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NEVER REMOVED FROM BOX, in OVERALL GOOD CONDITION. This 2-doll lot is sold together as a set, with each doll NEVER REMOVED FROM BOX, in OVERALL GOOD CONDITION, showing minor wear/imperfections on box edges and corners typical for age and normal handling, unless otherwise individually specified. Dolls have typical 90’s “superstar” generic Barbie faces with large eyes, rooted lashes, and open smiles – with the exception of the Chinese Empress doll that has a modified “Kira” closed-mouth face. Bodies have the typical twist waist, straight-arms with angular shoulder movement, hips with straight back and forth movement, click-bend knees, and high-heel feet.

The “GREAT ERAS” series illustrates a variety of historically recognized fashion styles from select cultures or time frames. Each of the 10 dolls is complete with clothing representative of the selected era, with shoes and accessories as shown, plus a saddle stand with plastic round base inside the box. Each individualized storybook-type retail display/presentation box has a hinged solid front cover with Velcro-type closure. The inside covers are elaborately illustrated with historical summaries of the depicted fashion eras.

ITEMS INCLUDED IN THIS LOT #1:

1. Gibson Girl (1993 / 3702 / 074299037023) – Created by artist Charles Dana Gibson, the “Gibson Girl” was a popular American illustration subject that became a national icon for a new, modern ideal of womanhood featured in magazines and on commercial products, setting a standard for beauty and fashion emulated by women across various social classes from the mid-1890s to World War I. The “Gibson Girl” was depicted as tall and athletic, yet gracefully elegant, with an air of self-confidence and independence. This Barbie version of the “Gibson Girl” features a smiling brunette lady with a casual updo and side curls, wearing typical turn-of-the-century attire of a loose-fitting lace blouse gathered at the waist and tucked into a full skirt of faux silk moire material with matching capelet. A lace parasol and ribbon-trimmed straw hat complete the look.
2. 1920’s Flapper (1993 / 4063 / 074299040634) – Following World War I, the 1920’s was a time of economic boom in the West, triggering disruption of traditional lifestyles with wealth disparity, social extravagance, Prohibition, and speakeasies. Women’s fashion ideals drastically changed, with the formerly admired voluptuous figure giving way to the slender boyish form with straight, loose-fitting dresses. For the first time, dress waistlines dropped to the hip, and hemlines showed some leg, while popular hairstyles transformed from carefully maintained updos to short styled “bobs” with elaborate “spit curls” and lacquered “finger waves.” Attire for opulent underground clubs involved ornate beaded dresses with fringe that swayed and flapped with movement – perhaps giving birth to the nickname “flapper.” This Barbie version of a flapper wears an elaborate gold and white beaded and fringed straight dress with a coat trimmed in white fur, along with other accessories typical of that time. (The doll stand support is loose in the box, due to factory tape coming loose. Also the bottom corners and edges show some rubs and dings and other wear, but the box still displays well.)

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NEVER REMOVED FROM BOX, in OVERALL GOOD CONDITION. This 2-doll lot is sold together as a set, with each doll NEVER REMOVED FROM BOX, in OVERALL GOOD CONDITION, showing minor wear/imperfections on box edges and corners typical for age and normal handling, unless otherwise individually specified. Dolls have typical 90’s “superstar” generic Barbie faces with large eyes, rooted lashes, and open smiles – with the exception of the Chinese Empress doll that has a modified “Kira” closed-mouth face. Bodies have the typical twist waist, straight-arms with angular shoulder movement, hips with straight back and forth movement, click-bend knees, and high-heel feet.

The “GREAT ERAS” series illustrates a variety of historically recognized fashion styles from select cultures or time frames. Each of the 10 dolls is complete with clothing representative of the selected era, with shoes and accessories as shown, plus a saddle stand with plastic round base inside the box. Each individualized storybook-type retail display/presentation box has a hinged solid front cover with Velcro-type closure. The inside covers are elaborately illustrated with historical summaries of the depicted fashion eras.

ITEMS INCLUDED IN THIS LOT #2:

1. Egyptian Queen (1994 / 11397 / 074299113970) – From 3,000 to 5,000 years ago, the 18th Dynasty during the time of King Tut is considered the Golden Age of Egypt, just a distant memory now, as evidenced by the Pyramids of Giza guarded by the Sphinx. Egyptian Queen Barbie represents that era with an elaborate bejeweled headdress sporting layered shaped pieces, a broad layered and beaded/jeweled “wesekh” or “usekh” collar typically depicted as being worn by both men and women, as well as deities. Gossamer blue material is gathered and draped strategically over her chest to coordinate with a blue and silver patterned skirt. (Box has a few minor stress creases on the front cover and some edge/corner wear but displays well.)
2. Grecian Goddess (1996 / 15005 / 074299150050) – 5th Century BC in Greece marked a golden age of culture, art, and philosophy that also included everyday acknowledgement of the mythical gods and goddesses of Mount Olympus. Despite the incongruity of a blonde Barbie representing the goddess Athena, she wears what is presumably typical goddess attire for the region and time period – a flowing pleated white layered gown secured at the shoulders and embellished with an assortment of metallic decorations, topped off by an orchid cape trimmed with a stereotypical geometric Greek design. (Box has some minor creases/dents in back but otherwise is in good shape.)

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NEVER REMOVED FROM BOX, in OVERALL GOOD CONDITION. This 2-doll lot is sold together as a set, with each doll NEVER REMOVED FROM BOX, in OVERALL GOOD CONDITION, showing minor wear/imperfections on box edges and corners typical for age and normal handling, unless otherwise individually specified. Dolls have typical 90’s “superstar” generic Barbie faces with large eyes, rooted lashes, and open smiles – with the exception of the Chinese Empress doll that has a modified “Kira” closed-mouth face. Bodies have the typical twist waist, straight-arms with angular shoulder movement, hips with straight back and forth movement, click-bend knees, and high-heel feet.

The “GREAT ERAS” series illustrates a variety of historically recognized fashion styles from select cultures or time frames. Each of the 10 dolls is complete with clothing representative of the selected era, with shoes and accessories as shown, plus a saddle stand with plastic round base inside the box. Each individualized storybook-type retail display/presentation box has a hinged solid front cover with Velcro-type closure. The inside covers are elaborately illustrated with historical summaries of the depicted fashion eras.

ITEMS INCLUDED IN THIS LOT #5:

1. Victorian Lady (1996 / 14900 / 074299149009) – The Victorian Era flourished in Western Europe and the United States from 1837 to 1901, and was named for Britain’s Queen Victoria, an iconic lady who reigned for 61 years with reserved sensibilities while doting on her family and keeping a close eye on political events. This fashion era was resplendent with sweeping ribbon-embellished bustled dresses, elaborated feathered headdresses, top hats, and cravats. Victorian Barbie wears a deep burgundy dress with a lace collar and tiered lace-trimmed skirt gathered in back to mimic a bustle and back train. (Box has a minor dented on bottom, and a top corner is curled up slightly, but otherwise is in good shape and displays well.)
2. French Lady (1997 / 16707 / 074299167072) – The early 1800’s marked a time of opulence in France when Napoleon Bonaparte and Lady Josephine assumed rule of the country. Napoleon fostered a civil code, religious tolerance, and fair taxes, while German composer Beethoven rose to popularity in Europe. French Lady Barbie wears a wedgewood blue velveteen gown with a long column skirt channeling the classic elegance of ancient Greek architecture. (Box has a minor dent on front and a minor dimple on the back edge but otherwise is in good shape.)

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