Description: When I was little my grandmother often referred to certain colors as “sky blue pink”, (she often had nonsense answers to what she considered silly questions). I thought of that when I first saw this Nanette. Her pretty chiffon gown can best be described as sky blue and it is accented with light pink ribbon roses and a large sheer pink picture hat. Her wrists have pleated blue and white frills with ribbon ties. Her gown is worn over a blue satin ruffled slip and matching blue satin panties. Her shoes are blue oilcloth with their original ties and intact soles and heels. This entire all original outfit is in excellent vintage condition, with no stains rips or tears. A pink version of this outfit is pictured on page 108 of the Arranbee Doll reference book by DeMillar and Brevik (2004 ed.) See my last photo. Arranbee called it “Nanette Party Formal” 14” Nanette is in VG+ vintage condition. She was made by Arranbee between 1946 and 1950, when these early hard plastic dolls still had mohair wigs. The only flaw I see is a little wear to the paint at her joints, really pretty minor as can be seen in the photos. Her stringing is good and she can stand and pose without added support. There are no unpleasant odors. Her blonde mohair wig is still silky and full. Her complexion is a rosy tan, her face paint is all there and she has blue gray sleep eyes that open and close smoothly with all lashes present. She is a reminder of the days when people still got gussied up for formal dances and parties. She displays very well and I think would be a lovely addition to any vintage doll collection. * the small print* This is a non-smoking home but since I purchase vintage items, I cannot guarantee that they originally came from smoke-free homes. Also I do have an indoor/outdoor cat. If you are extremely sensitive this may not be the place for you. Furniture, doll stands or other photo props are not included in this sale unless stipulated in the description. * PLEASE NOTE: Unless otherwise stated, vintage items are used and typically contain some flaws and are therefore imperfect by nature. I try to describe my items to include any known flaws, and take high quality photos that can be enlarged so that you can make an informed decision. If you need more information, please feel free to contact me.
Price: 105 USD
Location: Denmark, Maine
End Time: 2024-12-14T18:37:03.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Item Specifics
All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Doll Gender: Girl Doll
Time Period Manufactured: 1940-1949
Doll Complexion: Medium
Vintage: Yes
Doll Hair Type: Wavy
Material: Hard Plastic
Year Manufactured: 1948
Product Line: none
Character: Nanette
Doll Size: 14 in
Franchise: none
Doll Eye Color: Blue
Brand: Arranbee
Antique: No
Set Includes: Doll, Doll Accessories, Hat, Outfit, Shoes, Undergarment
Original/Licensed Reproduction: Original
Doll Hair Color: Blonde
Type: Play Doll