Authentic vintage Shirley Temple composition doll by Ideal Novelty & Toy Co., 18 inches. Shoulder plate is marked “SHIRLEY TEMPLE 18” and clearly visible under the dress.
Doll features her original blond mohair wig with celluloid hair bow, sleep eyes that open and close, painted lashes and brows, and an open mouth with painted teeth. Wearing her original blue pin-dot floral dress with cream lace-trimmed collar and ribbon bow, original slip/undergarment, cream socks, and snap-style Mary Jane shoes.
Condition consistent with age: visible craquelure/crazing across the face and hands, typical of composition dolls of this era. Lip paint shows wear and loss. Wig is matted and thinning in areas but complete and original to the doll. Dress shows light soiling at the collar. Sleep eye mechanism functions properly. Please review all photos closely, as they are part of the description. Sold AS IS.
