Vintage

Walter Keane Big Eyes Hand Signed 1962 Print “Rejected” Margaret Lithograph Original

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KeaneFeaturing an original lithograph of Walter Keane’s oil painting “Rejected”, published by Tomorrow’s Master Series, Japan in 1962.  One of the iconic mid-century images of vulnerable waifs with enormous eyes. Hand signed in ink under the image, as well as inside the print by Walter, but the recent movie BIG EYES suggests that most of his works were actually done by his wife Margaret. Interesting part of art history!
Details:

  • Image size 11-1/4″ x 5-1/2″, paper overall size 14-1/4″ x 11-7/8″.
  • Image is intact and excellent color; the page itself has some ripples which will be smoothed out when framed under glass.
  • Part of a group of Keane art we obtained, all of them were stored in a way that the lower right corners are creased in the wide margin, and the page itself needs to be smoothed down. When matted and framed, this will present very well.

This and other Keane’s can be found in our eBay Store Connectibles.

 

A Little Background on Howdy Doody – My favorite TV show as a child

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Howdy.BobHowdy Doody is an American children’s television program (with circus and Western frontier themes) that was created and produced by E. Roger Muir and telecast on the NBC network in the United States from December 27, 1947 until September 24, 1960. It was a pioneer in children’s television programming and set the pattern for many similar shows. One of the first television series produced at NBC in Rockefeller Center, in Studio 3A, it was also a pioneer in early color production as NBC (at the time owned by TV maker RCA) used the show in part to sell color television sets in the 1950s.

The character first came to life from the creative mind of Bob Smith, who created Howdy Doody during his days as a radio announcer on WNBC. At that time, Howdy Doody was only a voice Smith performed on the radio. When Smith made an appearance on NBC’s television program Puppet Playhouse on December 27, 1947, the reception for the character was great enough to begin a demand for a visual character for television. Frank Paris, a puppeteer whose puppets appeared on the program, was asked to create a Howdy Doody puppet.

As both the character and television program grew in popularity, demand for Howdy Doody related merchandise began to surface. By 1948, toymakers and department stores had been approached with requests for Howdy Doody dolls and similar items. Macy’s department store contacted Frank Paris, the creator of the puppet, to ask about rights for a Howdy Doody doll. While Paris had created the puppet, it was Bob Smith who owned the rights to the Howdy Doody character; an argument ensued between the two men, as Paris felt he was being cheated out of any financial benefits from having made the puppet. After one such disagreement, Paris took the Howdy Doody puppet and angrily left the NBC studios with it about four hours before the show was to air live; it was not the first time Paris had taken his puppet and left, leaving the live television program with no “star”.

Credit for this synopsis about Howdy Doody goes to Wikipedia @ Wikipedia.com.  You can go there for more information concerning this pioneering children’s television program.

 

Howdy Doody 4 Wonder Bread Flip Tag Pins, 3 Handkerchiefs, Dilly Dally, Bluster

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howdyFabulous framed set of original 1950’s Howdy Doody items, mounted and professionally custom matted under glass. This set includes 4 original Wonder Bread Flipper pin badge tags, each with original string and pin and 3 assorted bandana handkerchiefs. You are purchasing SEVEN collectible items, all in one framed under glass design.

  • Original Wonder Bread pins include Includes Dr Sing-A-Song, The Featherman, The Inspector, and Mr Blulster.  Each still retains original string and pin. condition excellent. Flip side shows “Wonder Bread” if you could see the reverse.
  • 3 assorted handkerchiefs include Howdy Doody with Clarabell and Flub-A-Dub, Dilly Dally, and Mr Bluster.howdy2
  • Framed size measures 18″ x 34″.
  • Handkerchiefs shown measure 9″ x 9″, circle for flip badge pins are 3-1/4″.
  • Excellent condition for these collectible items which appear nearly new; natural wood frame shows some wear and has scrapes along the bottom.

You could easily remove the frame and move the matted contents over to a new one if you prefer.
Instant Fabulous collection,ready to display! We have another set listed separately with different bandanas and pins.  This and other Howdy Doody items in our eBay Store Connectibles.

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.

 

Watch this great 60’s Black and White TV advertisement for a Patti Playpal Doll by Ideal

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The Ideal Novelty and Toy Company founded in 1902, produced the Patti Playpal doll series from 1959 – 1962.  Patti was life size for younger children and could wear actual children’s clothing.   These were called companion dolls and most were about 36 inches tall.

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.

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.

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.