Collectibles

Cissette by Madame Alexander (1957-63)

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This brief article below was taken from the wonderful Blog – vintagedollcollector.com written by Zendelle Bouchard.  I hope you enjoy….

Cissette arrived two years after Cissy as the smaller, cuter and more affordable version of Alexander’s popular glamour doll. The same mold was also used for other dolls during the Cissette period, including Sleeping Beauty (identifiable by her flat feet), Margot (with heavy eye makeup and upswept hair) and Jacqueline (heavy eye makeup and sidepart hairstyle). The mold continued to be used for the Portrette series and other dolls in the ’60s, and is still in use today. Cissette was reintroduced for collectors in the late ’90s.

Body Construction
Cissette is all hard plastic, jointed at the neck, shoulders, hips and knees, with high heel feet. She has sleep eyes with molded lashes, with painted lashes underneath, one-stroke eyebrows, and pierced ears. Her synthetic wig is styled in a curly flip with bangs, and was available in blonde, brunette or redhead. A few fancy dressed dolls came with upswept hairdos. A rare version of Cissette from the early ’60s had a bald head with interchangeable wigs.

Identifying Cissette
Trying to date a Cissette doll can be challenging. Here are some clues:
Eyelids: 1957 dolls have beige eyelids, in 1958 they were pale pink and thereafter were peach.
Wigs: 1957 and ’58 wigs were made with three rows of stitching; after that they used zigzag stitching. A few fancy wigs had three rows on some later dolls.
Fingernails: had polish starting sometime in 1961.
Eye weights: dolls from 1957 and part of ’58 had heavy weights on their sleep eyes. Smaller weights were used thereafter.
Clothing: Dresses in 1957 and ’58 had bodice darts; in 1959, they did not. Thereafter bodice darts were only used for evening wear.

Madame Alexander Cissette Doll Ballerina Pink Tutu 1963 Beauty 735 Original Box

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cissetteOffering a truly beautiful original Madame Alexander Cissette Doll ballerina 10″ vintage fashion doll, issued in 1963.  Nearly mint new condition but pre-owned. Includes:

  • 10″ Cissette doll, brunette hair with bangs and curls atCissette2 nape
  •  Outfit # 735, pink tulle and satin tutu with rhinestone scattered on pleated top layer.
  • Coronet of white flowers with pink roses
  • Rhinestone earrings add just the extra touch
  • Original correct box, hang tag.
  • Original Madame Alexander brochure which is great for reference material and identification of various dolls of the era.

As pretty a version of this doll as you will find, and a terrific addition to your advanced collection!  Please look at our other Madame Alexander Dolls in our eBay Store connectibles.

 

Napoli Antica: Con Centodiciotto Tavole Colori D’Ambra Book Italian LE 1993 Rare

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NapoliPre-owned remarkable copy of a 1993 Italian book “Napoli Antica: Con Centodiciotto tavole a colori” in an elegant box.  Written in Italian.  Very hard to find, usually only available in University libraries.

Oversize, weighs a substantial 20 pounds, measures 17″ x 13″ x 3″.

Hand numbered 421/1600.Napoli2

Full reproduction in whole of the work of Raffaele D’Ambra, Naples 1889, published by Franco Di Mauro in 1993.

600 pages, illustrated with 118 full-page chromolithographs, bound in linen cloth with leather spine and gold tooling.

Excellent overall condition with minor smudges on protective box and linen cover and a few rough spots and small tears on the leather binding. Please look at photos for details. VERY hard to find., but available in our eBay Store Connectibles.

Patti Playpal Doll 1960 Companion HTF Curly Bang Auburn Cinnamon Orig Dress, Box Patty

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PattyDelighted to be offering one of the nicest Ideal Patti Playpal companion dolls we’ve seen.
Super-clean, harder to find hair style and color.
Details:

  • Style: 1960 Strung; stands alone very well
  • Hair Color: Redhead, either “Light Auburn – Cinnamon” or “Auburn” – you decide! Box is marked “Red” hair.
  • Hair Style: Curly Bangs, Straight Hair
  • Face: High Coloring, beautiful  – please look at photos. Very minimum wear.
  • Dress Style: Powder Blue Pinstripe, excellent. WithPatty 2 bloomers (elastic is stretched), half slip, excellent
  • Shoes: Original black patent Mary Janes, some light wear to stitching
  • Socks: Original, light wear
  • Box: Original from Marshall Fields; price of $19.99 on label which was a LOT of money in 1960 for a doll!

Patti Playpal Doll wears Toddler size 3 real clothing, beautiful on display.  Available in our eBay Store Connectibles.

Harvey Probber Chairs MCM 1950s Scissors Set 2 X-Base Side Dining Chairs VTG Slat Wood

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ChairStriking pair of iconic Harvey Probber Chairs 1950’s X-Base “Scissor” slat wood side chairs with original black patent cushions. Modernist recreation of the Sedia a Tenaglia of the Renaissance period.

  • Brown mahogany wood finish is in very good condition with some light wear and marks to the finish; nothing that really detracts.
  • Solid brass original hardware.
  • The black patent is also in overall very good condition; one seat cushion has a small tear and the corners have some slight separation on the seams but these otherwise look bright and very handsome.
  • Classic and simple mid-century design by one of our celebrated mid-century acclaimed furniture designers.
  • Measure 36″ x 20″ x 22″.
  • You are purchasing BOTH chairs as shown.
  • We are indicating local Connecticut pick-up only but we can also arrange for domestic shipping as well – just contact us.

Available in our eBay Store Connectibles.

 

WWII Escape Survival Map C-52 C-53, US AAF Japan South East China Sea 1945 2 Side

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MapWorld War II United States Army Air Force escape survival map, found tucked away in storage in as-new condition.

  • Feels very silky, but it likely is rayon acetate.
  • Two sided map: C-52  includes Japan and South China Seas. C-53 includes East China Sea.
  • Shows winds and currents.
  • Background information: During WW II airmen were provided with “Escape and Evasion” maps for use if shot down behind enemy lines. In the Pacific theater, crews flying over vast bodies of open water carried ocean current and prevailing wind “drift” maps if isolated on a life raft.map 2
  • Green lines represent direction of currents from May through September; red lines from November through March.
  • Easily hidden, could endure harsh weather, would not disintegrate in water, and could be used quietly.
  • Folds compactly down.

Extremely fine version of this collectible.  This WWII Escape Survival Map is  available in our eBay Store Connectibles.

Antique Chalkware 7 Figural Head Hanging Pipe Rack, Devil, Blackface,Jester,Monk

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pipe rack

What a wonderfully decorative piece this is! Antique chalkware 7 figural head hanging pipe rack has hand painted series of 7 different character heads, each more expressive than the other.pipe rack 2

  • 18″ x 4″
  • Includes the Devil, hard to find Black Face, Monk, Jester and others.
  • Significant surface paint wear and flakes as shown but in my mind this only adds to the vintage character and vibe of the piece.
  • Hang as it is, or add your own pipes as shown. Our pipes are NOT included, just demonstrating the use.
  • You are purchasing only the rather remarkable rack.
  • Chalkware is fragile and chips easily as you can see; will take great care in proper packing and shipping.

This and many other Pipes and smoking accessories are available in our eBay Store Connectibles.

 

Thoroughbred Horse Racing Triple Crown jockey 7 Orig 24K Signatures Shoemaker

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horseshoeAs we approach the possibility for a Triple Crown winner; we are delighted to be offering a very exciting piece of Thoroughbred Horse Racing memorabilia.
Vintage plaque includes a plated Thorobred original horseshoe with a glass sheet autographed in 24K gold by seven of our best Jockeys. I’ve done significant research and best guess if this was offered at a non-profit fund raising event or auction to raise funds for either retired or disabled Jockeys, or another similar thoroughbred equestrian event.
Many of them are Hall of Famers, Kentucky Derby winners, as well as the Triple Crown other races.
Original authentic signatures are written in 24K gold ink, and include:horseshoe2

  • Willie Shoemaker
  • Laffit Pincay
  • Darrel McHargue
  • Eddie Delahoussaye
  • Donald Pierce
  • Fernando Toro
  • Frank Oliveras

The horseshoe is attached to the top holder with 3 hanging chains, glass plaque is in the center.
8-1/2″ x 4-1/2″.
We stand by our description of original signatures with 100% guarantee if not as described.
The horseshoe is gold color and has been dipped, but we cannot say it is gold plated so you are purchasing it as a metal horseshoe.
It is also mounted by an amateur on a brown matt with a pre-formed goldtone oval frame over it measuring approx 11″ x 8-1/2″. You may prefer to just remove it from the backing (held on with only a few little snips of wire); we tried to show the item with white behind it as well so you can decide which way you prefer it.  Very special piece.
Shoemaker’s autograph alone is highly valued collectible; this has 6 additional signatures for true extra bonus value!  Available in our eBay Store Connectibles.

NBA Cleveland Cavaliers USG XL Reversible Quilted Winter Jacket Basketball Exc

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Cleveland Cavaliers Cleveland Cavaliers 2Pictured here is a great Looking USG – Unique Sports Generation NBA Cleveland Cavaliers Reversible Winter Jacket. Excellent condition – no damage of any kind, does not look like it was ever worn.

A great opportunity to buy a discontinued Style from about 2010. As Cleveland looks to challenge for the NBA Title this year – you will be all ready for next season with this great team jacket. The size is XLCleveland Cavaliers 3

Great Logos front, back and on sleeves. Officially NBA Licensed Jacket The shell and lining are 100% Nylon and the Filler is 100% Polyester.  Available in our eBay Store Connectibles.

 

Tiffany and Company Solid Brass Column Mantel Clock Swiss Movement Battery Operated 1991

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Tiffany ClockBeautifully made, substantial Brass Tiffany and Company Solid Brass Column Mantel Clock.  This clock was a company gift to Robert L. Krakoff Chairman & CEO of Cahners Publishing Company.  Engraved on top, not visible when displayed on mantle or shelf but you can check with jeweler about having it removed if you prefer. See photos.

 

 

  • Keeps very accurate time, as you would expect
  • Very Substantial Brass Clock – 9 Pounds 2 ounces weightTiffany Clock 2
  • Swiss Made
  • Quartz Time Mechanism
  • Battery Operated Type “N”
  • Size – 9 1/2″ X 8″ X 3″
  • No Reserve

This beautiful Tiffany Clock is available in our eBay Store Connectibles.