My Scene
Doll
2003 (manufactured)
2003 (manufactured)
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Barbie is a best-selling fashion doll that was launched in 1959. The doll is produced by Mattel, Inc and was invented by Ruth Handler, whose own daughter was called Barbara. In recent years Barbie has faced increasing competition from the Bratz range of dolls. This particular Barbie was produced in 2003 in China by Mattel.
The doll was acquired in 2007, donated to the Museum from the BBC, who had made a programme on Barbie for their Money Week special. This Barbie doll is part of the My Scene range which was Mattel's answer to the rivalry of Bratz. While not replacing the familiar Barbie, they feature large lips and oversized eyes that were inspired by Japanese-style anime cartoons. In comparison, the Bratz dolls are marketed with racier fashions such as platform shoes, hip huggers, tube tops and fur vests.
The doll was acquired in 2007, donated to the Museum from the BBC, who had made a programme on Barbie for their Money Week special. This Barbie doll is part of the My Scene range which was Mattel's answer to the rivalry of Bratz. While not replacing the familiar Barbie, they feature large lips and oversized eyes that were inspired by Japanese-style anime cartoons. In comparison, the Bratz dolls are marketed with racier fashions such as platform shoes, hip huggers, tube tops and fur vests.
Object details
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| Materials and techniques | Moulded plastic, fabric, printed card, acrylic |
| Brief description | Boxed My Scene Barbie made in China by Mattel in 2003 |
| Physical description | Boxed Barbie doll and accessories. The doll has long blonde hair and is dressed in an animal print dress. Bunny slippers and a black handbag are also on the doll. As well as the doll, the box contains a wardrobe storing three items of clothing. There are framed drawings, a telephone, bags and shoes in the box. The box is acrylic and has printed blue card, with illustrations of the doll on the back, as well as on the right hand side. The words 'Getting Ready', 'My Scene', and 'Barbie' are written on the front of the box. |
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| Credit line | Given by Mattel UK Ltd |
| Summary | Barbie is a best-selling fashion doll that was launched in 1959. The doll is produced by Mattel, Inc and was invented by Ruth Handler, whose own daughter was called Barbara. In recent years Barbie has faced increasing competition from the Bratz range of dolls. This particular Barbie was produced in 2003 in China by Mattel. The doll was acquired in 2007, donated to the Museum from the BBC, who had made a programme on Barbie for their Money Week special. This Barbie doll is part of the My Scene range which was Mattel's answer to the rivalry of Bratz. While not replacing the familiar Barbie, they feature large lips and oversized eyes that were inspired by Japanese-style anime cartoons. In comparison, the Bratz dolls are marketed with racier fashions such as platform shoes, hip huggers, tube tops and fur vests. |
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| Accession number | B.21-2009 |
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| Record created | July 16, 2009 |
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