including salmon-pink taffeta floor-length gown with side drape and rhinestone accents, in box stamped

and white satin floor-length robe with silver braid trim at cuffs and

“rose 21-18, 1956; pink princess-cut gown with flared skirt and band of violets at the neckline, along

neckline, in box stamped “Cissy 22-61”, 1956. Near mint condition, uncertain if boxes are original to each costume, each costume is tagged Cissy. Alexander, 1956. $600/900

194. Four Petticoats for Cissy, c.1958 Including pink lace petticoat and matching taffeta panties; three taffeta can-can petticoats in black, red, and white, preserved in an Alexander box. Near mint condition. Alexander, circa 1958. $200/400

195. Two Taffeta Cocktail Dresses with Evening Coats in Boxes, 1956/57 Including golden theatre set with golden taffeta dress having dartshaped bodice and full skirt, along with matching golden taffeta 194.

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coat with white taffeta lining, yellow lace petticoat, panties, black dotted tulle wrap and gold cross-strap heels, in box stamped “21-91”, 1956; and green emerald taffeta cocktail dress, matching green velvet coat with white taffeta lining and white floral closure at neckline, green cross-strap heels, in box stamped “Cissy 22-16”, 1957, Near mint condition, uncertain if boxes are original to these particular costumes, costumes are tagged. Alexander, 1956/57. $600/800

196. Three Pretty Dresses for Cissy in Boxes, 1958/59 Including taffeta cocktail dress in iridescent emerald green with white faille bow at the neckline and turned up cuffs, in box stamped “21-24”; pale pink taffeta

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cocktail dress with white faille bow at neckline and turned up cuffs, 1958; and sheer printed organdy sundress with floral print and rhinestones on bodice and lace ruffles at neckline and shoulders, which was offered in a variety of colors, in yellow box marked “22-21”, 1960.

Excellent condition, uncertain if boxes are original to each costume, each costume is marked Cissy. Alexander, 1958-1959. $500/800

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197. Five Cotton Dresses for Cissy in Original Boxes, 1955-1958 Including blue and white striped dress with red rick-rack trim, in box stamped “Blue Check 21-85”, 1958; blue checked dress with white nylon pouf sleeves and black velvet sash and bows, 1955; pink and white checked shirtwaist with black velvet belt and bow, 1956; blue and white checked apron front dress with wide sash at back, in box stamped 21-94, 1958; and fuchsia sleeveless dress with wide lace collar, in yellow box, 1958.

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uncertain if boxes are original to each costume, each costume tagged. Alexander, 1955-1958. $800/1000

198. Two Fashion Coats in Boxes for Cissy, 1957/58 Including pale rose lightweight gabardine swing coat with white taffeta lining and purple flower at the neckline closure; the coat was offer in a variety of colors, 1957; and dusty blue gabardine swing coat with button front, blue taffeta lining, rose silk coat, along with blue woven hat with pink flowers and netting, in box stamped “Cissy 22-38 Pink”, 1958. Excellent condition, uncertain if boxes are original. $400/500 198.

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199. Cissy in Lingerie with Fancy Mule Shoes, 1955 20� (51 cm.) Brunette wig with rolled bangs and hair drawn smoothly back into a rolled chignon. Wearing original pink satin chemise with zipper closure, decorated with lace accents and heavy lace ruffles at legs, stockings, high-heeled mules with pink lined inner soles decorated with a floral-centered lace ruffle, and with pink hat box. Near mint condition, beautiful complexion. Alexander, 1955. $600/800

200. Cissy in Blue Gabardine Suit and Distinctive Hat, 1959 20� (51 cm.) Dark brunette hair with short curly bangs and hair drawn back into rolled chignon. Wearing pale blue gabardine two piece suit with pleated skirt, white jersey shirt, lace petticoat, panties, stockings, silver wide strap heels with white heels and sole, woven cap with white wrapped tulle and floral accent, flower corsage at neckline. Near mint. Alexander, 1959, the costume was offered as a boxed separate. $800/1000

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blue organdy underskirt, matching attached shoulder wrap, and swirl of dotted tulle to form a sash with attached large pink rosebud, blue taffeta petticoat and panties, stockings, pink cross-strap heeled shoes, pearl earrings and necklace, lucite purse with corsage of flowers. Excellent condition.

Alexander,1959, companion model to Cissy costume of that year. $400/500

203. Elise as Bride in Pouf Sleeve Costume, 1959 16” (41 cm.) Auburn wig with short bangs and hair pulled back into a rolled chignon.

Wearing tagged sheer white nylon gown with very full pouf sleeves, lace trimmed bodice, pleated skirt, two-layer organdy and taffeta skirt, panties, stockings, silver cross-strap heeled shoes, lavish coronet of dainty white 201, 202.

veil, matching bouquet,

201. Cissy in Blue Dotted Tulle Ballgown, 1959

rhinestone earrings. Near mint condition. Alexander, the costume was presented in

20” (51 cm.) Brunette wig with straight bangs and hair drawn back into cluster of curls

1959 as a companion to the identical Cissy model. $600/800

at nape and crown with coronet of white flowers to match the gown. Wearing tagged pale blue dotted tulle full-length ball gown with attached blue organdy underskirt,

204. Cissy as Bride with Pouf Sleeve Gown, 1959

matching attached shoulder wrap, and swirl of dotted tulle to form a sash with

20” (51 cm.) Auburn hair with small curly bangs and captured curls at her nape.

cascading arc of white flowers, blue taffeta petticoat and panties, stockings, silver

Wearing tagged sheer white nylon gown with very full pouf sleeves, lace trimmed

cross-strap heeled shoes, pearl teardrop earrings, necklace and bracelet, solitaire ring,

bodice, pleated skirt, two-layer organdy and taffeta skirt, panties, stockings, silver

pink hat box. Excellent condition. Alexander, rare boxed costume, 1959. $500/700

cross-strap heeled shoes, lavish coronet of dainty white flowers with cascading tulle

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veil, matching bouquet, double strand pearl necklace, pearl drop earrings. Near mint condition. Alexander, the costume was presented in 1959, model 2170, described

16” (41 cm.) Brunette wig with curly bangs and hair drawn back into cluster of curls

with the exclamatory “Let’s have a wedding!”, with original box stamped 2170.

at nape. Wearing tagged pale blue dotted tulle full-length ball gown with attached

$900/1200

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costume was a boxed extra, and was available in red, blue or yellow. $1200/1500

206. Cissy with “Skirt of Gold Lace” and Blue Knit Shirt, 1959 20” (51 cm.) Golden blonde hair with two forehead curls, hair drawn back and captured in curls at her nape. Wearing tagged costume comprising blue knit jersey shirt, metallic gold lace skirt accented with gold vinyl wide belt and a garland of pink roses which match the pink roses behind her right ear, yellow taffeta can-can petticoat, panties, stockings, gold crossstrap heels with double row of small pink flowers, rhinestone earrings and rhinestone star-burst brooch. Near mint condition. Alexander, model 2115, from 1959 catalog which noted “costumed importance starts with small things”. $1900/2200

207. Cissy with “Skirt of Gold Lace” and Green Knit Shirt, 1959 20” (51 cm.) Golden blonde hair with two forehead curls, hair drawn back and captured in curls 205.

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205. Cissy in Red Dotted Tulle Gown, 1959

costume comprising green knit jersey shirt, metallic gold lace skirt accented with gold

20” (51 cm.) Dark brunette hair drawn back from face into rolled chignon at her

vinyl wide belt and a garland of red roses which match the red roses in her hair, yellow

nape. Wearing tagged red organdy gown with overlay of red dotted tulle, lavishly-

taffeta can-can petticoat, panties, stockings, gold cross-strap heels with double row

gathered skirt and shoulder wrap, large white flowers at her waist, red taffeta can-

of small red flowers, rhinestone earrings and rhinestone star-burst brooch. Near mint

can petticoat, red taffeta panties, stockings, red cross-strap heels, pearl necklace

condition. Alexander, model 2115, from 1959 catalog, a very rare variation of color

and earrings, and solitaire ring. Near mint condition. Alexander, 1959, the rare-to-find

from the preceding lot, including original shoes. $1700/2000

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208. Cissy as “Scarlett” in White Gown from Historical Fashion Series, 1959 20” (51 cm.) Brunette hair with dainty curls at her forehead and clusters of curls at the back crown and nape. Wearing white nylon full-length gown trimmed with green ribbons and lace, matching petticoat with green ribbon trim, panties, stockings, green sling shoes, pearl earrings, emerald ring, and lavish hat trimmed with a colorful array of flowers. The costume is tagged “Cissy by Madame Alexander”.

Excellent condition, especially beautiful complexion. Alexander, 1959, rare model from the historical fashion series of that year. Released

by Alexander in celebration of the 25th year Anniversary of the book “Gone with the Wind”. $800/1100

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209. Cissy as “Renoir” from the Historical Series, 1959 20” (51 cm.) Dark brunette wig styled with short bangs and braided chignon at the back of head. Wearing tagged pale yellow satin gown and matching jacket trimmed with black sequined braid, black velvet hat bedecked with colorful silk flowers tied with a velvet ribbon, black net facial veil, black velvet purse with braid and sequin trim, cameo earrings, rhinestone ring, stiff net petticoat, panties, nylon stockings, and black crossstrap heels. Near mint condition, superb preservation of complexion and coiffure, pristine costume. Alexander, “Renoir” portrait from Historical Series, the rare doll was made for one year only in 1959. $1500/1800

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210. Elise in Companion Costume to Cissy, #211, 1959 16” (41 cm.) Blonde hair with slightly-curly bangs and tightlycurled short hair. Wearing tagged completely-matching ensemble to Cissy #211, except cross-strap shoes are lavender, and the plush cap has three applique violets. Near mint condition, especially beautiful complexion and coiffure. Alexander, 1959, with original box. $600/800

211. Cissy in Lavender Taffeta Dress and White Swing Coat, 1959 20” (51 cm.) Dark blonde hair with short curly bangs and hair drawn back into curls at nape. Wearing tagged ensemble comprising lavender taffeta dress with fitted bodice and inverted box-pleated skirt, white can-can petticoat, panties, stockings, cross-strap black heeled shoes, and with fully-lined white swing coat with generous collar, purple velvet bow, white plush cap with large purple flower, rhinestone earrings and ring. Near mint condition. Alexander, model 2118, 1959. $700/900

212. Cissette in Companion Costume to Cissy, #211, 1959 10” (25 cm.) Dark blonde hair with bangs and flip curls. Wearing matching tagged dress and coat to Cissy, #211, with white taffeta petticoat and panties, stockings, lavender cross-strap heeled shoes, white fur cap with rose flower.

Excellent condition. Alexander, 1959.

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213. Cissy as “Belle of the Ball” in Lavish Lavender Gown, 1960 20” (51 cm.) Auburn wig drawn away from face into arranged curls at the back of her head, with purple velvet hair bow. Wearing tagged pale lavender strapless organdy gown with generous tulle overlay and decorated with garlands and clusters of shaded rose buds, pink finger-less gloves, dangle rhinestone earrings, amethyst bracelet and ring, two-layer petticoat, taffeta panties, stockings, lavender sling heels. Near mint condition. Alexander, model 2180, titled “Belle of the Ball” in the 1960 catalog, with Alexander box labeled “Cissy 2180”. $1800/2300

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214. Cissy as “Godey Lady in Purple” from the Historical Series, 1959 20” (51 cm.) Auburn wig with curly bangs and captured curls at the nape. Wearing tagged shell-pink taffeta gown with lavender velvet jacket having pagoda style sleeves trimmed with embroidered silk ribbon and lavender fringe, cluster of flowers at her waist, lavender woven hat with white flowers and billowing tulle wrap, stiffened net petticoat, panties, stockings, lavender sling shoes, iridescent rhinestone petal earrings. Near mint condition.

Alexander, the model is known as the “Godey Lady in Purple”, from the historical series of 1959, with original wrist tag. $1200/1700 123

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215. Queen with Very Elaborate Accoutrements and Jewels, 1959 20� (51 cm.) Blonde hair with two tiny forehead curls, and hair pulled back into curls at back nape. Wearing tagged ivory brocade gown with blue sash decorated with elaborate jewelry and rhinestones, and with a garland of six braid and pearl flowers which flank the sash, stiffened net petticoat, panties, stockings, silver cross-strap heeled shoes, silver woven braid crown with rubies and rhinestones, rhinestone teardrop earrings, three bracelets and solitaire ring. Near mint. Alexander, the firm’s 1959 edition of Queen. $1100/1500 124

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216. Cissy As Queen with Rare “Sleeping Beauty” Face, 1961 20” (51 cm.) Blonde hair with two dainty forehead curls, hair drawn back into curls at nape. Wearing tagged ivory/gilt brocade gown with floor-length, red silk banner with rhinestone and ruby accents, taffeta petticoat with stiffened net under-ruffle, panties, stockings, silver wide-band sling-back shoes, crown with large rhinestone accents, eight-rhinestone earrings, finger-less gloves, three bracelets, rhinestone solitaire, Near mint condition, beautiful painting of lips. Alexander, 1961, rare “Sleeping Beauty” facial model, lavish jewelry. $1100/1400 125

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at back waist, white petticoat with flocked designs, taffeta panties, seamed stockings, gilt cross-strap heeled shoes, woven straw cap wrapped in swirl of lilac tulle and accented with variegated flowers, hat box. Near mint condition. Alexander, the costume was sold as a boxed extra, 1960 (pillbox hat 1957), and the hat has rare original stitched-in label for Madame Alexander. $800/1000

218. Pale Print Organdy Dress with Bird Design for Cissy, 1957 Of pale pink organdy with woven bird and floral design, ruffled lace at neckline and shoulders, pink satin sash, rhinestone accents on the bodice, with Cissy tag. Excellent condition. Alexander, 1957, boxed extra costume. $300/400

219. Cissy in Blue Taffeta Tea Dress from Trunk Set, 1960 20� (51 cm.) Brunette wig with curly bangs and drawn-back curls 217.

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at nape. Wearing tagged blue taffeta dress with double-pouf sleeves, very full skirt with horizontal pleats on skirt, flowers on sleeve and waist, blue woven hat with swirl of tulle and large

20� (51 cm.) Auburn hair with short curly bangs and shoulder-length curls. Wearing tagged dress of mulberry-

flower, pearl earrings, rhinestone bracelet and solitaire, white lace

colored dotted Swiss organdy with lace ruffled collar and sleeve edging, brilliant velvet sash with streamers

petticoat, panties, stockings, silk cross-strap heeled shoes, and

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white hat box. Very good condition, flower accent missing on right sleeve. Alexander, 1960, the costume appeared in the FAO Schwartz Royal Trousseau trunk set as a boxed extra costume. $1000/1400

220. Cissy in Aqua Flowered Skirt Ensemble with Rare Shoes, 1960 20� (51 cm.) Blonde wig with curly bangs and hair pulled back into curls. Wearing tagged pale pink nylon top, polished cotton skirt in

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vivid aqua and pink floral design with attached pink sash, pink can-

strap, aqua beaded necklace, double pearl-drop earrings, and a woven aqua hat with pink flowers. Near

can petticoat with hot pink ruffle, panties, stockings, pink cross-strap

mint condition, beautiful complexion and vivid costume colors. Alexander, the ensemble was presented

shoes with double rows of velvet pink flower buds appliqued to wide

as a separate boxed outfit in 1960, with original pink hat box and wrist booklet, Cissy box. $1100/1500 127

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221. Cissy as “Maid of Honor” in Pleated Tulle Gown, 1960 20” (51 cm.) Blonde wig with dainty tiny curls at forehead, cluster of curls her nape, and an arrangement of formal curls at her crown with an encircling braided coronet. Wearing pleated bright pink tulle gown decorated with gilt sequin bands and three large roses at her waist, attached organdy underskirt, taffeta hooped petticoat with tulle ruffles, panties, stockings, silver sling heels, pink marabou stole, rhinestone dangle earrings, bracelet. Excellent condition. Alexander, the model, titled “Maid of Honor” appeared in the firm’s 1960 Portrait series. $2200/2500

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222. Cissy as “Creole Beauty” from Historical Series, 1960 20” (51 cm.) Blonde hair with side curls at the forehead and captured into curls at the back. Wearing tagged burgundy faille taffeta gown with elaborate black soutache and braid trim along with a matching jacket trimmed with marabou collar, black woven hat with elaborate cluster of flowers, stiffened net petticoat, panties, black crossstrap heels, petal-shaped rhinestone earrings and solitaire. Near mint condition.

Alexander, model 2182, 1960. $1800/2200

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223. Cissy with Extended Lashes as Bride, 1962 20� (51 cm.) Dark brunette hair with two curls at forehead, hair drawn back into rolled pageboy curl at nape, extended length eyelashes.

Wearing tagged wedding gown of white embroidered tulle over fullylined ivory satin gown, full-length sleeves, pleated tulle petticoat over taffeta can-can petticoat, seamed stockings, silver cross-strap heeled shoes, coronet of flowers with fulllength tulle veil, matching bridal bouquet with ivory streamers, pearl necklace, pearl earrings. Near mint condition, beautiful complexion.

Alexander, 1962, rare extended lashes. $1100/1500

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224. Cissy as “Melanie” with Unique Coiffure, 1961 20” (51 cm.) Brunette wig arranged with braided chignon at her top crown and ringlet curls above each ear tied with blue velvet ribbons. Wearing tagged ice-blue crisp slipper satin floor-length gown with white rayon faille lining, woven cream lace jacket with looped lapels, taffeta petticoat with tulle ruffles, panties, stockings, silver sling heels, accented with sapphirestudded clasp at the waist, matching earrings, bracelets, ring. Near mint condition. Alexander, model 2235, “Melanie”, appearing in the 1961 Alexander catalog as “dressed with great elegance” and “hairdo styled in the Godey manner”. Released by Alexander in celebration of the 25th year Anniversary of the book “Gone with the Wind”. $1200/1600

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225. Cissy as Queen in Coronation Costume, 1962 20” (51 cm.) Blonde hair with little curls at the side of forehead, curls captured at her nape. Wearing tagged ivory brocade gown with red silk floor-length sash trimmed with jewels, taffeta petticoat with stiffened tulle under-ruffle, panties, stockings, silver wide-band heeled shoes, silver metal crown with three rhinestones, fingerless gloves, rhinestone necklace, (one) fancy rhinestone earring, three bracelets, solitaire, Very good/excellent condition. Alexander, the firm’s 1962 presentation of their celebrated Queen doll. $600/800

226. Elise in Orange Velvet and Taffeta Dress for FAO Schwartz, 1962 16” (41 cm.) Dark brunette wig with tightly-curled bangs and hair drawn back into shoulder-length curls.

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white woven hat with variegated velvet flowers, watch and fob, rhinestone earrings. Near mint. Alexander, 1960, an FAO Schwartz exclusive, with original box stamped 1815. $900/1300

227. Cissy in Ice Capades Costume, c.1960 20� (51 cm.) Brunette hair with curly bangs and captured curls at her nape. Wearing ivory silk blouse with orange yoke, white and metallic sequin bands at bodice and sleeves, orange satin flared skirt with overlay turquoise satin skirt lavishly decorated with applique white and metallic abstract sequin designs, matching turquoise head scarf under pyramid-shaped tiered white straw hat, nine-tiered ruffled nylon petticoat and matching panties, stockings, wide-band cross-strap heeled shoes.

Alexander, circa 1960, the costume was created in the couturier workshops of the Ice Capades to represent a performance from an upcoming season, for use as a promotional model for the extravaganza. $800/1000 227.

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229. Elise in Pink Taffeta Cocktail Dress for FAO Scwartz, 1960

16” (41 cm.) Blonde hair with curly bangs,arranged curls at her

16” (41 cm.) Brunette hair with tiny curls above each ear and hair

crown and chignon at nape. Wearing tagged ivory brocade gown over

drawn into an upswept topknot encircled with delicate rosebuds

net-stiffened satin petticoat, pink flared opera coat with pale pink

and white flowers. Wearing tagged crisp lilac-shaded pink cocktail

lining, panties, stockings, silver wide-band sling heels, floral coronet in

dress with V-shaped bodice and matching capelet, borders of white

hair, rhinestone earrings, amethyst bracelet, solitaire bag. Near mint

sequins on cape and waist, white taffeta petticoat with tulle can-

condition with gorgeous face and coiffure, vibrant and fresh costume.

can ruffle and applique rose petal, pale pink stockings, pink cross-

Alexander, model 1775, described in the 1963 catalog as wearing “an

strap heels, rhinestone earrings. Near mint condition, beautiful

ultra-modern gown of brocade with full-length, fully-lined opera coat of

complexion and perfectly preserved rare coiffure, superb state of costume.

satin, cut with simplicity that is an art in itself”. $1100/1300

Alexander, 1964, in original box with FAO Schwartz label. $800/1000

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Part Two August 2nd 2020 at 9AM EST 230. McGuffey Ana in Blue Corduroy Coat with Brown Fur Trim, 1951 15� (38 cm.) Honey-colored soft mohair wig with curly bangs and braids, original blue hair bows in braids which match ribbons in hat. Wearing tagged costume comprising blue corduroy coat with brown fur trim, matching muff with blue satin lining and blue velvet flowers, blue felt hat with pink felt lining and floral accents, white cotton voile dress with lace trim, cotton slip and panties, white knit leggings, brown ankle boots. Excellent condition, some light fading on back of right sleeve. Alexander, 1951, rare color variation of the beloved costume. $1200/1500 135

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232. Cinderella in Rare Pink Sheer Gown with Floral Garland, 1950 14” (36 cm.) Blonde hair in elaborate coiffure waved from her face and forming into a braided coronet at her crown with garland of flowers, then falling into shoulderlength curls at her back. Wearing tagged sheer pink gown over attached pink organdy under-skirt, matching panties, ruffles of lace at the bodice and sleeves, pink flower at her waist, stockings, lucite “glass” slippers,

231. Prince Charming with Red Caracul Wig and Court Costume, 1950

Near mint condition. Alexander, 1950, with original gilt cloverleaf wrist tag “Cinderella”. $500/800

14” (36 cm.) Reddish/brown caracul wig in closely-cropped fleeced style. Wearing tagged ivory brocade satin tunic

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top trimmed with metallic gilt, matching lined cape, matching brocade cap with marabou feather, white tights, tan

233. Poor Cinderella with Broom, 1950

satin snap-front shoes. Excellent condition, light smudge on knees of tights. Alexander, 1950, with original gilt

14” (36 cm.) Platinum blonde hair drawn away from face

cloverleaf wrist label, original box stamped “15 Prince”. $400/600

into pageboy curls at her nape captured by black snood.

Wearing tagged costume comprising grey and brown cotton dress with stitched-on patches, yellow apron and matching bandanna, panties, brown tie-front shoes, and carrying wooden broom tied to her hand with brown organza ribbon. Near mint condition.

Alexander, model 3015, 1950. $400/600 235.

234. McGuffey Ana in Pink Cotton Dress and Pinafore, 1951 15� (38 cm.) Honey-colored soft mohair wig with curly bangs and braids. Wearing tagged costume of pale pink cotton dress with pink floral-patterned pinafore trimmed with organdy lace, pink taffeta slip and panties, natural straw hat trimmed with blue and pink flowers, stockings,

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black side-snap shoes with little bows, Near mint. Alexander, 1951, beautiful complexion, original cloverleaf gilt wrist tag. $900/1100

235. McGuffey Ana in Pink Cotton Dress and Pinafore, 1948 21� (53 cm.) Honey-colored soft mohair wig with curly bangs and braids tied with blue bows. Wearing tagged costume of delicate pink cotton dress with Peter Pan collar and lace-edged puffed sleeves, white sheer organdy pinafore with lace ruffles, cotton slip and panties with eyelet trim, natural straw hat trimmed with pink flowers, white knit leggings, black ankle boots, Excellent condition, Alexander, 1948. $600/800

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236. Large “Peggy Bride” in Elegant Chiffon Gown, 1950 21” (53 cm.) Blonde mohair wig with arranged curls, Margaret face. Wearing tagged chiffon ivory wedding gown with attached under-slip and chemise, dainty Peter Pan collar and full-length full sleeves, tiny bead buttons on bodice, silk sash, panties, stockings, ivory tie shoes, braid-edged satin coronet with full-length lace-edged veil and floral clusters at each side that match her bridal bouquet.

Excellent condition with beautiful complexion.

Alexander, the model is known as “Peggy Bride”, 1950. $900/1300

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rosebud corsage which matches the rosebud applique on the skirt, attached rose satin under-skirt, matching panties, white ribbed stockings, black side-snap shoes with little bows, woven straw hat with pink roses at each side, and carrying a woven basket with arrangement of pink roses and daisies. Near mint condition. Alexander, 1950. $500/700

238. Wendy-Ann in Sheer Blue Nylon Gown, 1950 14� (36 cm.) Ash blonde mohair wig with bangs and soft curls.

Wearing tagged sheer blue nylon full-length gown with lace collar and puffed sleeves, ruffled detail at hem with lace edging, 237.

237. Wendy-Ann in Sheer Rose Nylon Gown with Basket of Flowers, 1950

blue satin sash with floral corsage, attached blue satin underskirt, matching panties, white ribbed stockings, black side-snap shoes with little bows, woven straw hat with flowers at each side

14� (36 cm.) Blonde mohair wig with bangs and soft curls. Wearing tagged sheer pink nylon full-length

which match the dress corsage. Excellent condition. Alexander,

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240. “Margaret Rose” in Pink Chiffon Gown, 1949 20” (51 cm.) Honey-blond mohair wig in soft curls.

Wearing tagged pink chiffon gown with dramatic lace yoke, lace-edged hem, with white satin drop waist insert having flower accent and trailing ivory satin ribbons, natural straw hat with floral accents which match the flowers on her dress, pink taffeta panties, pink side-snap shoes with bows and long ribbed rayon stockings. Near mint condition.

Alexander, 1949. Especially beautiful complexion. $900/1300

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241. “Godey Bride” from the Godey Series, 1949 14” (36 cm.) Blonde floss wig with very curly fluff bangs and hair drawn back into an elaborate arrangement of curls at her crown. Wearing tagged ivory satin wedding gown with fitted bodice, laceedged over-skirt, bustle and train over original slip, pantalets with blue bows, rayon ribbed hose, cream front-snap shoes, four-tiered lace caplet which frames her face and is designed to accommodate to her unique coiffure and long lace-edged net veil, lavish bouquet encircled by lace which matches the lace on her gown. Near mint condition. Alexander, from the 1949 Godey Series, with original cloverleaf wrist tag noting “Godey Lady”. $600/800

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242. “Margaret Rose” in Yellow Organdy Dotted Swiss Gown, c.1950 18” (46 cm.) Blonde mohair side-parted wig with arranged curls. Wearing tagged yellow organdy dotted Swiss dress with lace edging, lace-edged double-ruffled sleevelets which the ruffles at the skirt hips, lace edging at hem, yellow taffeta petticoat and panties with matching lace edging to gown, ivory front-snap shoes, a cluster of roses and white petals at the waist which matches the flowers in her hair. Near mint condition. Alexander, circa 1950. $600/800

243. “Good Fairy” in Pink Satin Gown with Coronet and Wand, 1948 14” (36 cm.) Blonde mohair wig with soft shoulder-length curls. Wearing tagged full-length pink satin gown with pagoda-shaped sleeves and gold rick-rack trim, turquoise bead accent, pink cotton slip and panties with matched lace trim, high white ribbed stockings, gold metallic front-snap shoes, gold metallic coronet with pink lining, gold metal wand, gold net wings attached at back of costume. Near mint 142

condition. Alexander, 1948, the costume label reads “Good Fairy”. $500/700

244. Petite “Babs” Skater in Aqua Costume, 1948 15” (38 cm.) Blonde mohair wig with bangs and ringlet-arranged curls. Wearing aqua blue satin skating costume with gold rickrack and aqua marabou trim, matching cap, rosebud accents on

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cap and costume, pink taffeta slip and panties, aqua snap-front satin shoes and gold ice skates. The costume is tagged Babs Skating.

Near mint condition, beautifullypreserved coiffure, complexion and costume. Alexander,1948,

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with original green cloverleaf wrist tag “Babs”, model 3015, and with original box stamped 3015. $700/900

245. “Babs” Skater in Rose Costume, 1948 18” (46 cm.) Blonde mohair wig with bangs and ringlet-arranged curls. Wearing peach-rose satin skating costume with gold rickrack and white marabou trim, matching cap, bluet accents on cap and costume, pink taffeta slip and panties, peach snapfront satin shoes and gold ice skates. The costume is tagged Babs Skating. Near mint condition with gorgeous complexion and costume, soft original curls.

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246. Lady in “Long Party Dress of Soft Blue” from Glamour Girls Series, 1953 18” (46 cm.) Auburn wig with overall curls framing her face, brown eyes, Maggie face, walking style body. Wearing blue cotton gown printed with tiny rosebuds and leaves, tulle and lace puffed sleeves, black velvet ribbon trim at neckline and hem, stiffened organdy hooped petticoat and panties, stockings, black snapfront shoes, distinctive cap of stiffened face with intricate face ruffle and floral accents at each ear is tied with a black velvet ribbon. The costume is tagged Madame Alexander. Excellent condition. Alexander, model 2001B from the Glamour Girls series of 1953. $800/1000

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247. Lady “Surely Attired for Some Gala Function” from Glamour Girl Series, 1953 18” (46 cm.) Blonde hair with straight bangs and curly hair at her nape, Maggie face, walking style body.

Wearing gown of “palest pink taffeta” with black velvet bodice accented with black velvet trim on sleeves, and as streamers for the garland of delicate flowers at her waist, hooped rose taffeta petticoat and panties, stockings, black front-snap shoes, black cap of stiffened black lace with intricately-detailed lace brim which frames the face and is trimmed with cluster of roses at each side of face and tied with black tulle. The costume is tagged. Excellent condition.

Alexander, model 2010C from the Glamour Girl series, 1953 described as “surely attired for some gala function” with her hat which “adds enormous chic”. $800/1000 145

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248. “Godey Lady” in Red Gown and Fur Cape from Glamour Girls Series, 1953

catalog description, 1953), hooped taffeta petticoat and matching panties, stockings,

18” (46 cm.) Blonde hair with overall curls, walking style body. Wearing red taffeta

satin front snap shoes. The costume is tagged. Excellent condition. Alexander, model

gown with attached white taffeta bodice, hooped ivory taffeta petticoat and matching

2010B, from Glamour Girl series, 1963, with original box stamped 2010B. $700/900

panties with Val lace trim, seamed stockings, black side-snap shoes, grey faux-fur stole with red silk lining and ties, and red taffeta hat. Excellent condition. The costume is

250. Lady in Aqua Cotton Gown with Purple Trim, 1953

tagged. Alexander, model 2010A, 1953, from the Glamour Girl series which described

18” (46 cm.) Brunette hair with curls framing her face, Margaret face model, walking

the doll as “looking for all the world as though she has just stepped out of Godey’s

style body. Wearing aqua polished cotton gown printed with pink and black design and

Ladies’ Book”. $800/1000

accented with purple banding with overlaid black ribbon, edged with black lace, pink

249. Lady in “Gleaming White Taffeta Dress” from Glamour Girl Series, 1953 18” (46 cm.) Dark brunette wig in arranged curls around her face, Margaret face model, walking style body. Wearing white taffeta gown with “wide sash and a big

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satin sash, hooped organdy petticoat and panties, stockings, black front snap shoes, and woven straw wide-brimmed hat with garland of roses. The costume is tagged.

Alexander, 1953. $800/1000

bow of red” with “tiny red rosebuds and green leaves sprinkled down the front of her

251. Girl with Red Ostrich Feathered Hat from Glamour Girl Series, 1953

gown and trimming her beautiful big picture hat of white horsehair braid” (from the

18” (46 cm.) Auburn hair with overall curls, walking style body, Margaret face. Wearing

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a white full-length gown with embossed pink floral pattern, decorated with bands of

velvet ribbons, large red ostrich feather, black lace finger-less gloves. The costume

pink and white banding at bodice and hem, hooped ivory taffeta petticoat and panties,

is tagged Madame Alexander. Excellent condition. Alexander, model 2001A from the

stockings, peach satin ankle strap shoes, black taffeta sun hat with lace edging and

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252. “Flower Girl” in Pink Nylon and Tulle Gown, with Circlet of Flowers in Hair, 1954

tulle hooped petticoat, panties, white socks, pink satin side-snap shoes, and

18” (46 cm.) Blonde hair with straight bangs and short curls, walking style body.

tightly woven green “circlet of flowers in her hair” (original catalog description),

Wearing soft rose nylon taffeta gown with white tulle over-skirt having pleated

with pink hat box containing curlers and white gloves. The costume is tagged

ruffles at the hemline, white tulle puffed sleeves, lace trim, pink satin sash, white

Madame Alexander. Near mint condition. Alexander, 1954, the doll appeared in

the 1954 catalog named “Flower Girl”, model 1835. $600/800

253. Petite “Flower Girl” in Pink Nylon and Tulle Gown, with Circlet of Flowers in Hair, 1954 14” (36 cm.) Light brown hair with straight bangs and short curls, walking style body. Wearing soft rose nylon taffeta gown with white tulle over-skirt having pleated ruffle at the hemline, white tulle puffed sleeves, lace trim, pink satin sash, white tulle hooped petticoat, panties, white socks, pink satin side-snap shoes, and tightly woven green “circlet of flowers in her hair” (original catalog description), with pink hat box containing curlers and white gloves. The costume is tagged Madame Alexander. Near mint condition. Alexander, 1954, the doll appeared in the 1954 catalog named “Flower Girl”, model 1535, and has original box. $500/700

254. Binnie in Rare McGuffey Ana Style Costume, 1952 18” (46 cm.) Blonde wig with curly bangs and thick braids tied with original ivory satin bows. Wearing organdy dress with flocked dots and bows, pouffed sleeves and lace trim on collar and bodice, pink satin sash, rose buds on yoke, white taffeta hooped petticoat and panties, white ribbed stockings, pink ankle boots with black tips and buttons, organdy hat to match dress with pleated nylon ruffle. The costume is tagged Madame Alexander. Near mint condition. Alexander, 1952, very rare doll with superb complexion and coiffure, rare costume details. $700/900

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255. Binnie Walker Bridesmaid in White Organdy Gown, 1954 18” (46 cm.) Blonde hair with short bangs and curls, walking style body. Wearing tagged white organdy gown with lace ruffles and pearl-bead neck edging, blue sash with floral corsage, pink taffeta petticoat, ivory taffeta hoop, stockings, gold front-snap shoes, and stiffened lace wide-brimmed hat with blue ribbons. Excellent condition, some spotting on top of hat. Alexander, circa 1954. $600/900

256. Petite “Rosamund Bridesmaid” in Rose Taffeta with Fashion Award, 1953 15” (38 cm.) Brunette hair with straight bangs, hair waved back and captured at the sides of her face, with curls tumbling onto her shoulders. Wearing tagged pale rose taffeta gown with tulle overskirt and sleevelets, three rosebuds at waist with pink streamers, rose taffeta panties, stockings, ivory satin front snap shoes and woven stiffened green wide headband that is decorated with clusters of pale pink rosebuds. Near mint condition. Alexander, model 1551, with original curler box and Fashion Award medallion, notable for impeccably-preserved state. $600/800

257. “Rosamund Bridesmaid” in Rose Taffeta with Fashion Award, 1953 18” (46 cm.) Brunette hair with straight bangs, hair waved back and captured at the sides of her face, with curls tumbling onto her shoulders. Wearing tagged pale rose taffeta gown with tulle overskirt and sleevelets, three rosebuds at waist with pink streamers, rose taffeta panties, stockings, ivory satin front snap shoes and woven stiffened green wide headband that is decorated with clusters of pale pink rosebuds. Near mint condition. Alexander, model 1851, with original pink hat box with gilt Fashion Award emblem, outstanding complexion and fine blushing, perfect coiffure, crisp and fresh original costume. $800/1100

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258. “Everybody Loves A Bride” in Ivory Satin, 1952 18” (46 cm.) Blonde wig with rolled bangs, hair drawn back gently at sides into a pageboy arrangement. Wearing tagged ivory satin gown with fitted bodice having a center panel of lace which forms into a fan design framing her face, rhinestone accents, full-length sleeves, attached taffeta petticoat, panties, stockings, peach satin snapfront shoes, pearl necklace, floral coronet with attached lace-edged tulle veil, matching bridal bouquet. Near mint condition. Alexander, model 1850, 1952, described in that year’s catalog as “everybody loves a bride”. $700/900

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259. Wendy Bride in White Taffeta, 1953 14” (36 cm.) Ashblonde hair with long shoulder-length curls. Wearing tagged ivory taffeta 259. Profile 152

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gown with draped detail of skirt held by tiny pink rosebuds which match flowers in her hair and corsage, pouf sleeves, soutache trim at neckline, woven cap with lace-edging and long veil panties, stockings, satin snapfront shoes. Near mint condition. Alexander, 1953. $400/500

260. Wendy as “Charming Bride Looking So Young”, 1953 18” (46 cm.) Brunette hair with overall short curls, walking style body. Wearing tagged white satin wedding gown with double overlay of tulle on the skirt, tulle pouf sleeves and “a veil to match flowing so gracefully from a starched lace brim”. taffeta panties, stockings, peach satin snapfront shoes, lavish bridal bouquet. Near mint condition, beautiful complexion. Alexander, model 1852, described in the 1953 catalog as “charming bride looking so young”, with hat box, Fashion Award gilt medallion, and original box with paper Fashion Award seal. $1100/1300 153

261. Nina Ballerina in Pale Rose and Silver Tutu, 1949 22� (56 cm.) Blonde floss hair with cluster of fine curly bangs, side hair drawn back into an elaborate twist of curls at the crown decorated with tiny silk rose buds and leaves that are repeated at the shoulder and hip.

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Wearing tagged tutu with pale pink satin bodice and triplelayered silver tulle skirt edged with silver metallic rick-rack, blue satin panties, pink ballerina slippers.

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Excellent condition. Alexander, 1949, original cloverleaf paper wrist tag, rare color variation of the classic costume. $500/700

262. Petite Nina Ballerina in Pink and Blue Tutu, 1949 18� (46 cm.) Blonde floss hair with cluster of fine curly bangs, side hair drawn back into an elaborate twist of curls at the crown decorated with tiny silk rose buds and leaves that are repeated at the shoulder and hip. Wearing tagged tutu with pale pink satin bodice and double-layered sheer blue nylon skirt edged with gilt metallic rick-rack, blue satin panties, pink ballerina slippers.

Near mint condition. Alexander, 1949, original cloverleaf paper wrist tag, rare color variation of the classic costume, very beautiful complexion and rich costume. $500/700

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263. Petite “Nina Ballerina” in Pink Satin Tutu, 1949 18” (46 cm.) Blonde floss hair with cluster of fine curly bangs, side hair drawn back into an elaborate twist of curls at the crown decorated with tiny silk rose buds and leaves that are repeated at the shoulder and hip. Wearing tagged tutu with 264.

pink satin bodice and triplelayered tulle skirt edged with gold metallic rick-rack, panties, pink ballerina slippers. Near mint condition. Alexander, 1949, original cloverleaf paper wrist tag

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labeled “Ballerina”, Alexander box stamped 6100, rare model from the earliest hard plastic doll production era. $700/900

264. “Nina Ballerina” in Pink Satin Tutu, 1949 22” (56 cm.) Blonde floss hair with cluster of fine curly bangs, side hair drawn back into elaborate curls at the crown decorated with tiny silk rose buds and leaves that are repeated at the shoulder and hip. Wearing tagged tutu with pink satin bodice and doublelayered sheer pink nylon skirt edged with gold metallic rickrack, pink taffeta panties, pink ballerina slippers. Near mint condition, very beautiful blushed complexion. Alexander, 1949, rare model from the earliest hard plastic doll production era. $600/800 155

265. “Winsome Winnie Walker” as Bride with Rare Coiffure, 1953 25” (64 cm.) Blonde hair with short curly bangs, coiled loops at sides of face, and mid-torso curls from nape, walking style body. Wearing tagged ivory wedding gown with gathered drapes at the skirt ornamented with pink rosebuds, lace edging at bodice, pouf sleeves, taffeta ruffled petticoat, panties, stockings, peach satin frontsnap shoes, lavish coronet of tiny white and pale pink flowers with floor-length veil, matching muff with floral corsage.

Near mint condition. Alexander, 1953, in (very worn) box stamped 2551, from the “Winsome Winnie Walker” series. $600/800

266. “Mary Louise” Portrait from “Me and My Shadow” Series, 1954 28” (71 cm.) Ash-blonde wig in elaborate period hairstyle featuring wide pouf curls at each side of head, walking style body. Wearing tagged caramel taffeta full-length gown with black silk braid trim, olive felt flannel jacket with looped faux-fur cuffs and collar edged with cream rick-rack, matching cap decorated with faux-fur that is constructed to accommodate the side curls, yellow kidskin gloves with painted stripes, taffeta hooped petticoat and pantalets, socks, black velvet shoes with gold ties. Near mint condition. Alexander, model 2035D from the “Me and My Shadow” series introduced in 1954 depicting period fashion dolls, this example suggestive of a Godey-era afternoon gown with unique color combinations. $3500/5500 156

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267. “Cherie” Dressed for the Opera in “Me and My Shadow” Series, 1954 18” (46 cm.) Dark blonde hair with bangs and shoulderlength curls. Wearing tagged “bouffant gown of heavy white satin caught up in a graceful drapery with bright pink roses (and) full-length opera coat of Goya pink taffeta, lined and fastened at the throat with a dashing big bow,” as described in 1954 Alexander catalog, along with rosebud coronet, pink satin reticule bag, taffeta hooped petticoat, panties, stockings, purple suede-like snap-front shoes. Near mint, slight fading of roses on coronet.

Alexander, model 2030B, the doll was presented as “Cherie dressed for the opera” from the “Me and My Shadow” series, 1954. $800/1100

268. “Agatha” Portrait from “Me and My Shadow” Series, 1954 18” (46 cm.) Brunette hair with curly bangs and captured curls at each ear and at her nape, walking style body. Wearing tagged soft rose iridescent faille taffeta with faux-jacket bodice trimmed with blue, fuchsia,and green braid that is repeated on her back bustle and extended train,

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and with sleeves of splendid ruffled tulle.

With woven hat decorated with wide rose ribbon to match the gown and a nosegay of flowers, matching parasol, tulle-edged taffeta petticoat and panties and purple suede flat shoes. Near mint condition with crisp vibrant costume and beautiful facial painting. Alexander, the Agatha model 2035F, from “Me and My Shadow� series of 1954. $4500/6500

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269. Lady in “Blue Danube Waltz” Costume from “Me and My Shadow Series”, 1954 18” (46 cm.) Brunette wig with arranged curls atop her crown held by a tiny gold coronet and with extended curls at her back head.

Wearing tagged costume of soft aqua blue taffeta with fitted bodice, slightly-dropped waist, floor-length skirt, with gold metallic bands at the sleeves and on the wide attached sash, hooped taffeta petticoat, taffeta panties with Val lace, seamed stockings, silver laced shoes, rhinestone necklace and earrings. Good condition, sash fabric has some splitting, some staining at back hem area of gown. Alexander, model 2015 described as “Blue Danube Waltz” from the “Me and My Shadow” series of 1954. $900/1100

270. “Victoria” Portrait from “Me and My Shadow” Series, 1954 18” (46 cm.) Ash-blonde hair with curled bangs and hair drawn back into two clusters of curls at the back of her head, walking-style body. Wearing tagged costume comprising slate blue faille taffeta gown with side panniers and bustle delicately outlined with narrow white silk braid, delicate tulle sleevelets, tulle hooped taffeta petticoat, panties, stockings, black suede-like snap-front shoes, elaborate “tiny hat of starched white lace with a top-knot of roses and forget-me-nots” (as described in the Alexander catalog) tied with fuchsia streamers, velvet fuchsia reticule, “diamond” earrings. Near mint condition, one earring missing. Madame Alexander, the portrait model “Victoria”, #2030C, 1954; the series was described in the Alexander catalog as “portrait dolls of charm and distinction with miniature portrait dolls to match...Each doll a gem of perfection”. $2200/2500 160

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271. “Binnie Walker” in Lilac Taffeta Dress with Violet Bouquet, 1954 18” (46 cm.) Blonde hair with short curly bangs and arranged curls at sides of face, walking style body. Wearing tagged lilac taffeta dress with sheer nylon tulle overlay, pleated ruffles at the hem with row of lace, tulle puffed sleeves, lace border at the yoke, hooped tulle petticoat, panties, socks, purple suede-like snapfront shoes, socks, woven hat with swirl of purple and pink tulle and little flowers, pink streamers, and holding a lavish bouquet of purple violets, white gloves, pink hat box.

Near mint condition. Alexander, 1954, with box stamped 2005B, and with Fashions for Dolls booklet. $800/1100

272. “Sweet Violet” in Pink Costume with Accessories, 1954 18” (46 cm.) Blonde hair with bangs and arranged curls, walking body jointed at shoulders, knees, elbows, and wrists. Wearing tagged fitted coat of pale pink faille, green velvet puff hat with floral accent and green velvet ties, matching green velvet reticule, pink taffeta dress with ruffle at the hemline, matching petticoat and panties, peach suede-like shoes, white ribbed socks and white hatbox with white gloves and curlers. Near mint, beautiful complexion and superb preservation of costume.

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Alexander, 1954, model 18788, with “Sweet Violet” wrist booklet, the doll was

with white floral-accented faux-fur muff, purple velvet puff hat with floral accent, pink

described in the Alexander catalog as “the only fully-jointed, walking doll ever made”.

taffeta dress with matching panties, purple suede-like shoes with tiny flower applique,

$900/1100

white ribbed socks and white hatbox with curlers. Near mint, beautiful complexion and

273. “Sweet Violet” in Lilac Costume with Accessories, 1954

superb preservation of costume. Alexander, 1954, model 18788, with original box, gilt metal Fashion Award medallion, “Sweet Violet” wrist booklet, and “Fashions for Dolls”

18” (46 cm.) Dark brunette hair with bangs and arranged curls, walking-style body

booklet; the doll was described in the Alexander catalog as “the only fully-jointed,

jointed at shoulders, knees, elbows, and wrists. Wearing tagged fitted coat of lilac faille

walking doll ever made”. $1100/1400

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274. “Winsome Winnie Walker” in Blue Cotton Pinafore-Style Dress, 1953 25” (64 cm.) Short blonde curly hair and bangs, walking style body. Wearing tagged dress of blue polished cotton that is designed to appear as a pinafore, yet is actually a one-piece dress with red and white Peter Pan collar with white rickrack trim and puffed sleeves, white rickrack trim on skirt, cotton petticoat and panties, white socks, red suede-like snapfront shoes, blue felt cap with ribbon ties to match the collar, red hat box with fashion award

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emblem. Near mint condition. Alexander, 1953, from the “Winsome Winnie Walker” series of that year, with box. $600/800

275. Maggie Walker “Dressed So Becoming” in Blue Embossed Dress with Fashion Award Medallion, 1953 22” (56 cm.) Dark blonde hair in soft curls and bangs with blue hair bow, walking style body. Wearing tagged blue/white dress with embossed floral motif, matching panties, fuchsia suede belt, fuchsia suede shoes, white ribbed socks. Near mint condition. Alexander, model 2216, 1953, described in the 1953 catalog as “dressed so becoming in a crisp little outfit”, with gilt metal Fashion Award medallion and beauty box with curlers, the doll is in original box from Marshall Fields and may be a special color edition made for that store. $600/800 274.

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276. Maggie Walker, “the Teen-Age Doll That Has Everything”, 1952 21” (53 cm.)

Light brown curly hair with bangs and coral velvet bows at each side of face, walking style body.

Wearing party ensemble featuring an organdy blouse with coral velvet neck ribbon, lace ruffled sleeves, cotton flowered black skirt with rhinestone 276.

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cotton persimmon-colored petticoat, satin panties, socks, black slipper shoes with gilt ties, pearl bracelet. Excellent condition, beautiful complexion.

Alexander, model 2315, 1952. The doll was advertised in the 1952 catalog as “the teen-age doll that has everything”, available in three sizes, this being the largest. $500/700

277. “Winsome Winnie Walker” in Pink Organdy Dress, 1953 25” (64 cm.) Auburn wig with overall curls and curly bangs, walking style body.

Wearing tagged pink sheer organdy dress with dainty lace trim and tiny pearl buttons, full slip of soft rose satin, matching panties, socks, black front-snap shoes, and stiffened lace cap with lace and ball fringe edging and black velvet ribbon streamers. Near mint condition. Alexander, model 2537, 1953, with beautiful blushing of cheeks and crisp costume, and with black hat box with gilt medal Fashion Academy award and Winsome Winnie wrist tag. $600/800

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278. Margot Ballerina with Rare Binnie-Face in Pink Tutu, 1956 18� (46 cm.) Ash-blonde hair with rolled bangs and hair drawn softly back into swept up curls at the center back. Wearing tagged pale pink tutu with taffeta faille bodice and multi-tiered ruffled skirt and straps, stockings, flat shoes, two rosebuds at the waist and one on the shoulder, rhinestone accents. Excellent condition. Alexander, model 1880, 1956, with original gold wrist booklet and original box. The doll appeared in the 1956 Alexander catalog named Margot Ballerina and is a rare variation, the face model shown in the catalog and on this doll is that of Binnie. $600/800

279. Binnie Bridesmaid in Pink Tulle with Silver Slippers, 1955 15� (38 cm.) Ash-blonde hair with bangs and soft curls. Wearing tagged pink tulle gown over pink nylon with ruffled collar and sleeves, flounced silk-like sash, unusual hip-length hoop, panties, stockings, silver slippers, circlet of shaded flowers in hair that matches the flowers sprinkled on skirt. Near mint condition. Alexander, model #1546, 1955. $600/800 278.

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280. “Winsome Winnie Walker” in Pink Brocade Gown with Fur Cape, 1953 25” (64 cm.) Dark brunette wig with bangs and arranged curls, walking style body. Wearing tagged pink brocade satin floor-length gown with sequin trim at the neckline and dainty floral corsage at the waist, floor-length taffeta hooped skirt, matching panties, socks, coral satin snapfront shoes, coronet which matches the trim on bodice, white faux-fur satin-lined cape, gloves, bracelet of four rows of tiny seed pearls. Near mint condition, beautiful complexion. Alexander, 1953, from “Winsome Winnie Walker” series. $600/800

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281. “Story Princess” in Aqua Taffeta Dress with Wand, 1954 15” (38 cm.) Brunette hair in original curls, walker-style body.

Wearing tagged aqua taffeta tiered gown with pink flower appliques, matching panties, stockings, silver shoes with ankle ties, brilliant sequin tiara, and with distinctive magic wand having beaded tip. Near mint condition. Alexander, model 1560, 1954, with original box with Fashion Award emblem. The Alexander catalog of that year described the costume as one of the gowns worn by “the gracious and lovely television star of NBC”. $700/900

282. “Story Princess” in Fuchsia Gown with Silver Coronet, 1954 18” (46 cm.) Brunette wig with short rolled curls and hair drawn back into arranged curls at nape.

Wearing tagged fuchsia gown with nylon bodice and sheer nylon pleated full-length skirt and puffed sleeves, ruffled bodice, sprigs of red and pink roses sprinkled on the gown, attached fuchsia petticoat, pantalets, silver strap shoes, silver coronet with rubies, rhinestone earrings, and carrying wand with rhinestone center.

Excellent condition, one prong missing on wand. Alexander, 1954, the doll represented the star of the NBC television program Story Princess, and has her original wrist tag “Story Princess”. $800/1100 168

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283. “Winsome Binnie Walker” in Navy Blue Taffeta Dress, 1954 18” (46 cm.) Light brown curled hair, walking style body.

Wearing tagged iridescent navy blue taffeta dress with crisp white pique collar and cuffs, pearl buckle detail on matching belt, fuchsia pink velvet puff hat tied with fuchsia satin ribbon, taffeta and tulle petticoat, taffeta and lace panties with ribbon detail, navy suede-like shoes with jewelry detail at the toe, white ribbed socks, white gloves, hat box with curlers and white gloves. Near mint.

Alexander, 1954, model 1823, described in the 1954 catalog as “looking so young and dressed up”. $500/700

284. Wendy-Kins in Companion Navy Blue Dress, 1954 8” (20 cm.) Blonde hair with curly bangs and shoulderlength curls, walking-style body. Wearing tagged iridescent 170

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navy blue taffeta dress with crisp white pique collar and cuffs, self-belt with pearl buckle detail, fuchsia pink velvet puff hat tied with pink cord ties, organdy petticoat and panties, navy suede-like shoes, white ribbed socks. Excellent condition. Alexander, 1954. $400/500

285. Binnie in “Skater’s Waltz” Costume, 1955 15” (38 cm.) Ash-blonde hair with bangs and curls, walking style body. Wearing tagged long-sleeved black knit body suit under pink felt-flannel skirt with black and silver braid trim, pink felt cap with colorful applique felt flowers that are repeated on the knit body suit, white socks, high laced white skates. Near mint condition.

Alexander, model 1517, 1955, original envelope-shaped wrist booklet, superb fresh colors of complexion and costume, with box.

The 1955 catalog noted “just looking at this lovely doll you hear the strains of the Skaters Waltz. Great charm and color have been captured...”. $900/1200

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288. Lissy “Dressed for a Morning in the Park”, 1956 12” (30 cm.) Blonde hair with curly bangs and shoulder-length braids with curly tips, red hair bows. Wearing tagged red polished 286, 287.

286. Lissy “Wears a Casual Outfit”, 1956 12” (30 cm.) Auburn hair with curly bangs and flip curs. Wearing red pin-dot organdy dress with pleated skirt, red knit jacket with pearl buttons, matching red knit cap with red dot lining and berry tassel, taffeta petticoat and panties, socks, red wide-strap sandal. Excellent condition. Alexander, model 1234, 1956. $400/500

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cotton dress with lace edging, red panties, white socks, red widestrap sandals, white pique cap. Excellent condition, beautiful wig.

Alexander, model 1222, 1956. $400/500

289. “Lissy” in Navy Blue Ensemble with Flowered Hat, 1956 12” (30 cm.) Auburn hair with bangs and flip curls. Wearing tagged navy blue serge coat with white lining and pearl

12” (30 cm.) Brunette wig with curly bangs and braids with curls at the tips, tied with red bows. Wearing tagged

buttons over matching flared skirt and white blouse with rows

red pin-dot organdy dress with lace edging at collar and cuffs, satin sash, organdy petticoat, panties, red cross-

of lace, rayon petticoat and panties with lace trim, stockings,

strap baby Louis heels, red velvet bonnet with floral corsage. Near mint condition. Alexander, model 1227,

red strap heels, white woven hat with colorful floral trim. Near

1956, described in the catalog as “one of her favorites”. $400/500

mint condition. Alexander, 1956, in original box stamped

“1156” from Lissy’s first year of issue. $400/600

290. Lissy in Navy Blue Coat and Silk Dress with Featherstitch Detail, 1956 14” (36 cm.) Blonde curly bangs and short curls. Wearing tagged ivory satin faille dress with featherstitching and lace hem ruffle, panties, navy blue flared coat with white faille lining, pearl buttons and lace-edged collar, white sateen cap with lace edging and red ribbon, socks, red cross289.

strap shoes. Excellent condition. Alexander, 1956. $500/700

291. “Winsome Winnie Walker” in Blue Coat and Hat, 1953 15” (38 cm.) Dark blonde curls and short bangs, walking-style body. Wearing tagged double-breasted coat with white pique collar and cuffs over red taffeta dress and panties, white socks, red suede-like frontsnap shoes, blue flannel

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cap, white gloves (in hat box). Near mint. Alexander, model 1536, with original box stamped 1536, Fashion Academy gilt medal on black hat box, paper award medal on doll’s box, and with original early wrist tag “Winnie Walker”, and “Fashions for Dolls” booklet. $500/700 290.

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292. Maggie in Lavender Gown, c. 1950 18” (46 cm.) Auburn flossed hair with straight bangs and rolled curls at the nape. Wearing tagged lavender floor-length gown with rose ruffled band on the skirt, four tiny rose buds with streamers, ruffled sleevelets, panties, stockings, black snap-front shoes. Excellent condition. Alexander, c. 1950. $500/700

293. Petite Margot Ballerina in Coral Tutu, 1951 15” (38 cm.) Light brown floss hair drawn back into pageboy curls at the nape captured in black netting, straight bangs and a coronet of tiny white flowers. Wearing tagged coral taffeta and double-layered nylon skirt with floral sprinkles, gilt edging at bodice, sleeves, coral taffeta panties, black velvet throat ribbon, red satin slippers with red ties.

Excellent condition. Alexander, 1951. $400/500

294. Margot Ballerina in Cranberry Tutu, 1951 18” (46 cm.) Brunette floss hair drawn back into pageboy curls at the nape captured in black netting, straight bangs and a coronet of tiny red flowers. Wearing tagged red taffeta and double-layered nylon skirt with floral sprinkles, gilt edging at bodice, sleeves, red taffeta panties, black velvet throat ribbon, red satin slippers with red ties.

Excellent condition. Alexander, 1951.

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295. Margot Ballerina with Rare Binnie-Face in White Tutu, 1956

waist and shoulder, rhinestone accents. Excellent condition. Alexander, model 1880,

15� (38 cm.) Auburn hair with rolled bangs and hair drawn softly back into swept up

1956. The doll appeared in the 1956 Alexander catalog named Margot Ballerina, a

curls at the center back. Wearing white tutu with taffeta faille bodice and multi-tiered

rare variation with Binnie-model face. $400/500

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296. “Karen Ballerina” in Blue Costume, 1949

297. Binnie as Wendy Bride with Medici Cap, 1956

14” (36 cm.) Blonde floss hair in elaborately-braided coronet and side coiled

18” (46 cm.) Brunette wig with curls and curled bangs. Wearing tagged wedding gown of white

braids which are interwoven with pink roses. Wearing tagged blue net tutu

nylon tulle with unpressed pleated skirt over taffeta under-dress, dotted tulle bodice with pearl

trimmed with metallic gold rickrack, ruffled sleeves, layered underskirt, blue

edging at the throat, satin sash, tulle pleated sleevelets, Medici cap of stiffened lace with

nylon panties, ballerina slippers and with black velvet ribbon accent at her

attached veil and floral trimmed inside brim, taffeta petticoat and panties, garter, seamed

throat and wrists. Excellent condition. Alexander 1949. $700/900

stockings, coral satin front-snap shoes, bouquet to match flowers in cap, solitaire ring. Near mint condition. Alexander, model 1590, 1956, rare Binnie-face variation of the Wendy bride. $600/900

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298. Lissy in Graduation Gown with Diploma, 1957 12” (30 cm.) Dark brunette hair with bangs and elongated curls at her back torso. Wearing tagged floor-length gown of dotted Swiss organdy with lace edging at neckline, sleeves, and on skirt, blue satin sash to match hair bow, white taffeta petticoat and panties, stockings, white cross-strap baby Louis heels, carrying diploma. Excellent condition. Alexander, 1958, with wrist tag. $400/500

299. Petite “Rosamund” Bridesmaid in Blue Taffeta and Tulle Gown, 1953 15” (38 cm.) Blonde hair with curly bangs and shoulder-length curls. Wearing tagged cornflower blue taffeta gown

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with tulle overskirt and sleevelets, rosebud at waist and sprinkles of tiny blue flowers on the skirt, blue taffeta panties, stockings, gilt front snap shoes, stiffened blue wide headband that is decorated with clusters of pale pink rosebuds and tiny blue flowers, with white feathered fan. Near mint condition. Alexander, model 1851, 1953. $700/900

300. “Rosamund” Bridesmaid in Blue Taffeta and Tulle Gown, 1953 18” (46 cm.) Auburn hair with curly bangs and shoulder-length curls. Wearing tagged cornflower blue taffeta gown with tulle overskirt and sleevelets, rosebud at waist and sprinkles of tiny blue flowers on the skirt, blue taffeta panties, stockings, gilt front snap shoes and stiffened blue wide headband that is decorated with clusters of pale pink rosebuds and tiny blue flowers. Near mint condition. Alexander, model 1851, 1953. $700/900 298.

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301. Lissy Bridesmaid in Pale Blue Ensemble, 1957 12” (30 cm.) Brunette hair with curly bangs and drawn back hair to curls at nape. Wearing tagged pale blue nylon gown with square-cut bodice, pouf sleeves, full-length skirt with wide band of Val lace that matches bodice lace, blue silk sash, pale blue taffeta petticoat, panties, stockings, blue cross-strap heels, blue tulle cloud-like hat tied with wide tulle streamers, nosegay of tiny flowers. Excellent condition. Alexander, model 1161, described in the 1957 catalog as

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“beautiful bridesmaid”. $300/500

302. Lissy Bride with Unusual Lace Cap, 1957

8” (20 cm.) Short blonde curls and curly bangs,

12” (30 cm.) Blonde hair with flip curls and bangs. Wearing bridal gown with lace bodice, and white tulle skirt over

straight leg walking style body. Wearing tagged pink

white satin underskirt, taffeta panties, satin sash, pearl clusters at sash, stockings, garter, white cross-strap heels with

organdy gown with lace trim, blue ribbons, bouquet,

rhinestone accents, unusual lace cap with pleated tulle ruffle and chapel length veil, bouquet with silk ribbons. Near

wide-brimmed pink bonnet with floral garland, white

mint condition. Alexander, model 1160, 1957. $400/500

taffeta petticoat and pantalets, pink side-snap shoes.

303. Wendy-Kins in White Organdy Gown, 1955

Excellent condition. Alexander, c. 1955. $300/400

with lace trim, blue satin sash and flowers which the accent trim on her brimmed woven white bonnet, pink taffeta

305. Lissy in Pink Nylon Gown with Flocked Berries, 1956

petticoat and panties, satin slippers. Excellent condition. Alexander, 1955. $300/500

12” (30 cm.) Auburn hair with bangs, elaborate cluster

8” (20 cm.) Blonde hair with bangs and short curls. straight leg non-walking body. Wearing white organdy long gown

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304. Wendy-Kins in Pink Organdy Gown, 1955

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of curls at the crown with encircling flowers, curls at nape. Wearing tagged sheer nylon

length veil, rosebud bouquet. Near mint condition. Alexander, model 1247, 1956,

pink gown with flocked pattern of delicate berries and leaves, lace trim, pink satin

original box stamped 1247. $400/500

sash, pink taffeta petticoat, panties, stockings, pink cross-strap baby Louis heels.

Excellent condition. Alexander, 1956, with rare coiffure and costume, in Lissy box.

307. Lissy Bridesmaid in Pale Rose Ensemble, 1957

$400/600

12” (30 cm.) Auburn hair with curly bangs and drawn back hair to curls at nape.

306. Lissy Bride “Looking Demure and Lovely”, 1956

Wearing tagged pale rose nylon gown with square-cut bodice, pouf sleeves, fulllength skirt with wide band of Val lace that matches bodice lace, rose silk sash, pale

12” (30 cm.) Auburn hair with curly bangs and flip curls. Wearing tagged bridal gown of

pink taffeta petticoat, panties, stockings, pink cross-strap heels, rose tulle cloud-

white pleated nylon tulle with lace bodice, attached seed pearls at the neckline, pink

like hat tied with wide tulle streamers, nosegay of tiny flowers. Near mint condition.

satin sash with seed pearl buckle, white taffeta slip, panties, stockings, white cross-

Alexander, model 1161, described in the 1957 catalog as “beautiful bridesmaid”.

strap shoes with rhinestone buckles, tulle headdress with tiny rose buds and chapel-

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308. Lissy in Violet-Patterned Pinafore Dress with Purple Bonnet, 1957 12� (30 cm.)

Dark brunette hair with curly bangs and flip curls. Wearing tagged dress with white organdy rhinestoneaccented blouse attached to black cottonsateen pinafore with patterned violets, lace trim, lavender taffeta petticoat and panties,

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stockings, black cross-strap baby Louis heels, lavender woven bonnet with applique violets, with envelopeshaped wrist tag. Excellent condition.

Alexander, the doll can be seen in the Lissy separates photo, 1957 catalog. $400/500

309. Pair, Wendy-Kins as Romeo and Juliet, 1955 8� (20 cm.) Red caracul wig on Romeo and blonde hair pulled back into elaborate arrangement on Juliet, each with straight leg walking style body. He wearing tagged purple knit body suit under black felt jacket with pagoda sleeves, trimmed with gilt metallic braid and medallion, purple cap, gilt boots; and she wearing tagged ivory satin brocade floor-length gown with red velvet yoke and matching long-sleeved coat, panties, gold tie shoes, and elaborate coronet.

Excellent condition, Alexander, models 473 and 474, issued 1955. $500/700 310.

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310. Wendy-Kins in Pink Taffeta Gown and Purple Bonnet, 1957 8” (20 cm.) Blonde hair drawn back from her face into arranged curls at back of head, bend-knee walking style body. Wearing tagged taffeta historical gown with wide panniers, velvet reticule, eyelettrimmed petticoat, pantalets, socks, magenta side-snap shoes, and purple woven bonnet with turned-up brim detailed with tiny red flowers. Excellent condition.

Alexander, 1957. $400/500

311. Lissy in Lavender Party Dress and Bonnet, 1957 12” (30 cm.) Dark brunette hair with bangs and short curls.

Wearing tagged lavender nylon 311.

party dress with shadow-print dots, puffed sleeves with lace edging that matches lace trim skirt, satin sash, pink taffeta petticoat and panties, stockings, pink cross-strap baby Louis heels, white woven bonnet with lavish cluster of flowers on the brim. Excellent condition.

Alexander, model 1167, 1957. $400/500

312. Lissy in Polished Pink Cotton with Black Taffeta Pinafore and Cap, 1956

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12” (30 cm.) Ash-blonde wig with bangs and braids tied with pink bows. Wearing tagged polished pink cotton dress with puffed sleeves under black taffeta pinafore, matching cap, sprigs of tiny flowers at waist and cap, taffeta petticoat and panties, socks, black wide-strap baby Louis heels. Near mint. Alexander, 1956. $400/600

313. Lissy “Dressed for an Afternoon Party”, 1956 12” (795 cm.) Ash-blonde hair with curly bangs and rolled curls at her nape. Wearing tagged “swishy taffeta dress” with shadow-print squares, turned up elbow-length cuffs, rose bud at her waist, tulle hat with rosebuds, white taffeta petticoat and panties, stockings, sandals with baby Louis heels and accent pin. Excellent condition.

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315. Binnie Bridesmaid in Chartreuse Tulle with Silver Slippers, 1955 15” (38 cm.) Blonde hair with bangs and soft curls. Wearing tagged chartreuse tulle gown over chartreuse nylon with ruffled collar and sleeves, flounced silk-like sash, unusual hip-length hoop, panties, stockings, silver slippers, circlet of shaded flowers in hair that matches the flowers sprinkled on skirt. Near mint condition.

Alexander, model #1546, 1955. $500/800

316. Ballerina in Ivory Tutu with Red Accent Colors, 1952 18” (46 cm.) Brilliant auburn hair in centerpart drawn smoothly away from her face and forming into clusters of curls at crown and nape.

Wearing white satin-bodice tutu with white tulle skirt arranged with pleats and draping accented with tiny red roses and white flowers, white satin panties, stockings, red slippers with pink ties. Excellent condition, beautiful complexion and hair. Alexander, model 1840, 1952. $600/800

314. “Rosamund” Bridesmaid in Yellow Taffeta and Tulle Gown, 1953 18” (46 cm.) Light brown hair with curly bangs and shoulder-length curls. Wearing tagged yellow taffeta gown with tulle overskirt and sleevelets, rosebud at waist and sprinkles of tiny yellow flowers on the skirt, yellow taffeta panties, stockings, coral satin front-snap shoes and stiffened yellow-net wide headband that is decorated with clusters of yellow tiny flowers. Near mint condition. Alexander, model 1851, 1953. $700/900

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317. Wendy-Kins in Chartreuse Checked Taffeta Dress, 1957

318. “Binnie Walker” in Lime-Green Taffeta Dress, 1955

8” (20 cm.) Short brunette curls and bangs, bent knee walking style

18” (46 cm.) Auburn wig with curly bangs and braids tied with red ribbons, jointing at

body. Wearing tagged chartreuse and white taffeta dress with white cowl

shoulders, elbows, hips and knees. Wearing tagged lime-green and cream checkered taffeta

neckline, matching panties and cap, rosebud trim, red side-snap suede-

dress with three rows of white rick-rack, rhinestone trim on yoke, self-sash with wide bow at

like shoes. Near mint condition. Alexander, 1957. $400/500

the back waist, white taffeta petticoat, white taffeta panties, socks, red suede-like front-snap shoes, white woven cap with front brim and red satin bow. Near mint condition. Alexander, model 1511, 1955. $500/700

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319. Maggie in Coral Dress with Purple Belt, 1951

321. Lissy in Pink and White Checked Dress with Sweater, 1956

21” (53

Wearing tagged pink and

cm.) Auburn

white checked cotton

hair with

dress with pearl buttons,

arranged

pink knit sweater, pink lace

curls and

petticoat, white taffeta

bangs.

panties, socks, white

Wearing

cross-strap baby Louis

tagged coral

heels, white woven bonnet

satin faille

with floral sprigs. Near

dress with

mint. Alexander, 1956.

rick-rack trim

$400/500

12” (30 cm.) Blonde short curly hair and bangs.

at the white pink hooped

322. Lissy in Pink Cotton Sateen Dress, 1957

petticoat with

12” (30 cm.) Blonde

tulle ruffle,

hair with short curls and

pink panties

bangs. Wearing tagged

with rick-

pink cotton dress with

rack trim,

front panel edged by

socks, blue

white scalloped trim,

taffeta collar,

shoes with

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gold ties, purple velvet sash with amethyst stone, original curler box. Excellent condition, socks dusty. Alexander, 1951, with Fashion Award medallion. $500/700

320. Binnie in Polished Green School Dress with Pinafore Front, 1954 14” (36 cm.) Blonde hair with straight bangs and long braids tied with pink bows. Wearing tagged vibrant polished green dress with attached polished pink pinafore decorated with brown rick-rack, puffed sleeves with pink rick-rack, large pink bow at the back, pink cotton petticoat and panties, socks, snap-front shoes. Near mint condition. Alexander, 1954. $400/600 321.

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and colorful arrangement of tiny flowers and leaves. Near mint condition, perfectlypreserved coiffure and costume in bright freshness.

Alexander, 1954, presented in the catalog in three sizes, this being model 1524. $600/800

324. “Winsome Binnie Walker” is “Pert and Gay in Cotton”, 1954 18” (46 cm.) Dark blonde hair with curly bangs and shoulder-length curls, walking style body.

Wearing tagged black and white striped cotton dress with puffed 323.

sleeves and white

pearl buttons, white collar which matching her white pique cap, bows on

Peter Pan collar,

sleeves, pink lace petticoat, pink taffeta panties, stockings, black baby

crisp polished

Louis heels with rhinestone accents. Excellent condition. Alexander, 1957.

cotton yellow

$400/500

pinafore with hip ruffle, taffeta

323. “Binnie Walker with Her Hair in Pigtails”, 1954

panties, socks,

15” (38 cm.) Blonde hair with short bangs and pigtails tied with green

black suede-like

bows, walking-style body. Wearing tagged dress of green and white stripes

snap-front shoes, woven straw hat with black and white striped grosgrain band, carrying black hat

with green, pink and black rick-rack and cord trim, black bodice, tulle

box with white gloves and original Binnie Walker wrist tag. Near mint condition. Alexander, model

sleeves, organdy petticoat and panties, white socks, black suede snap-

1822, the doll appeared in the 1954 catalog described as “pert and gay in cotton with contrasting

front shoes, and fanciful black woven flat-top hat with green rayon banding

pinafore”. $500/700

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325. “Winsome Binnie Walker” with Leopard Print Accessories, 1954

326. Maggie in Red Shirtwaist Dress, 1952

18” (46 cm.) Brunette hair with curls and flip curls, walking style body.

15” (38 cm.) Blonde hair with bangs and tightly-arranged curls held by two black bows. Wearing

Wearing red and white taffeta dress and matching panties beneath “a very

tagged red shirtwaist dress with white faille collar and cuffs, silver buttons, white belt, hanky in

becoming coat of gabardine”, velvet leopard print cap and muff, socks, black

pocket, petticoat, panties, socks, black shoes with gilt ties. Excellent condition. Alexander, 1952.

suede-like shoes snap-front shoes. Excellent condition. Alexander, 1954,

$300/300

model 1825. $400/500

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327. Maggie in Coral Shirtwaist Dress, 1952 21” (53 cm.) Blonde hair with bangs and tightly-arranged curls held by two pink bows. Wearing tagged coral taffeta shirtwaist dress with white faille collar and cuffs, glittery buttons, magenta belt, petticoat, panties, socks, magenta shoes with gilt ties and black velvet bow at the neck. Excellent condition. Alexander, 1952. $500/700

328. Binnie Walker in Pink Dress with Sweater, 1952 18” (46 cm.) Dark brunette hair with very full curls and bangs.

Wearing tagged pink linen-like cotton dress with white scalloped trim, white jersey cardigan with blue velvet flower petals and rhinestone

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accents, matching white cap, pink tulle hooped petticoat with rick-rack trim, white panties with pink lace trim, white socks, black snap-front shoes. Near mint condition. Alexander, 1952. $300/400

329. Binnie Walker in Travel Case with Trousseau, 1955 14” (36 cm.) Blonde hair with curly bangs and shoulder-length curls. Wearing tagged pink organdy dress with blue satin sash and blue hair bow, organdy panties and petticoat, socks, black snap-front shoes and presented in original travel suitcase with additional original costumes comprising red plaid cotton dress, blue coat, leopard print muff and cap, nightgown, slippers, bathing suit, striped shirt and blue pedal pushers, basket, red shoes, socks, gloves. Near mint condition. Alexander, model 218, 1955. $600/800

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333. “Polly Pigtails” as Roller Skater, 1951 14” (36 cm.) Dark blonde flossed wig with straight bangs and pigtails tied with red ribbons. Wearing tagged “Polly Pigtails” red knit sweater, blue denim pedal pushers with attached sleeveless red and white checkered bodice, socks, brown laced roller skates with ties, red tam with feather. Excellent condition. Alexander, 1951, with original wrist tag and curler case. $400/600

334. “Polly Pigtails” as Roller Skater, 1951 20” (51 cm.) Light blonde flossed wig with straight bangs and pigtails tied with red ribbons. Wearing tagged “Polly Pigtails” red knit sweater, blue denim pedal pushers with attached sleeveless red and white checkered bodice, socks, white laced roller skates with ties. Excellent condition. Alexander, 1951. $400/500

330. Kathy as Roller Skater, 1951 20” (51 cm.) Red flossed hair with bangs and braids. Wearing tagged red Scottish plaid pedal pushers, red corduroy vest with pearl buttons, white blouse, socks, brown laced roller skate, plaid tam with feather. Alexander, the Maggie-face doll was marketed as “Kathy Roller Skater”, 1951. $300/500

331. Maggie in Red Knit Sweater and Pleated Skirt, 1952 20” (51 cm.) Auburn hair with curly bangs and shoulder-length curls. Wearing tagged costume comprising red nylon sweater embroidered “Maggie” over waffle-weave blouse with Peter Pan collar, white pleated skirt, pink nylon taffeta petticoat and panties, socks, saddle shoes, red bows in hair.

Excellent condition. Alexander, 1952. $300/400

332. Petite Maggie in Red Knit Sweater and White Skirt, 1952 14” (36 cm.) Brown hair with curly bangs and shoulder-length curls. Wearing red knit cardigan sweater, white pleated skirt, white nylon taffeta petticoat and panties, socks, saddle shoes. Excellent condition, few moth holes in sweater. Alexander, 1952. $200/300

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