Vintage Ratti doll Made in Italy, blue eyes, blonde hair, knit outfit

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

An old Ratti doll, Italian-made, with an expressive face, blue eyes and curly blonde hair. She is presented in a pale blue and white knitted outfit, complete with knitted pink booties.

Description

Old doll by the Ratti brand, made of molded synthetic material, with an orange-tinted head, bust, arms and legs. The face is finely modeled, with large blue eyes, applied eyelashes, arched eyebrows, a pink mouth and soft features characteristic of dolls from the second half of the 20th century.

The short, curly blonde hair frames the face. The doll wears a light blue and ecru knitted dress or tunic, with a ribbed collar, long sleeves and a striped bottom hem. The ensemble is completed by a pair of knitted pink lace-up booties.

The back has a molded marking with the mention Made in Italy, visible on the bust.

Context

Italian synthetic dolls underwent extensive development during the 20th century, particularly with manufacturers specializing in children's toys and dolls. This Ratti doll is part of this meticulous European production, combining a stylized face, expressive eyes, and attached textile clothing.

Condition

Second-hand item, sold as is. The doll shows a patina of use consistent with its age: slightly messy hair, small superficial marks on the face and body, traces and dirt on the knitted outfit. The textiles retain their decorative presence, with normal wear and small exposed threads.

AFW

AFW takes particular care in preparing its shipments. The item will be packaged with appropriate protection and shipped under professional conditions.

Keywords: [Old Ratti doll, Ratti brand, Made in Italy, blue eyes, blonde hair, knitted outfit, knitted booties]