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Newborn Baby Doll Black Boy

Baby Doll
1995 (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

1. doll
2. tube of loosely woven cloth stretched around the stomach of the doll
3. square of white cloth representing the cover over the tummy button; held in place by (2).
4. cellophane bag, clear plastic printed in red, white and black to show the details of the doll and the maker, with trademarks and names


Object details

Category
Object type
Parts
This object consists of 4 parts.

  • Baby Boy Doll
  • Baby Boy Doll
  • Baby Boy Doll
  • Baby Boy Doll
TitleNewborn Baby Doll Black Boy (manufacturer's title)
Materials and techniques
Soft vinyl, PVC
Brief description
baby boy doll, Danish; 1995. Black
Physical description
1. doll
2. tube of loosely woven cloth stretched around the stomach of the doll
3. square of white cloth representing the cover over the tummy button; held in place by (2).
4. cellophane bag, clear plastic printed in red, white and black to show the details of the doll and the maker, with trademarks and names
Marks and inscriptions
on cellophane bag - printed in red, white and black shield shape with a doll figure below the name DanDoll shield shape with a plane shape and DANMARK below DANSK ARBEJDE; dhp to the side. stick on label - NB5072/0306 NEWBORN BABY DO BLACK BOY 5503
Object history
References: NES Arnold 1996 Catalogue.
*The doll was bought as part of a large group; total price of group £373.19 + 58.20 VAT, £431.39.
Advertised price of doll £19.95, price paid with 7.5% discount £18.45 + VAT.

Catalogue entry - NB5072/26 NEW BORN BABY DOLL Black Baby Boy
Amazingly authentic baby doll that looks very realistic, down to the finest detail. Each doll is made from a pure soft vinyl, and has moveable head and limbs. Ideal for promoting discussion on human development as well as general pretend play activities. Length 43cm, 17in.


Price: £18.45 +VAT
Production
Made by: DanDolls by dhp, dk-8783 Hornsyld, Made in Denmark
Collection
Accession number
B.27:1 to 4-1996

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Record createdApril 18, 2000
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