1960 Tagged Vogue 18” BABY DEAR Top Knot Doll by Eloise Wilkins

Description: Darling and popular 18” TOP KNOT Baby Dear doll, first issued in 1960, designed by Eloise Wilkins. Comes complete in her original 1st issue outfit. Featuring : Hang Tag, Original Layette, Pink Blankie, and Top Knot issue ... this issue the FIRST ISSUE Baby Dear and was ONLY MADE FOR 1 YEAR, before Vogue changed the design to a 'rooted hair' version that was available for several years after. Gorgeous healthy glow to her lovely face with light blonde hair, clean body (just 2 light spots) that is ALL ORIGINAL with NO restoration. She has a sweet baby smell. If you have ever tried to photograph and ‘capture’ the true color of a Baby Dear’s hair, you know it depends on the lighting and angle; this baby has pretty very light blonde hair and it is full (for a top knot!) and just lovely!This happy baby is in excellent /near mint condition — fat and sassy, she sits up comfortably and poses ‘oh so many ways’, but still has the "desired by collectors" FLOPPY poseable body with her quiet and pensive countenance.She comes ALL ORIGINAL with her original outfit -- rosebud cotton jersey kimono, white cotton 'side-tie' undershirt, and fluffy white flannel diaper with signature Vogue 'star dot' snaps. She will come with a pair of pink-and-white knit booties to keep her little chubby feet cozy and warm... she has her hang tag as well. I believe the blanket that came with her is her original with pink silk thread embroidery trim. All clothing in excellent seemingly unplayed with condition. She is absolutely delightful and being a 'top knot' baby, she is among the relatively few of this issue -- hard to find in such perfect condition -- no marks, or chews to her sweet, chubby arms and legs. Her cloth stuffed body is squeezably soft and cuddly with just enough 'drape' to her neck to remind you she is a 'new baby' and needs you to comfort and support her. She is marked with her cloth Vogue tag at the nape of her neck; and, she is appropriately stamped at the back of her leg 'E. Wilkins / 1960' to attest to her authenticity. Baby Dear dolls are all DARLING!! If you collect them, you know they are much like potato chips, and cannot be resisted or denied. Dress them often, as they look charming and enjoy being fussed over. Her vinyl is also a nice even peachy pink ❤️ I just can't do my dolls justice with my lighting. I only added her a tiny bit of blush ever so lightly. I never do anything to my dolls that can't be undone ❤️ FAST SHIPPING~ Packaged responsibly to arrive safely.

Price: 1195 USD

Location: Grass Valley, California

End Time: 2025-01-10T06:48:09.000Z

Shipping Cost: 24 USD