Deb-U-Doll Margit Nilsen 22" mannequin, manikin doll 1940's advertising brochure
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22" Deb-U-Doll was created by Margit Nilsen & first sold in 1940 as a new type of dollfor all fashion-minded doll loversBeautiful Deb-U-Doll is a very special treasure for collectors of vintage dolls.She was the very first "Fashion Doll" & boasted an extensive wardrobe, sold separately.Included in this listing are the following:1. One 22" Deb-U-Doll with curled long brown human hair,a red & yellow Margit Nilsen sticker on the lower back2. Two age worn outfits original to Deb-U-Doll & original girdle. All have been mended.3. An original 1940 Deb-U-Doll Advertising Brochure - from Margit Nilsen Studios,Inc. NYC., age worn & stained.4. Copy of Deb-U-Doll advertisement seen in "Playthings" magazine, March 19415. Original "Instructions" included with the doll6. Original DUD stand with faint bottom stamp,"Margit Nilsen Studios, 71 Fifth Ave New York"7. A charming nurse's costume made of crepe paper long ago by a previous owner.8. Modern metal doll standWhen new, Deb-U-Dolls were flexible &even able to sit. Now, 76yrs. later, the "Lasticoid" material she is made of has become stiff, brittle,misshapen, & easily breakable with generalized crazing.This Deb-U-Doll has endured a number of repairs over the years which have saved her in nice display condition.Look closely to see evidence of past repairs to both ankles, pelvis, left wrist, left
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